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James Joseph Giliberto, Sr.

James Joseph Giliberto, Sr., age 94, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away at home on Tuesday June 11, 2019.

Dr. Giliberto graduated from South Philadelphia High School and attended the University of Pennsylvania. In 1947, he graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathy. For over forty years, he was a physician/surgeon who proudly and respectfully served the community.

In his spare time and post retirement, Dr. Giliberto’s favorite place to spend time was Ocean City, New Jersey. Any time with his family was cherished.

He was a member of the Fellow-American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, Elks, AOA, Oral and Practical Examiner for American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and UNITAL.

His wife, Dorothy E. Bolognese Giliberto, predeceased him. He is survived by his daughter, Pamela G. Mehalick (Gerald) of Springfield, PA; son, James J. Giliberto, Jr. (Gaylynne) of Washington, MI; daughter, Lisa A. Mathena (Donna) of Milton, DE; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren with another on the way.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 4170 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131 or Delaware Hospice, 16 Polly Drummond Center, Second Floor, Newark, DE 19711.

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Funeral Services

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday June 15, 2019 at the Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE where friends and family may visit one hour prior. Following the service, entombment will be held at Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery in Springfield, PA.

Condolences

    Susan Mehalick lit a candle and writes,
    Sincerest condolences to all the family for your loss. I only met him once but thoroughly enjoyed listening to some of your father’s stories, Pam. My heart goes out to all of you.
    06/12/2019 09:31 pm
    Gaylynne Giliberto lit a candle
    06/13/2019 05:44 am
    Dominic & Elva Caruso writes,
    So sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. G. Loved him and your mom so much! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
    06/13/2019 12:08 pm
    Bianca lit a candle and writes,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. He was such a kind man and I know he will be truly missed. Love you all!
    06/13/2019 02:14 pm
    Anne Heyt lit a candle and writes,
    Sorry for your loss Lisa and family.
    06/13/2019 04:15 pm
    Brett and Debra Butler writes,
    Our thoughts and prayers are sent to the Giliberto Family ❤️🙏❤️
    06/13/2019 05:32 pm
    Tammy Johnson lit a candle and writes,
    Dr. Tierney and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Tammy Johnson
    06/13/2019 07:54 pm
    Albana Qendro lit a candle and writes,
    May his memory be Eternal
    06/14/2019 09:21 am
    Kathy Tini writes,
    Jim was a very dear friend of my husband - Dr. Albert Tini - and I was most fortunate to have had him as my doctor as well. He was the epitome of what a doctor should be - a caring human being - a gentle way - always making you feel as if your problem was the most important thing to him. I will forever be grateful for having known him and I know he is in Heaven for where else could an angel be? Love to his family - how fortunate you were to have had him!
    06/14/2019 12:35 pm
    David Mazer lit a candle and writes,
    Lisa, Very sorry to hear of your Father's passing. May his memory be a blessing for you and your entire family. David M.
    06/16/2019 10:55 am
    Thomas A. Boyle, DO, MBA, FACEP Dean, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine writes,
    I just learned of Dr. Giliberto's passing when reviewing the current PCOM Digest. My intern class and I at Riverside Hospital in Wilmington, DE each had the privilege to spend 2 months with him on the general surgery service during our year of training. We learned a great deal from Dr. Giliberto---poise and grace under pressure, professionalism, and caring. My belated condolences to his family. Sincerely, Tom Boyle
    03/28/2020 08:27 pm
    DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER
    07/04/2021 10:10 pm
    DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER writes,
    DR GILBERTO WII FOREVER REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS.
    07/04/2021 10:12 pm
    DR STEPHEN WEINER writes,
    I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. I WAS A STUDENT OF DR GILIBERTO MANY TEARS AGO. HE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT I AM TODAY. ( A RETIRED PHYSICIAN ) MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
    11/07/2021 11:46 pm
    DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER writes,
    DR GILIBERTO, SR MEANT SO MUCH TO US. HE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO MY HUSBAND. DR GILIBERTO WAS THE REASON MY HUSBAND WAS SO SUCCESSFUL. HE SERVED AS A MENTOR AND INSPIRATION TO THE BOTH OF US. DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER
    04/20/2022 09:05 pm
    DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER lit a candle and writes,
    IN GOD WE REST.
    04/21/2022 04:53 am
    DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER writes,
    I AS SO SORRY TO LEARN OF DR GILIBERTO'S PASSING. HE WAS SOMEONE WHO HAD A GREAT EFFECT ON ME. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE EFFECT HE HAD ON ME. IN GOOD WE PRAY. DR & MRS STEPHEN WEINER
    04/23/2022 11:54 am
    DR STEPHEN S WEINER lit a candle and writes,
    GOD BLESS!!!!! DR STEPHEN S WEINER :-]
    07/17/2022 07:20 am
    Josephine DiGiovanni lit a candle and writes,
    I was a child patient of Dr. Giliberto. Remember how caring he was and the house calls he made to my parents’ home in the suburbs. He was a dedicated practitioner like no other. May he rest in peace.
    04/17/2023 03:45 am

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