Carl DiMaria passed away peacefully April 11, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend. He is preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Irene DiMaria; and son, Carl Anthony DiMaria. He is survived by his two daughters, Christine DiMaria and Carrie DiMaria; grandchildren, Kaitlyn DiMaria and Jason Mackey (Julia Mackey); as well as great-grandson, Jaxon Mackey.
Carl graduated from St. Phillips Catholic High School in Battle Creek, Michigan. He loved playing football for St. Phillips and made the All-State Conference during his playing career. He went on to attend Western Michigan University and received his Bachelor of Science degree in business. He had a long career with Ameritech Yellow Pages Publishing and was the proud recipient of several President’s Club sales awards.
In earlier days Carl enjoyed playing guitar and singing professionally. He loved all music and was a talented musician. Once he was married, he focused on family life which he enjoyed very much. While Carl enjoyed all sports, it is widely known that his favorite pastime was Notre Dame football! He was a very devoted lifetime fan.
Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Thursday, May 7, 2026, 11:00 AM at St. Robert’s of Newminster Church, 6477 Ada Dr. SE Ada, Michigan. Rev. Tony Russo presiding. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Robert Samaritan Fund.
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We’re so sorry for your loss. May you find peace knowing that your dad is home and reunited with your Mom and brother, always in your heart. Prayers for your family.
God Bless You Christine and Carrie, Your Dad loved you so much and you were his Shining Stars…He was a friend to so many!
He lived his faith and now being honored and rewarded for his Life!
So sorry for you and your family. May your memories comfort you in this time of sadness.
Your dad leaves a wonderful legacy of love and a life well lived. The memories of our childhood and beyond are forever etched within us. We are so lucky to have made them with you and our families.
Mary-Frances and Mike
Your dad leaves a wonderful legacy of love and a life well lived. The memories of our childhood and beyond are forever etched within us. We are so lucky to have made them with you and our families.
Mary-Frances and Mike
Carl was a fun fellow. We met in the ninth grade at St Philip High School. And I treasure the memories of the wonderful times we shared in our class of sixty. We didn’t see each other often, but each time it was the same – a friend, a classmate and we always knew that we cared about each other.
May he be at peace in his new joyful home.
Carol Trumbull and Don Trumbull
In loving memory of Carl DiMaria, memorial trees will be planted in Michigan’s National Forest from St. Philip’s Class of 1958. Carl wasn’t just a classmate, he was a good friend to all of us and will be missed.
May he rest in peace.
St.Philip Class of 1958