" Mike, I was your friend growing up and I will always be your friend thru life and death. You are a great guitar player, husband, father and friend! Rest in Peace Brother, I will see you some day again. You can play "Foghat" for me!! ?"
In loving memory of
Michael DiMartinis
June 3, 1956 - September 5, 2022
Michael DiMartinis, on September 5, 2022, of Sicklerville; formerly of W. Collingswood Heights. Age 66.
Beloved husband of Lori DiMartinis (nee Day). Devoted father of Nicholas DiMartinis (fiancée Emily Irvine) and Nathan DiMartinis. Cherished son of Josephine DiMartinis (nee Natalino) and the late Marian DiMartinis. Loving brother of Denise Shaw (Bob), Karen Friedlander (Art), and Marion DiMartinis (Martha).
Michael was a member of the 1974 graduating class of Haddon Twp. High School. He was a founding member of the band Energized along with Derf Remington. He also played in the Toonz and most recently Soul Survivors. Mike loved music and playing guitar. He was known for crafting his own custom guitars. He loved the shore and enjoyed being in the water as well as riding jet skis. He loved his 1967 Chrysler 300, his motorcycles.
Mike was the owner of Elite Audio in Blackwood. He was the embodiment of the word "friend" - he truly enjoyed helping others. Mike loved his family and will be missed by all who knew him.
There will be a viewing from 6pm to 9pm Monday, September 12 and from 9am to 10am Tuesday, September 13 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Funeral Mass 11am Tuesday at St. Charles Borromeo RC Church, 176 Stagecoach Road, Sicklerville, NJ 08081.
Interment St. Joseph's Cemetery, Chews Landing.
Tributes
"Dennis and I recall many fond memories of Mike back in the day. Our first time meeting Mike and Lori was when they were first moving into their home and Mike knocked on our door to use our phone. Right then and there we hit it off immediately. I?ll never forget his smile. He was such a warm and friendly guy. Mike../you will be missed by so many but never forgotten. You and Lori and the boys are in our prayers. Rest In Peace Mike. You will surely be missed. ?"
"Bye Old friend , Never forget all the great nights listening to you and E. Your friendship made it all the more special! You were a great guy! "
"Growing up in W.Collingswood Hts. Our small town we were all like family. Great memories being in Mikes backyard while he played his guitar and put on shows entertaining us. Now Mike is playing in gods choir. RIP Mike. Deepest sympathy to the entire family. Debbi ( Anuw) Radano "
"I met "Mike D" in 2010 at a Philly airport meeting w/ Hardy martin (founder of IED) and immediately enjoyed our 12 year business relationship. We discovered that we bot playe R&R music and form a musical bond as well. Great smile, candor, and fairness...whats not to like? Did not know of Mike's faith , but trust that he is resting peacefully arms of God...Rest in Peace "Mike D". Dick Snider General manager IEDSS (IED Support Services) Louisville KY "
"Mike will be missed by all his friends and family. He loved playing his guitars, and was one of the best musicians. Mike was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. God Bless the entire family. Prayers and Sympathy to all. Forever In Eternal Peace my friend. In God's Hands."