John

Dipace

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John R DiPace,

Father extrordinaire & Masseur to the stars

Died Peacefully at his home with family on Montauk Avenue the morning of March 3, 2022 just shy of his 89th birthday

Affectionally known as Johnny D. He was Born in the Bronx on March 12,1933

He is predeceased in death by his parents John and Mildred DiPace, his Daughter Jackie-Lynn, his siblings Romolo, Francis and twin sister Loretta.

He is survived by his children Laurie Reed (Rick) of VA Beach, Amy (Joseph) Malave of Laurel NY and Ann DIPACE-Zullo (Paul) of Pound Ridge NY. His beloved grandchildren Jett, Summer, Garret, Wyatt, Emily and Jacqueline.

John was an MP in the ARMY and a decorated Korean War Vet. Post service he retired from the NYC Dept. of Sanitation. He was the proud owner of DiPace Trucking Co. located in the Bronx. Then he graduated from The Swedish Inst. of Massage. He was known as "Massuer of the stars", you were lucky if you got on his table. John was such a strong and talented masseur he worked well into his 80's.

A doting, loving father, grandfather, and loyal friend. John knew his way around the kitchen hosting delicious and hilarious dinner parties. To his Brunch-bunch buddies he loved you dearly.

John was the epitome of healthy living and was an exceptional athlete his whole life. He had great hands and agility. As a young man he was a boxer. But ultimately Tennis was his sport and he was highly competitive on the court. He had a disciplined 5AM workout schedule, loved the beach, daily swims at Devon especially with family. Few knew that he was graceful and talented on the dance floor as well.

He's deeply loved by family and friends. His humorous storytelling be terrible missed by all.

His service will be held at Yardley & Pino Funeral Home in East Hampton on his birthday March 12, 2022 between the hours of 2-5PM.

In Lieu of flowers please make a donation to The CJ Foundation for SIDS