It’s been a couple months but it feels like a lifetime already since you have been gone. I’ve know you since you were 16 years old and you were a brother to me. We had many funny times like shooting bottle rockets out of a car and driving to go to watch soccer games with friends. What I miss most is when he walks in and gives me a hug and a kiss and always put his keys and wallet on the counter in the same spot. He had a favorite chair at the table that he would sit in so he could always look out into the field.  We know that you are always watching from above and hope that you still see the field because the chair now sits empty and we feel your spirit when you are near. When we would ask you a question, your answer always was “well ya know.” There is a whole in our hearts that can never be replaced because we still love you so much and wish you were still here with us for all the upcoming adventures. I hope you know how much we really love you and you are always going to be with us. 

There isn't enough time or words to describe my Dad and how much he meant to me and everyone else. I wrote something but it surpassed the 2000 word limit. 

Dad, I will love and miss you forever. In this life I hope you guide me down the right path and when my time comes I hope you meet me at the pearly gates with a big hug and a pizza pie. 

We said goodbye to you today and it still feels like a bad dream. You were such a big part of our everyday lives. Always there through the good, the bad and everything in between. You were a brother to me, a best friend to my husband and the most involved uncle a little girl could ever ask for. The hole in our family is as big as the hole in our hearts. As we've gone through the motions of the last week I've seen what you've meant to so many other people and I am certain I've never known anyone so selfless. While many of us spend our time posting and following you spent your time really being present in other people's lives.  We are all better people because of it. You never missed an opportunity to thank us for anything and everything and I hope you know how much we loved and appreciated you back. We will miss you every day. 

HEAVEN HAS ANOTHER ANGEL GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS GOD BLESS HIM I REMEMBER MY DAUGHTER'S MARIA ANBWTTE BABTSAT WHEN THE BOYS WERE LITTLE AND UNCLE TONY ME AND THE GIRLS HAD MANY GOOD MEMORIES  LIVE AUNT JEAN

I met Dave back in the early 90's while I was a Senior High School. We married and he gave me 2 beautiful daughters that I hold dear to my heart. I will never forget all the late night outing's we shared to numerous restaurants, The spaghetti warehouse where he introduced me to a red wine called"Lambrusco", and Panini's where I ate my first giant sandwich. He did the world's best impression of"Boss Hog" from The Dukes of Hazzard, and had me laughing for days. I know you will be here with us in spirit, everyday, watching over everyone. You are a true light that will always shine in the hearts of many. Forever in my/our hearts.

We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Dave.  We have memories of Dave coming over to our former neighbors' (and good friends') Scott & Lori Mago's, home.  He seemed a gentle giant.  Never an angry word.  Always friendly.  Dave was an excellent father to Eden; it was so apparent.  He seemed to want to do the very best for her.  Dear Eden, your father will be watching and guiding you from Heaven.  He will never leave your side.  Rest in Peace, dear friend.  

The Sandersons

Eden and I met through her aunt Lori and uncle Scott, who lived on my street growing up. Scott and Lori told my parents about their niece, how we were the same age and that Eden spent a lot of time at their house. From the time Eden and I met, we were instant friends. We did everything together for quite some time, and our families intertwined from then on. I remember Dave always being protective over everything we did, including bike rides, mall trips, whatever it may of been - he was so worried about our safety.  Eden was the light of his life, and I remember just how hard working he always was, doing anything to provide her with the best life possible.  I will never forget all of the Sunday football days at Scott and Lori's eating Papa John's with Dave and Eden -  if we were lucky, my dad made enough sauce for me to bring over and share with everyone else. Some of my favorite childhood memories include the four of them and the way they embraced me into their close-knit family, taking me on trips and inviting me in for dinner any chance they could. Dave will be sorely missed by every body who was lucky enough to know him. My heart is with his family in this time. Prayers, love and peace. 

David was my nephew by marriage, I loved him like a real family,he was a kind and loving man a wonderful father and hard worker he will be missed Rest In Peace David,love aunt Linda

We offer our sincere and heartfelt condolences for the loss of your son and brother. May the outpouring of sympathy, the kind acts of friends and strangers and the comfort in knowing that your loss is felt by many and will help you get through this difficult time. I ask for God's blessings on you and your family 🙏.  May you find peace and comfort knowing his life was well lived and he was loved by all .   God bless you and your family. 

In 1993, Dave became my son in law, but through the years he became the son I never had.  I called him "Son" and he called me "Pop".  We were as close as a "father and son" could be in every way.  Dave will never be replaced in my heart.  I will love him and miss him as long as I am on this earth.


I am so sorry for your loss David used to come down with  his father   Frank and hunt  with Otis and me  .We also worked together at Ferry Cap ,I am sorry for your loss prayers.

You were always so kind to me. I grew up being preteens with Eden and we had always caused so much chaos. Yet , you were always so calm & deliberate. Thank you for being the amazing father you were to Eden. You helped give us lots of memories & feed our never ending appetites for microwave meals. Let you have calm rest & find what’s right in guiding her through spirit. 

I met Dave in 1999, when our daughters ran up to each other and declared themselves best friends.  
We were each sometimes clueless, young,  single parents who decided to ride along with these girls and figure this parenting thing out along the way.  A beautiful friendship followed.
One of the many memories I have is Xmas 2002 ish.  The girls decided they wanted these new things called ipods that just came out.  Dave and I were at the mall shopping.  We stumble across these them.  It was an easy  pass for me, but Dave looked at them and said C'mon, they're good girls.  Its Christmas.  They work hard.  Um, David, we work hard.  But he was unfazed.  
The girls got the ipods.
Dave was the gentle force, the willing participant, the unfailing father, and my friend.  I looked forward to seeing his white car everyday after school and our 10 min banter.  
Eden, I hold those years as some of the best in my life because Dave was my partner is crime.  We are here for you and I can't wait to tell you all the other wonderful stories I have.
God speed, Dave.  You were so loved.

I will always look back at the fond memories of one of my first friends, my neighbor, David.  My heart is sad.  Seeing the picture of us as kids hanging in the backyard brought a smile to my face.  My deepest condolences to Louise and the rest of the boys. 

Tammy Wild Nowak

So sad to hear the news of David’s passing. We had such a great childhood growing up together as neighbors on West 88th.  Lots of memories of pool days, Wallace Lake, and sled riding. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Love,
Cindy (Wild) Simko

One of the most caring and kind men I have ever known. David will always have a small piece of my heart! ❤️  Prayers for the Diruggiero family

Dave helped with The City of Westlake food pantry.
He was always cheerful and willing to do whatever was needed to help us prepare for our food distributions.
His was appreciated and he will be missed.

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

David Thomas DiRuggiero

19 octobre 1970 – 22 janvier 2020

Corrigan Craciun Funeral Home

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