Denis Vedova Obituary

Age - 80
October 7, 2023
Albia, IA
Denis Ray Della Vedova, 80, of West Des Moines, Iowa (formally of Albia, Iowa) passed away on October 3, 2023. He was born on May 25, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri. Denis, affectionately known as "Disco" was a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, whose loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him. A memorial service to honor Denis' life will be held 2 P. M. , on October 11, 2023, at Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Indianola, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to Alzheimer's Association. Contributions can be made directly to http://act. alz. org/goto/Denis_Della_Vedova. The Overton Funeral Home in Indianola, Iowa, is entrusted with the arrangements. Denis was a man of great kindness, generosity, and a wonderful sense of humor. As the Patriarch of an Italian family, he was stubborn and controlling, but always put his family first. He had a creative spirit and took pleasure in working with his hands. Denis had strong values and a worldly perspective, always seeking intellectual growth, and embracing new experiences. Throughout his life, Denis built a successful career in the field of construction. His passion for the craft began in the family business at the age of fourteen, and he excelled as a builder with a particular affinity for the artistry of concrete. Denis was truly a master finisher, and his dedication to his work was unwavering. In 1989, Denis and his wife, Virginia, took the opportunity to establish their own business, DDVI, Inc. As a General Contractor, Denis embraced the responsibilities of business ownership, while still imparting his expertise and guidance to his team. Under his leadership, DDVI became one of the most reputable contractors in the state of Iowa. While Denis was devoted to his career, he also found joy in various hobbies and activities. He enjoyed playing golf (until his back wouldn't allow), creating in his workshop (sets for Rock Island High School Group Interp & Drama productions and props for Indianola School District "sock hop" fundraisers), and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes. He was a die-hard Green Bay Packers fan and enjoyed staying informed by watching Fox News. Denis also took pleasure in working with young people, attending Show Choir Competitions, and spending peaceful moments with "Ginny" on the porch, rocking and drinking coffee. He had a gift for storytelling and had a knack for making connections with people from all walks of life. Denis will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his wife Virginia Della Vedova of West Des Moines, Iowa, his son Rino C. Della Vedova of Bettendorf, Iowa, his daughter and son-in-law Gina and Rich Piper of Indianola, Iowa, his grandsons Tyler Piper of Omaha, Nebraska, Nicholas and Logan Piper of Indianola, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his father Rino Della Vedova, his mother Ruth Della Vedova, father-in-law Dom Scala, and mother-in-law Katie Scala. Denis will forever be remembered as a man of integrity, dedication, and unwavering love for his family. His legacy of kindness, craftsmanship, and his ability to bring people together will live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know him.
Obituary Source : https://www.overtonfunerals.com/obituary/denis-della-vedova
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