March 12, 2023

My deepest condolences to the DiPaolo family.  Coach DiPaolo had a tremendous impact on my life, and I was blessed to be coached by him.  His guidance and teaching extended far beyond the football field.  I still recollect upon some of our conversations and his words of wisdom in my daily life.  He left an incredible legacy.  
Joe Nuni ’00

February 23, 2023

Deepest sympathies and condolences for the entire DiPaolo family.  What a tremendously full, rich and fulfilling life with so many outstanding accomplishments and highlights. It is said that one measure of a persons life is – Did they have a positive impact on others and leave the world a better place? Certainly, the answer for Coach is a resounding YES. When one thinks of the thousands of players and students that were influenced and instructed under his leadership, he had a far greater impact that belied his smaller frame. His attendance at my brother Phil’s funeral 10 years ago (Phil was an all-county player for Coach), meant a great deal to our family. Again, deepest sympathies to the DiPaolo family.
Ken Kirchner

February 17, 2023

For the entire DiPaolo family,
Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers.  Tony was a “larger than life” figure to many of us who both played for and coached with him.  So glad I was able to see him on both sides.  Also very glad that i had the opportunity to see and talk with him later in his life (thanks, Coach Benko) when the old coaches group would meet for lunch.  Despite his health issues, he seemed very grateful for the opportunity to be with his old cohorts.  I hope you can take comfort in each other during this time of mourning.  But I’m sure it is also a time of great memories that you can share together and with others. 
Walt Senkowski ’72
 

February 17, 2023

I would like to express my deepest condolences to you and your family for the passing of your father. I have distinct fond memories of Mr. D from high school days on up. Always smiling. He cheered up the room when he entered. And that infectious laughter which was passed onto his children. May he rest in peace.
James Zangari

February 17, 2023

Dear Tony and family, My sincerest condolences to you  with the loss of your father. He truly was a very influential man in my life. He could be the toughest coach around and yet put his arm around you with that great big smile and ask how he could help. He had a unique ability to bring out the best in his atheletes consequently he had an incredibly successful coaching career. I truly appreciated his guidance and leadership although I did not fully recognize it as a high school student rather it became apparent to me as I later had children and found myself a coach by default and would reflect on his techniques and methods. I will happily keep your dad and all of you in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.Sincerely,Rick Frey,’75

February 16, 2023

Hi Denise, Mike and Tony and other family. I’m sorry to hear about the passing of your dad Tony. I remember your dad as a really good guy, and helping athletes of all generations. I really enjoyed meeting your family and the times we had in junior high. I remember the time I visited your family when you lived in the Lampeter area. That was a lot of fun. Dave Landis
 

February 16, 2023

Dear DiPaolo Family,
Echoing some of the thoughts and reflections of those who have already commented here, I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to all members of the DiPaolo family, near and far, both blood relatives and friends of the Coach.  Besides my own parents, Coach DiPaolo remains the single most influential and memorable voice in my life.  Certainly, exposure to him during teen years has much to do with that, but “you’re going to run until I get tired” still echoes in my brain.  I so enjoyed hearing his voice on the video remembrance posted on this website; Coach sounded just as I remember his voice on hot summer days.  And that smile of his… when it appeared, was truly one of a kind!
He pushed us beyond where we wanted to go; he pushed to what we thought were our limits, but then almost magically, we found that our boundaries had been extended.  He taught us to take responsibility for our mistakes when he preached that “the film doesn’t lie”!  He taught us that there is no “I” in “team”.  We all wanted to do our best; however, demanding gang tackling and playing to the whistle was his way of preparing us to help teammates, be they on the field or eventually, in our work lives.
This is a day where I thank my lucky stars for having had exposure to Coach DiPaolo, while extending prayers for him that he rests in peace, and for you, his family, that the healing process has already begun.
Ed Heilbron ‘75

February 15, 2023

Deepest sympathy to the DiPaolo Family. Tony was a mentor in my first years of teaching and made me feel part of the LCHS faculty which I appreciated. The way he interacted with students was inspirational and guided me through my career in education. I admired his coaching abilities and watching him in action on the gridiron. His family was as enjoyable to be with as he was and I remember them from social gatherings and as Crusader students. He will sadly be missed. Barry Sussmann

