Mr. Di Lena was born September 16, 1922 in Catona, NY. He is the son of the late Ralph and the late Josephine (Solzrula) Di Lena. He served in the Navy during World War II from 01/09/1941 to 01/15/1947. Proud recipient of American Area Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, EAME Area Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Medal, and American Defense Medal. He was employed by DiLena Concrete, Seaford, NY as a Cement Mason. He is survived by three sons Alexander, Louis and Ralph Di Lena (Judith Wade). Loving grandfather of Paul and Stephanie and one great grandchild. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, 9:15 am, November 19 at St. James Church, Seaford with interment to follow in Calverton National Cemetery, Calverton, NY.