Cosmo Louis Diliegro

With profound sadness, the DiLiegro family announces the passing of their beloved patriarch, Cosmo.

Cosmo left this life peacefully on October 23, 2024, surrounded by loving family. He was born on April 26, 1928, to John and Jesse DiLiegro in Somerville, MA. Cosmo grew up in Revere, MA, and honorably served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Soon after returning from duty, Cosmo met and married the great love of his life, Jane Swicegood. The two were blessed to share 73 years of marriage.  Over the years, they enjoyed spending winters in Florida, visiting Times Square, attending Mardi Gras, and taking a cruise to Italy.

Above all, Cosmo's greatest joy was always his family throughout his life, especially during the two years following Jane's passing. Cosmo and Jane lived in Revere, MA where they raised their three children - John, Patricia, and Michael. Their home was always filled with family, and Cosmo constantly reminded them of the importance of family.  He was determined to fulfill the wishes of his three children.  As a young father, he decided a backyard swimming pool would do just that.  He installed the pool, his kids were thrilled, and “Cosmo Pools” was born.  Cosmo always said that the best part of his business, which he successfully ran for 54 years using only a pen and pocket notebook, was making families happy.

Cosmo's love and admiration for his three children grew as he became a grandfather to six grandchildren. Cosmo loved nothing more than creating special memories that each of his grandchildren will forever cherish.  He even wrote a special song for each that they would sing at the top of their lungs during “dates” with Grampa.  Whether it was trips to Miami or the toy store, Sunday dinner at home, Friday night supper at China Roma, New Year's Eve at the Continental, or a lesson on the greatness of Frank Sinatra, Cosmo instilled in each of his grandchildren a deep and everlasting love that made him a legend in their eyes and shaped the meaning of family for each one.

With the birth of his 12 great-grandchildren, Cosmo's pride only deepened. His adoration for each is evident in the framed pictures, insisting they be in 5 x 7 format, that line every inch of his house.

Cosmo is one of the last of a generation of truly great men. He played an active role in Revere Politics, worked as a building inspector for the city, served as a past president of the Patriots Civic Club, and was a current member of the St. Mary’s Holy Name Society, His selflessness, generosity, and pride will live on in the family members he left behind. He held strong to the belief that “nothing means more than family."  As we remember him, we recognize that nothing will ever mean more to this family than he.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Jane, as well as his Sister Dolly Badalato and her husband Gregory. Cosmo leaves behind his loving children: John and his wife Patricia of Revere, the late Patricia DeRosa and her husband Kenneth of Revere, Michael DiLiegro and his wife Lenore of Peabody; his grandchildren Danielle and Jeff Smith, John and Natasha DiLiegro, Jennifer and Shaun Lee, Michael and Stefanie DeRosa, Krystal DiLiegro Patch and Glen Rodriguez, and Nanci and Robert Haas III; and his great-grandchildren: Tyler and Olivia Smith, Dylan and Brooke DiLiegro, Connor and Katie Lee, Ellie and Marlo DeRosa,  Ava and Abigail Patch, and Robert IV and Leni Haas, His Brothers Martin DiLiegro and wife Betty of Revere, John DiLiegro and wife Donna of Revere Cosmo will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love and family will endure forever.

A visitation for Cosmo will be held on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 4:00-8:00pm at Paul Buonfiglio and Sons 128 Revere Street, Revere, MA. A funeral Service will be Monday, October 28, 2024, at 10:00AM. Funeral mass will follow at 11:00AM at Saint Mary's Church 670 Washington Ave, Revere, MA 02151. Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery 175 Broadway, Malden, MA.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Cosmo's name to Dana Farber Cancer Insitute online by clicking this link: Donate or by mail by clicking this link: Donate by mail and filling out form and mailing it to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168