Joseph J. DiPrima

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our beloved Joseph DiPrima, affectionately known as Jay Jay. He was born on July 28, 1967, in Fitchburg, to Joseph and Margaret DiPrima.

Jay attended special education classes at Southeast school in Leominster taught by Mr. McFarland. Jay began his journey at the Arc in 1989, where he found a second family, creating lifelong bonds ..with his peers and very loving, caring individuals .His life was greatly enriched through social, recreational, and educational activities. He loved to dance and listen to music, especially Michael Jackson and the Beatles. CHEESECAKE was his favorite food!

In 2008, with the passing of his father and his mother's move to a nursing facility, Jay became a member of the Nonotuck foster care program. Jay's life was a testament to the power of the human spirit and the value of being part of a loving community. His legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of those he met and the community that embraced him. Jay attended the Christian Life Center where he participated in various youth programs, singing songs in church and bellowing a hearty “Amen” after prayer.

Jay is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Margaret DiPrima as well as his siblings John Lehtinen and Joann DiPrima. Jay is survived by his loving siblings Betty Stacy, Robin DiPrima Koroskenyi, Susan Lehtinen, Margaret Richardson, and James DiPrima. 

A Celebration of Life will be held on Jay Jay’s birthday, Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., and those attending are requested to wear white instead of the usual black. Christian Life Center, 53 Main St. Leominster, MA 01453

The family would like to thank the countless individuals who helped care for Jay Jay through the years. Your tireless work to ensure compassion and dignity for people does not go unnoticed.

In lieu of flowers please perform a random act of kindness in Jay Jay’s memory.

Kevin J. Mack, Walter C. Taylor, Melissa A. McQuaid, Funeral Directors.