Domenic J Saravello Obituary (1956

Domenic J. Saravello, affectionately known as Donny by family and friends, suddenly and peacefully passed away in his sleep on April 5, 2025, at his home in Deptford, New Jersey. He was born on May 14, 1956, to the late Domenic S. and Gilda (nee DiBona) Saravello, and was a lifelong part of his 2st neighborhood. For the past 12 years, he resided in Deptford, NJ. A graduate of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Bishop Neumann High School, Class of '74. Donny was a social member of the Happy Tappers Club for many years. He was also a member of the O'Malley Men's Club and the ELKS Lodge 1896 in North Wildwood. He spent years bartending at Cookies, a former local bar where he made many lasting friendships. A lover of music, Donny enjoyed attending concerts and listening to The Beatles on Sunday mornings, as well as The Doors and The Rolling Stones. He often spent time at the Turf Club with friends, watching the ponies run and cheering for all Philadelphia sports teams except the Eagles. Time spent at the shore was always special to him, and he loved sitting on the beach with his family. His grandchildren were the light of his life, and family meant everything to him. Each day began with a heartfelt text to all those he loved, saying "Good morning," a gesture that will be deeply missed. Donny was a loving, caring, generous, thoughtful, and reliable husband, father, and pop. You always knew when Donny entered a room, as he would greet everyone with a warm smile. And if you were a bartender, you could count on a generous tip from him. He is the beloved husband of 43 years to Roseanne (nee: Jacobus) Saravello. He was a loving father to Donny (Ariel) Saravello and Heather (Daniel) Rudolph, and a proud and doting Pop to Ellie, Hannah, Evangeline, Adalyn, and Sadie, whom he cherished deeply. He is also survived by his brothers, Michael (Donna) Saravello and Robert (Denise) Saravello, as well as many aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless dear friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Friday morning, April 11, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, 3rd & Wolf Streets. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM, with burial to follow privately. In honor of Donny's generous spirit, a tip to a favorite bartender or waiter would be greatly appreciated.