February 15, 2023

DiPaolo Family, Thoughts and prayers during this trying time.  Our deepest sympathies to your family.
Officiers and Members of Chickies Rock Lodge 307

February 15, 2023

Our deepest sympathies to your family. Tony was an amazing person and what a remarkable life. We feel so lucky that we got to know him. We have many fond memories of our time spent with Tony and Mary Ellen throughout the years at celebrations, BBQ’s, dinners and cruising. He has left an empty spot in all of our hearts.
The Wiliszewski-Tracy Families

February 14, 2023

My condolences to the whole DiPaolo family. Truly a difficult time and so close to the passing of your Mom. Coach had a huge impact on my life and taught me many lessons that prepared me for life. As an athlete he knew how to get the most out of you, and realize things you didn’t know you had inside. Every year I told myself I wanted to focus on Basketball, so every year I’d go into Coach’s office nervous as hell. Coach always had that persuasive and convincing way about him, he’d say “Diehl, you’re playing football” and I’d say, “okay coach see you at practice” ! And thank god he did, those memories and friendships endure to this day. Rest in peace Coach….
Mark Diehl

February 14, 2023

My condolences to the entire DiPaolo Family. My son Andrew was a senior on Coach DiPaolo’s last team at Lancaster Catholic. Coach was a maker of men and his passing leaves a void in the LCHS community. On behalf of Andrew and myself our most sincere sympathies.
Tim St. Clair

February 14, 2023

To the entire DiPaolo Family,
Please accept my deepest condolenses on the loss of such a great person and family member. Coach DiPaolo had such a great influence on my life, and the lives of all he met and coached. He was a passionate coach and teacher who helped you understand the importance of pushing yourself to be the absolute best you could be! All in an effort to ensure that you would compete at the highest level, give it your all in life, and never leave the field, classroom, or personal vocation with any regrets. Coach DiPaolo will be greatly missed, but his lessons for living your life to the highest level possible will live on in all of us he inspired. 
Rest in peace Coach, and Thanks for your guidance!!
Many Blessings to you all,
Steve Martin – Class of 74′

February 14, 2023

DiPaolo Family,
I wish your family sympathy during this time. Coach taught me a lot about football as at LCHS. I recently saw him at an event and we talked about those times. Wish you all the best during this difficult time.   
Kenneth Myers

February 13, 2023

Mike & Mary Lynn, please accept my most heartfelt condolences for your loss.
sincerely, Dan Flynn

February 13, 2023

Dear DiPaolo family,  All of you will be in our prayers.  Your Dad led an amazing life and all of you are a testament to that.  He influenced everyone he met.  There is not a day that goes by that I do not practice a lesson he taught us players.  Truly next to my parents and a few priests Tony and coaches had the greatest impact on my life.
May he truly rest in peace.
Bruno S. Schmalhofer

February 13, 2023

Mike and Marylyn, 
I was sad to learn of your father/FIL’s passing. He made a huge difference in the quality of the LCHS football program, as well as some
academic programs, and as a school disciplinarian helped keep troublemakers in line (LOL). He was tough but fair. I hope that your positive memories of time spent with Coach Tony give you comfort during this difficult time. Hugs and prayers to you and your family, Rosanne Macrina

February 12, 2023

Mr. DiPaolo’s class was where my interest in biology began. I credit him with my college major. He was an influential person in my life (and he probably never knew). My condolences to the DiPaolo family. – Michele Hoffman 

February 12, 2023

A celebration for a life well lived.
Coach was instrumental in the ongoing life success of so many players by imparting the desire to always be better tomorrow than you are today.
Extracted from you emotional strength, skill and ability you never realized you possessed.
His best quote I still live by is “it’s not the size of the dog in the fight – it’s the size of the fight in the dog.”
~Greg Burie ’77.

February 12, 2023

Dear Dipaolo family,
Just a month after the passing of your mother, I send my condolences for the passing of your father. He looms large in my memory not only as an energetic coach but also as LCHS Vice-Principal  I think many students like me towed the line for fear of being sent to his office.  It was a tough job, I’m sure, but one that likely helped shape the character of so many young people.  I wish you all the best.
Linda Butz Brenckle