De Christofaro Obit Photo 11--23-2011

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Danny J. DeChristofaro Sr.
Date Of Birth:September 23, 1929
Date Of Death:November 23, 2011
Service Date:CALLING HOURS ~ Friday, November 25, 2011 from 5 to 8 pm at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home
FUNERAL ~ Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 11:00 am at the funeral home.
BURIAL ~ Niles City Cemetery

NILES - Danny (Donato) J. DeChristofaro Sr., 82, died Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 2:25 am at Autumn Hills Nursing Home following an extended illness.
 
He was born in Warren, Ohio on September 23, 1929 the son of  Romollo and Anna (Campana) DeChristofaro.
 
Danny was a 1947 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and a United States Army Veteran.  He retired in 1997 after working 30 years for the State of Ohio Sales Tax Division, Youngstown office.  He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, American Legion Post 235 in Girard, Army and Navy Garrison 422 in McKinley Heights, VFW Post 419 in Girard, Warren Moose Lodge, Girard Eagles where he served 25 years as an officer and ITAM Organization of McKinley Heights.  An avid bowler at Kay Lanes and Green Bay Packers fan, he enjoyed golfing, playing cards and going to horse races and casinos.
 
He is survived by his wife Shirley (McGlone Criswell) DeChristofaro whom he married on December 21, 1985; son, D.J. (Donato) DeChristofaro Jr. of Niles; three daughters, Judy (Brett) Haughawout of Cleveland, Mary Ann (Danny) Nowacki of Toledo, Lou Ann Kiger of Cleveland; step son, Ken Criswell of Niles; five grandchildren, Matthew Nowacki, Bradley Nowacki, Nathan Kiger, Elizabeth Kiger, Danielle LaPierre; brother, Romeo DeChristofaro of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and many nieces and nephews.
 
He was preceded in death by his sister, Lucille DeChristofaro.
 
Calling Hours will be Friday, November 25,2011 from 5 to 8 pm at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home.  The funeral will be Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 11:00 am at the funeral home with military honors provided by The Girard Veterans Council Honor Guard.  Burial will be in Niles City Cemetery.
 
Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44512 in his memory.


  • From: Karen and Bud Simon
    Location:Dominican Republic

    Dear Shirley and family, You and Danny always made us welcome in your home. I know you have many wonderful memories of him. May the God of all comfort be with you at this time. We love you. Karen and Bud Simon


  • From: Doug Hoffman
    Location:Seven Hills, Ohio

    Dear Lou Ann and Family, My family and I pass on our condolences and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. Share memories, hugs, tears and faith and even in this you will find the blessings of our Lord. God bless you and grant you all strength and peace. Doug Hoffman and family


  • From: Greg Kos
    Location:Charleston, sc

    Lou....sorry for your loss. Just saw this. My mom passed in oct. He was a good man and raised great kids. Greg


  • From: Greg Kos
    Location:Charleston, sc

    Lou...sorry for your loss. Your Dad always made me smile. G