Reggie was born on March 25, 1950 in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Ralph C. Ghioto, Sr. and Christine S. Ghioto. He was a graduate of Bishop Kenny High School and Jacksonville University. Reggie was also a member of Alpha Kappa Psi. He made his home on St. Simons Island for 35 years and was recently employed as a mortgage loan originator for Ameris Bank.
Reggie is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Kathryn D. Ghioto of St. Simons Island; four children and son-in-law, Lindsay (Ghioto) and Woody Kennedy of Summerville, SC, Maggie Ghioto, Sam Ghioto, and Emmy Ghioto all of St. Simons Island; three brothers, Ralph Ghioto, Jr. of Tampa, FL, Bob Ghioto and wife Diane of St. Simons Island, and Rodney Ghioto and wife Lynne of Orlando, FL, a sister, Kathy DeLoach of St. Simons Island, a sister-in-law Pat Ghioto of St. Peters, MO; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Ghioto. Reggie dearly loved his family and was a true friend to many, as he never met a stranger. He enjoyed golf, fishing, and Yankees baseball. Reggie constantly exuded a passion for life with a contagious laugh and a heart of gold.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at St. William Catholic Church with Monsignor John Kenneally officiating. An inurnment to immediately follow in the St. William Columbarium.
Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association.
Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
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