Clifton R. DiTullio
Clifton R. “Cliff” DiTullio, of Boca Raton, FL, and Milton, was born June 9, 1926 in Boston to Michele and Maria DiTullio. Cliff spent his early years in Dorchester followed by his family moving to Milton where he remained to raise his own family with Louise M. DiTullio whom he married October 4, 1952.
Cliff was a graduate of Boston College High School. After graduating in 1944, he joined the Navy serving in California during World War II. Upon his return in 1946, Cliff went to Boston College studying economics and graduated in 1950 with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
In 1948, Cliff obtained his insurance license and founded the DiTullio Insurance Agency, Inc. After graduating from college, Cliff worked for a time in the construction business. This eventually led to his full-time focus of insurance services to his friends in the construction industry.
Cliff enjoyed life to the fullest. He bought his first plane at eighteen and later learned to fly helicopters. He spent many happy times with Louise and their five children, Diane, Richard, Roy, Peter and Paul, sharing his hobbies of flying, skiing, snowmobiling and golfing.
While Louise remained on the ground until their children were grown, Cliff buzzed the sky above her. While Louise stayed at the foot of the ski slopes to tend to everyone’s needs, Cliff led his line of five children up and down the slopes. Cliff later bought Louise her first set of golf clubs and their competition on the course began.
Cliff lived to make everyone laugh and none laughed more with him than his five children and his ten grandchildren, Christopher, John, Emily, Paige, Hana, Corinne, Evan, Lauren, Timothy and Kate who called him “Nono”.
Upon his retirement, Cliff became a resident of Boca Raton, Fl, and summered in Milton. Cliff was a former Milton Rotary Club President and member of The Country Club at Boca Raton, FL and Wollaston Golf Club, Milton.
At the age of eighty-eight, Cliff had done everything he ever dreamed of and more. Cliff passed away peacefully at his Milton home where his final days were spent with his family by his side.
A Mass of Resurrection was celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton, Friday August 22 at 10:30 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON, Thursday 4-8 P.M. Interment Milton Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in Clifton’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Tribute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.
Guestbook Entries
Louise and family. To know him was to love him.. OMG.. How my Mom (Bennie) loved him! Me too for that matter. He was a legend. His suffering is over. Please take good care all of you and be well, safe and happy. Love, Peggie
To the DiTullio Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. May you cherish the memories and let them live on.
Roy, thank you for being a trusted advisor and friend. Don’t shed tears because your father has left, smile because he lived!
The Lucchetti Family
Louise and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Cliff and the family have had a long and difficult journey these past few years. Now that Cliff has passed, you can take comfort in the fact that he is no longer suffering. May he rest in peace.
So sorry to hear about Cliff. I have vivid memories his visits to uncle Al’s store. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Dear Diane, Frank, Chris, John, Emily, Louise, Paul and extended families: Frank, Courtney, Frankie, and I send you our deepest sympathies on the loss of Cliff. Not only was he a hilarious guy who made us laugh–he was also an excellent business man and father. Diane, your love for and devotion to your father was constantly on display–especially over this past year–and I can’t thank you enough for allowing me to visit with you and Cliff last spring. I’ll always remember how many times we walked around the interior of the facility that night with Cliff–he seemed so energetic, despite his illness, so we were surprised and deeply saddened to hear of Cliff’s passing today. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Patty Smith, CPA
Dear Peter and Family,
I am very sorry for the loss of your father, husband and grandfather. Please accept my condolences and know that my prayers are with you.