Arthur DeChecchi
Arthur R. DeChecchi, Artie or Artemus to those who knew and loved him, left us on Friday January 14, 2022. He was at home in his beloved cabin beside a roaring fire surrounded by people that loved him. His battle with pancreatic cancer was brief and he was a warrior as he fought it.
Artie was born in New York, to his parent's Arthur and Ouida. At a young age he come to live with his grandparents Irene and Arturo DeChecchi .
He was a catholic schoolboy, an alterboy and graduate of St Ages high school. Artie's earliest job was at a flower shop, he loved flowers and would plant many each year at his beloved cabin. Artie was offered a naval position to study nuclear power but declined at the request of his grandmother . He went on to the Aeronautics Academy before deciding to become an electrician. Artie worked at the Met Life building starting as a stock boy working his way to the electrical department. He was a proud member of Local 3 working for the City, first with the Board of Education and then on Riker's Island. Artie was also, proud to be a member of Sokol New York where he held many positions, It is also were he made and kept many friends whom he considered family. Artie loved his jobs as a bouncer, he was tough when needed. Artie was a kind soul, with a pure heart and a gentleman with a cowboy spirit. He loved his country and all he called friend. If your paths crossed you will never forget him.
Arthur leaves behind his wife Donna Sbriglia-DeChecchi, her family his cousins Tara Lynn, Christopher , Kimberly, and Denise.
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