Dario DiFilippo

Mr. Dario DiFilippo, age 69, of Swampscott, died Wednesday in Massachusetts General Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband of Maria C. (Salustri) DiFilippo, with whom he shared nearly 46 years of marriage.

Born in Terramo, Italy, Dario was the son of the late Leandro and Luisa (Petrochi) DiFilippo.

Prior to his retirement, Dario spent many years employed by Aggregate Industries in Swampscott.

He enjoyed gardening and spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, he leaves his sons, Leandro DiFilippo of Swampscott and Dario DiFilippo of Lynn. He was the brother of Anna Maria Esposito of Venezuela. He was the grandfather of Alexa DiFilippo and Dylan Scott DiFilippo. He also adored his 2 nieces, Maria Luisa Esposito and Beatriz Esposito.

Dario’s Funeral will be held from the CUFFE-MCGINN FUNERAL HOME, 157 Maple St. Lynn Saturday at 9:00AM followed by a Funeral Mass in the Holy Family Church at 10:00AM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Swampscott Cemetery. Visiting Hours Friday 4-7PM. Instead of flowers, the family prefers donations to the National Kidney Foundation, 85 Astor Ave Suite 2, Norwood, MA 02062.