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Pasquale Vincent DeStefano, 91, passed away May 4, 2014 at Clyde E. Lassen State Veterans Nursing Home of St. Augustine.
Pat, as he was known to all his many friends and associates was born in South River, NJ on July 29, 1922. He moved to Jacksonville, FL in 1955. He owned and operated a Shell gas station for fifty years before retiring to Saint Johns County. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in Naples-Roggia, Rhineland, and Rome-Arno, was honorably discharged in November 1946, and awarded various service medals.
He is survived by son Guy DeStefano (Patricia); granddaughter Ashley; two daughters; his sister Victoria Wolfe; other distant relatives; and many, many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Georgia.
Anyone wishing to make memorial contributions may consider Community Hospice of Northeast Florida.
He will be interred at the Jacksonville National Cemetery at a later date.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223 www.hgmandarin.com (904)288-0025
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May 7, 2014
Robert Grantsynn
I only met Pat once a few years ago. I thank him for his service to our country. I also would like to thank Guy and Patricia for their role as caregivers over the last several years. Too often our elders are forgotten before they're gone.
May 6, 2014
Matthew 6:10
I am sorry to hear about your loss. During this time of great sadness, I hope that the family find comfort from James 4:8. It says, "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you." Along with family and friends, may you'll also look to God for comfort.
May 6, 2014
Juliette Bryan Howard
Guy: I was so sorry to read about your Dad. I have many fond memories of him. I still think of him every time I drive by his Shell Station. You and your family are in my prayers.
May 5, 2014
Mike & Julia Grantsynn
Guy, we are so very sorry for the loss of your father. You, Pat & Ashley are in our prayers. Mike and I truly understand the devotion you gave to your Dad during his final years.
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