Gerardo Manganiello, 57, of Franklin passed away unexpectedly August 17 at the MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham.
Born in Avellino, Italy, April 5, 1958, the son of the late Luigi and Maria Manganiello, Mr. Manganiello came to America 32 years ago. He had lived in Bellingham for several years before moving to Franklin 15 years ago.
He had been a stone mason for Lanzilli & Sons of Stoughton for several years and had previously worked for R.P. Marzilli of Medway.
Gerardo loved to fish, was an avid Boston sports fan, going to the North End, good food and above all was passionate about his family.
He is survived by his children, Michael S. Manganiello and his companion Sarah Bethany Campano of Blackstone, Christian R. Manganiello of Blackstone and Anthony J. Manganiello of Bellingham.
He is also survived by his former wife Cindy (DellaVittoria) Manganiello of Bellingham.
His also survived by a large family in Italy.
His funeral will be held on Saturday, August 22 from the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com) 131 Main Street Franklin at 9:15 followed by a funeral mass in St. Mary’s Church at 10:00. Burial will be private.
Calling hours will be on Friday from 4- 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.