1st Sgt. Harold C. DeAmelio

1st Sgt Harold C. DeAmelio passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 21, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on May 24, 1934, to the late Rocco D’Amelio and Irene (DiPietro). Beloved husband of the late Eleanor (Cannizzo).

Harold was a proud and decorated member of the United States Marine Corps, where he retired with the esteemed rank of 1st Sgt. His unwavering loyalty to his country was mirrored in his everyday life, making him a reliable figure in his community. Harold was a beacon of strength, demonstrating an unwavering resilience that both amazed and inspired those around him. His life was a testament to the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fidelis, "Always Faithful." Much like the Marines, Harold was always steadfast in his duties, ever loyal to his family, friends, and community.

Harold was not just a man of courage and duty; he was a living symbol of patriotism and selfless service. His life was a testament to the power of resilience and the enduring spirit of the human heart. Harold worked in the Revere Public Schools as a custodian. He loved his job and the kids he interacted with. Decorating the halls with lights during Christmas always brought him joy. He was a Boy Scout Leader of Troop 5 out of St. Anthony Church in the 70’s.

He was a devoted father of Diane and Robert of Revere, his partner Tracy Toppi, and Roberts daughters Isabella DeAmelio and Tabitha DeAmelio, and great granddaughter River Disher. Harold was a dear brother of Anthony D’Amelio, Robert D’Amelio, and the late Rose D’Amelio, Henry D’Amelio, Edward Damelio, and Roger DeAmelio. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons Funeral Home 128 Revere St, Revere on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 9:00am. Funeral Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Revere at 10:00am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. A Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4:00pm to 8:00pm in the funeral home. Interment Puritan Lawn Memorial Park in Peabody. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund in the name of Paul Baglio, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

We invite you to celebrate Harold's life by sharing your memories, stories, and photos on his memorial page at www.buonfiglio.com. Let us remember this courageous, resilient, and loyal man whose life was a beacon of strength and inspiration to us all.