James S. “Jimmy” DiGregory, 90, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2016 at Trinity West.
The owner of DiGregory’s Greenhouse and Garden Center, he was born in Steubenville on September 9, 1926 to the late Louis F. & Christine DiCesare DiGregory. Jim was a graduate of Steubenville Catholic Central High School. Upon his graduation, he served his country in WWII, serving in the Philippines with the US Army Infantry Ground Forces and the Thirteenth Army Air Force. After his discharge, Jimmy went to Michigan State University and earned a degree in Floriculture. He returned to Steubenville and married Loretta Maggi on August 12, 1952. Jim and Loretta took over the family business and expanded it into a successful fulltime greenhouse, garden center and landscape company. Jim enjoyed helping others in life and in the garden.
Jim was a member of Triumph of the Cross Parish, Knights of Columbus Council 4361 and American Legion Argonne Post 33. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Loretta, an infant son, and sister Maude Palumbo. Jimmy is survived by his daughter and caregiver Mara DiGregory, with whom he resided; son Lou (Kathy) DiGregory of Steubenville; three granddaughters Sarah, Rachel & Elizabeth DiGregory all of Steubenville; sister Ellie (Larry) Yurkosky of Stow, Ohio; brother Syl (Millie) DiGregory of Wintersville; sister Rita McBride of Steubenville; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Wednesday 4-7 p.m. and Thursday 1-4 & 6-8 p.m. Funeral liturgy with mass 12:30 p.m. Friday at Holy Rosary Church with Rev. Ryan Gray officiating. Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Vigil services 7:45 p.m. Thursday
Memorials contributions may be directed to CCHS, 320 Westview, Steubenville, Ohio 43952
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BOB & KAREN DIPIETRO
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DARLENE AND ANDY POWELL
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A MONET'S GARDEN BASKET was sent on November 2, 2016
In memory of a great man and business owner who was my first boss in high school and provided me a fantastic experience. Thank you Jimmy for teaching me the value of a hard day's work and cultivating my love for gardening and landscaping that I still have today. - Mark Mieczkowski and Family
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Mark and Jessica Mieczkowski
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Mary Dalton
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
09/03/2024
JoAnn Brettell Dunham
I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a terrific man and was always so kind and helpful to our entire Brettell family.
09/03/2024
John Marino
Mara, Lou, Syl and Millie and all of the Family and Friends,My condolences on the loss of your father brother grandfather and friend. The many years that my brothers and I spent working at the greenhouse were some of the best years of our lives. Jim and Loretta both worked incredibly hard and treated everyone with respect and genuine happiness from employees to suppliers to customers. We all carry lessons learned from them with us every day. They had a profound effect on our lives and we will always be grateful to have grown up knowing and learning from them both. Jim will be missed but he will never be forgotten. Love to all,John Marino
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Tony & Mary Ellen Colabella
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Tony Colabella
My condolences go out to Lou, Mara, and Family. What a fine man and example to us all. He was kind, gentle and thoughtful and I liked listening to his stories about his travels with Rudy Marcozzi. . It was an honor and pleasure to have known Jim.
09/03/2024
Shawn Zarych
Dear Lou and family,I am sorry for your loss. I was just talking to Lou on Fri about your Dad. Your Dad was so great at what he knew on everything. Your Dad was our brother knight of Council 4361, a great brother knight. May Jim Rest In Peace.Shawn Zarych, your friend and Grand Knight of Council 4361
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BOB & KAREN DIPIETRO
JIM WAS A WONDERFUL MAN,HE ALLWAYS HAD TIME TO TALK TO YOU.OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. ALL OF YOU OUR IN OUR PRAYERS.
09/03/2024
Sharon (Fraser) Schneider
Dear Mara my longtime childhood pal. So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. What a sweet, nice man he was. My prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Barry Thompson
Mara, Lou and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I learned a great deal working for your father and loved working at DiGregory's. So many fond memories there.
09/03/2024
Joni Berardi-Williams
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Joni Berardi-Williams
My condolences to my dear friend Mara and her brother Lou on the passing of their beloved father. May he rest peacefully now in the greatest garden there is. I will keep you all in my prayers. [The people on Facebook from the class of '75 and others have been posting their sympathies...thought you'd like to know.]
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Betty Ricci Drzayich
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Carol Catozza Runser
Dear Mara and family, My condolences to you and your family. DiGregory's Greenhouse and family were/are very special to my family.
09/03/2024
Ann Kelley Nolan
Syl and Millie:Sincerest Sympathy on the passing of Jimmy. He was a very nice guy and I remember him from the flower shop. Thinking of you and sending you peace and healing energy. Blessings Ann Kelley Nolan
09/03/2024
Mike Berarducci
Sympathies to Jim's children and family and friends. A good friend to me and may he rest in peace. Quite a good man who always enjoyed hearing and advising about my garden. Great memories of him since I was a youngster.
09/03/2024
John and Judy Irvin
So sorry for your loss. Not enough nice words to describe what a fine gentleman he was. We are out of town and will be unable to pay our respects in person. Peace be with the family.
09/03/2024
Jeff Copeland
What a great guy. He will be missed by so many. I have known Jim on a professional and personal level for over 40 years. He never failed to greet you with a smile, even on a crazy and hectic Mother's Day weekend at the greenhouse. My thoughts are with all of you.
09/03/2024
Rob Myers
My condolences go out to Lou, Mara, Grandkids, Family and all who knew Jim. What a fine example for a human being. He was kind, gentle and thoughtful. Although his life on earth has ended he leaves behind a textbook on how to live your life according to God. We may be sad due to Jim's passing but God has accepted this fine man into his kingdom with open arms. It was my pleasure to have known Jim and his influence on me will last a lifetime.
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Debbie Shay
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Debbie Shay
Mara, Lou and Family,I'm so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt prayers and sympathy are with all of you during this difficult time.Love,Debbie
09/03/2024
Leanna Lamatrice
Mara,I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
09/03/2024
Leanna Lamatrice
Mara,I am truly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
09/03/2024
Russ and Linda Drazic Cutri
Dear Mara and Louis and family, So sorry for the lost of your father ,Father-in-law and grandfather. Jim was a great man dearly loved by many. I will always remember his smile.God Bless You All. Love Russ and Linda Drazic Cutri
09/03/2024
John and Judy Irvin
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Brenda and Steve Anderson
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Corinne Rensi
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Benjamin Lloyd
My sincerest condolences for your loss. He and your family are very fond memories from my childhood.
09/03/2024
Michael Denmark
Rita and family. My deepest sympathies. Jim was always helpful and patient in all my dealings with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Sandy K Holsinger
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Sandy K Holsinger
Mara,So sorry on the loss of your Dad. Prayers sent to you and all your family In the time of sadness.
09/03/2024
Robert and Rebecca (Mantica) Arrico
Mara, Lou and Family,We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a kind and gentle man.Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
09/03/2024
Tricia
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