- Date Of Birth: November 26, 1938
- Date Of Death: January 21, 2022
- State: Massachusetts
Bob DePippo, known by everyone as “Puppy”, was a longtime Winthrop Resident. He was the son of the late William and Constantina DePippo. He graduated from Winthrop High School Class of ‘57. He played WHS football where he excelled as a fullback, compiling numerous write-ups in the newspapers highlighting his successful career. After high school he enlisted and served in the Marine reserves for six years.
Puppy was known to many as an extension of their own family for many of his children’s friends, nieces, nephews and their children.
Pup had a zest for life, a twinkle in his eye along with a sly smile.
He was employed by United Airlines for over 35 years and upon retiring was honored with a special dinner in Washington DC, recognizing him as ‘Employee of the Year’. During his retirement he and his wife traveled by cruise to so many places, Alaska being his all-time favorite. He would light up telling the story of the 28-mile rail excursion that descended over the White Pass Summit and into Skagway, then shop, have lunch, or just stroll around the unique and historic area. Just as much as friends and neighbors adored him, he was absolutely loved by his wife and his four children. Pup was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend who always put the needs of everyone else first. He will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He leaves behind his Wife, Susan DePippo (Trainor) of Winthrop. His Children: Robert DePippo and his partner Adele Centola of Topsfield. Michael DePippo and his wife Margaret of Swampscott. Patty Cresta and her Partner John Donovan of Salem, NH and Barbara Cole and her Husband Greg of Hamilton. Grandchildren: Christopher Cresta, Jennifer Cresta, Stephanie Cresta, James Evans, Jessica Rich and her husband Carmen, Capria Cole, Amanda DePippo, Michael DePippo, Stephanie, and Pete DiOrio and predeceased by his granddaughter Julia Evans and his brother the late William DePippo. Great Grandchildren: Anthony Cresta and Sophia Cresta.
