Berardino 'Dino' DiRienzo, age 70,  passed away peacefully on October 23, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Anthony and Evelyn DiRienzo. He leaves behind his loving wife, Louise (Chilberg) DiRienzo his brother, Anthony, (Judy) DiRienzo, stepchildren, Megan Alaimo (Chuck), Joe Putnam, and Charlie Putnam; grandchildren, Lilliana, Putnam, Lucas, and Zoe Alaimo.

Dino was a millwright for Occidental Chemical until his retirement in 2015. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as hiking, camping, solving crossword puzzles. He was a devoted Boston Red Sox fan and never missed an opportunity to cheer them on.

Dino can be best remembered by his dry humor and quick wit. After his retirement, he enjoyed wintering in cape Canaveral, FL, where he developed a passion for surf cast fishing. He also enjoyed making wine with his family. Above all Dino loved time spent with his family. The bounty of wonderful memories will be in the hearts of Dino's family forever, until we meet again.

Visitation will be Friday, October 27 from 3 – 7 PM at M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Dino's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:30 AM in Immaculate Conception Church, 4671 Townline Rd, Ransomville, NY 14131. Memorial offerings may be made to Doctors Without Borders at donate.doctorswithoutborders.org.