The world bids farewell to Mario DiBenedetto of Hicksville, New York, departing on April 13, 2026 at the age of 83. Mario leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Mario DiBenedetto or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Mario's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arturo and Assunta Di Benedetto. He is survived by: his wife Marie Burrelli-Di Benedetto; his daughter Donna Di Benedetto-Dabrowski; his son-in-law George Dabrowski; his grandchildren, Nicholas and Alyssa Dabrowski; his sister Rita Di Benedetto-Ruffini; his brother-in-law Mario Ruffini; and his nephews, Piero and Gino Ruffini.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 20th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Homes - Hicksville (47 Jerusalem Ave, Hicksville, NY 11801). A Mass will be held on Tuesday, April 21st 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Ignatius R. C. Church (129 Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801). An entombment will be held on Tuesday, April 21st 2026 at 12:30 PM at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood (111 Old Country Rd, Westbury, NY 11590).