Steven D’Angeli of Medford, passed away on January 15th, 2009 at age 92, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Esther (Santoro). Loving father of Lyn and her husband Russell Lutkevich of Medford, Steven and his wife Kathy of Wilmington, Sylvia and her husband Tom Maribito of Peabody, Frank and his wife Jennifer of Wakefield and Lisa and her husband Sean O’Neil of Medford. Also survived by eight grandchildren; Amy, Beth, Michael, Gregg, Michele, Rachel, Kayla and Jack. Survived by sisters Viola Enos, Narchia Corliss, and Ida Sylva. Loving son of the late Albert and Sylvia D'Angeli. Predeceased by sister Mary, and brothers Henry, Leo, Charles, Francis, Rebello, Caserio, and William. Born in Lawrence, MA on January 2, 1918. Became a proficient trumpet player in his early teens and played professionally with his brothers in local clubs. Entered World War II in February, 1941 as Private First Class; 9th Infantry Division. Fought in North Africa, Tunisia to Bizerte, then to Sicily, Normandy Invasion, through France, Belgium and through Germany until end of war. Participated in historical battles in addition to Normandy: in the Sahara Desert against Germany’s Field Marshall General Erwin Rommel, the Battle of the Bulge, and the taking of the Bridge at Remagen. Was honored to be a member of the 9th Division Band that performed for most major political and military leaders of the Allied Nations. Received 7 Battle Stars, The Belgian Furragere, the French Government Diplome Award, a European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars and 1 Silver Service Star, World War II Victory Medal, American Defense Service Medal, Army of Occupational Medal with Clasp, American Campaign Medal, Honorable Service World War II Lapel Button and a Good Conduct Medal. After the war, Steven forged a career in sales management, beginning with Reynolds Aluminum. After retirement, he enjoyed his time with wife, children and grandchildren, who will miss him greatly. Relatives & friends are invited to attend his funeral service conducted in the Breslin Funeral Home, 610 Pleasant St., Malden on Tuesday January 19th at 10 AM. Services will conclude with interment in Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Monday January 18th from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to send a donation in Steven’s name to the charity of your choice.