Frederick Episcopo, worked in transportation
Editor’s note: Frederick Episcopo, 72, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Monday, April 8, 2019. Below is his obituary in his own words.
Hello, everybody. I decided to write my own obituary, since nobody knows me better than me. I was born Dec. 17, 1946. I was raised in the Shawtown section of old New Castle. I am the son of the late John and Rose (Octavio) Episcopo. Thanks, Mom and Dad, for working difficult jobs so that we always had a roof over our heads and food on the table. I was preceded in death by my beloved sister Theresa Mays. You left us way too soon. Also my war hero brother John Episcopo. I graduated from St. Peter's High School in New Castle and received my associate of arts degree in accounting from Goldey-Beacom. Most of my working career was in some sort of transportation. I worked for General Motors, vehicles; Amtrak (33 years), rail; Cape May-Lewes Ferry, sea; and served in the Air Force during the Vietnam conflict, air. My job description kept me in the States during the war, but I want to salute my fellow women and men who served out of the country during those difficult times.
I was always a beach person and moved to Rehoboth Beach after retirement. My winters were spent in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. I enjoyed my trips to Atlantic City twice a year, playing cards with friends and watching the Eagles. I was blessed to have two wonderful partners in my life. First was George. Such a gentle, generous, kind gentleman. Only the good die young. Shortly after that, God sent me my guardian angel in the form of Jim DiLalla. We've been together for the past 30 years. I don't know how I would have gotten through these rough times without you. Thank you, my soulmate. You'll get your reward in heaven. Just remember, my suffering is over. No more transfusions, A-Fib, prostate problems, arthritis, and the bad boy leukemia. I am at peace.
I am also survived by my godchild and niece Carla Mays and her family; also my brother's extended family. I was the youngest of 34 first cousins. Some of my cousins were like siblings to me. They are Ginny Dennison, Lou (Clara) DeBoto, Mary Ptak, Larry (Penny) Covelli, Loretta (Bob) Burton, and the late Lois Powell. They say if you have a couple of good friends in your life, you're lucky. Well, I must have hit the jackpot. Some of them are Neal Hobbs, John Borgheri, and Sister Andrea Likovich. I would like to thank Dr. Nisarg Desai at Tunnell Cancer Center. Also all the nurses in infusion, triage and labs who are so compassionate and caring. You Rock!
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 p.m., Monday, April 15, at St. Edmond Catholic Church, 409 King Charles Ave., Rehoboth Beach, where friends may visit beginning at 11 a.m. Interment will follow Mass at 2 p.m. at the Delaware Veterans Cemetery, Millsboro. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Episcopo's name to The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, 609 S. Covent Road, Aston, PA 19014.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.
Visit Mr. Episcopo's Life Memorial webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.
