I met Bill many years ago in high school.  He was a really nice guy and a good friend.  I met him for the first time playing junior varsity football. He was a tough defensive nose guard and I got to run through the gap he created in the offensive line each play in search of a tackle.  A good deal for me:). After high school our life paths diverged never to cross again but you never forget a good childhood friend.  I’m thankful for his friendship and true comradery.

My sincere condolences to his family and friends for his untimely passing.  I hope his memory gives you strength and comfort.

Well it’s been 4 1/2 months since Bill Gianino‘s suddenly passed away. I make a point of starting my message with that because of that length of time has not changed the starling affect his death has had on all of us who loved, admired and respected him. We were all caught so off guard we were not ready. I worked with Bill for about 43 years. He absolutely was my boss and my mentor but more importantly he was my friend .He had a lot of faith in me and push me to take on new challenges. Bill was a great listener as well. We had a lot of conversations over the last 4+ decades and I will cherish that time with him. I think we covered just about every subject. He didn’t always agree with me but he would always hear me out, offering advice and support. He trusted me and I never took that for granted. I will miss him terribly as we all have to move forward without him and I will always wish for one more conversation with Bill, my mentor, my friend. With love and admiration, Julie

The boys and I think of you every day, that we didn’t get to say goodbye but I have to believe you went in peace. So far we are making decisions that you would have made about everything. Someday I will be with you and we will celebrate our anniversary and our birthday the big 70. I am going to go to Florida in February. You loved it there. I will miss you so much as we were supposed to be there together, to relax. You worked so hard to make everything good for me and our 2 boys you loved so much, and now I will be there without my honey. I am sitting here writing this crying so bad because we both loved each other so much and we had so many plans. I love you so, so, much baby but I have to go on until we meet again. so honey, we are sending you all our love . From your Kathy, Billy And Tony LOVE YOU 🙏💗💙❤️ PS Again you are my Love Forever.

Bill, you are The Love of my life. l miss you so much! Our boys have both help me to go on, but it’s so hard my heart is broken. I am writing this the day before our Anniversary, which we have been married 50 years 🎃 it will be bittersweet .We have our little Frankie now, he looks like you. Eva is in her new school and she is beautiful. Anna is also sweet and beautiful .Will is our good looking little man. Evelyn is our little cow girl and Vivian is a beautiful little Tony. We are coming up on our first holidays without you. It doesn’t seem real that you won’t be here. You are in our hearts. Maria just turned 50. Kim is recovering from giving us our 6th grand baby. Bill you will be proud of Billy, he trimmed down looks good. He’s doing good, and he misses you so much. Tony is doing good also. He will be opening his first dispensary soon. He misses you also . We all can’t still believe you're gone. We kept both farms. You would have loved that I have my horses which you bought me for my birthday. Evelyn and Vivian love that Daisy follows them around like a dog. It’s not the same without you down there, but you loved it . We planted a tree where you passed away . Trying to keep it nice for you Babe because I know you are watching us. 

Today and Everyday you are in my prayers and thoughts because you were more than a friend
you were more like a brother over the years we did everything together with your beautiful family that you were so proud of and your wonderful wife Kathy on today which would of been your 50th Anniversary but spiritualy here
God Bless my great friend and i miss you so much 
Love the Weinmann's


Years ago, when I worked for Make-A-Wish, I worked with Mr. Gianino on several fundraisers.  He was generous and kind.  I am so sorry for your loss!  His memory lives on in the lives he touched through his many good works.

My belated dght, Mary jo Ryan worked at your restaurant with 
Tara McVey it was her lst job, and affected her work ethic. ~~~~
I know how your heart aches “Blessed are those who mourn”
I will keep you in my prayers.... at the end of our lives all that really
Matters is what we have done for our neighbor (s). - I will make a donation in Mary jo ‘s honor to Footprints” as u suggested.. till then
Know your family is loved and respected... pray, pray and then pray some more

Polly FAulstich -Ryan Fick

My deepest condolences to the Gianino family for this huge loss. I can still hardly find words. Not just a client, but a friend and mentor.  I was fortunate to be the recipient of a lot of Bill wisdom during downtime at the jobsite waiting for workers to show up or a meeting to start.  I can’t remember most people’s names unless I’ve met them three times and Bill could remember details about my family and would ask and inquire.  I love that I got to learn about cattle ranching and hear Bill talk excitedly about the birth of a calf ... right alongside interior design and construction management.  Of course,  right at the center of everything was talk of his grandchildren and his sons...and how his daughters-in-law fussed over his health just like his wife. A huge priority for Bill that I got to witness over and over was that  Kathy got whatever she needed and that she was *happy*…She was his true pride.   
We should all be so lucky in love.
 I’m going to miss his stories and his advice.  I’m proud of what we created together, Bill.  
Thank you for being a loyal client, mentor and friend. Rest In Peace. 

PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEAPEST SYMPATHIES FROM SHARI  AND I .  I AM CHERISHING A LOT OF GREAT MEMORIES FROM OUR GOLF TRIPS TOGETHER . BILL WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND A GOOD MAN . HE HAS LEFT A LEGACY OF ACHIEVEMENTS FOR HIS FAMILY TO BUILD ON . GOD BLESS YOU KATHY AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY . UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN BUDDY .

BIG DAVE & SHARI

Thank you,Bill, for believing in Jamie and trusting him with your restaurant. 
You mean so much to him. Rest In Peace. 

Bill, if I had to choose one word to describe you.. I'd use two.. CLASS ACT! Regardless of how busy you were you always seem to make time to speak to everyone who needed your ear. You truly were a  groundbreaking restauranteur ! And have left a footprint in St.Louis! Will miss you.. praying for your family! 

God Bless you Bill and may you rest in peace. I've always looked up to you and have enjoyed our countless visits over the many years I have known you. Prayers for your family and long live your wonderful legacy my friend.

Kathy and family, so sorry for your loss.  I have a lot of great memories hanging out with Bill when we were in high school.

RIP Bill.

I was fortunate to work for Bill and Cathy way back in the 1970's at the Gianinos in Maryland Heights. Bill always treated the crew with respect,  coupled with a good time. I can still remember him grinding up his special blend of cheese and then the world's best Italian sausage. People living in Spanish Trace apartments probably would have starved if not for that great store.  Bill gave opportunity to many of young men and women in their first job. He will be sorely missed and in my memory for ever. 

I’m so sorry Billy.  My father will welcome your father with open arms. My condolences to your entire family. Prayers. 

We would be remiss if we didn’t describe Bill as one of the nicest people you’d ever want to meet.  Along with his smile was that ever present cigar.  He made you feel important as if you were part of his family.  His business acumen was above par and he never made a big deal about it.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Gianino family.  He was loved and he will be missed greatly. 

To The Ginanino Family:  Bill built and left a heritage that will not ever be forgotten.  I thank him for all the dedicated hard work he offered to our St. Louis food industry.   Mamma Mia, what a great guy!

Goodby Bill thank you for your friendship and your leadership. You were an inspiration to many and will be remembered in the restaurant industry forever . My deepest sympathies to Kathy and the family . R.I.P. with God 

My first Restaurant job was Gianino's @ 141 and Manchester. 1978. Dishwasher/Cook.

My memories are 
Each time I walked in the restaurant on Telegraph, Bill, his wife, and friends would be setting at the table next to the door.  Little did I know then, that he would become my nieces father-in-law!!  He will be so very missed, by so many. 
Prayers and condolences to the family!!

Bill Gianino will be missed by many, my condolences to Kathy, Billy and Tony. Bill was a great role model to me since working for him was my first job. I received a lot of experience from working at Gianino’s that followed me to this day and made me a better person all  around. 

My deepest sympathy to the Gianino family. I knew Bill and Kathy when they were kids growing up in the St. Al’s neighborhood.  I am so sorry for your loss. 

My deepest condolences to Kathy, Billy, Tony and entire family. My heart breaks for all of you which also include Julie Lang and the crew.
RIP Bill you will be missed ❤️

When I first met Bill I had no clue who he was to become, the year I don’t remember but I can tell you this, we were both young . It must have been in the 70’s . I had just opened and Bill ( whom I didn’t know ) stopped in on a sales call not sell me a hamburger that came way later, he was selling promotional products ( pens, t-shirts  and what have you ) well me young and dumb treated him like a nobody and blew him
Out, and from
That day on he probably never liked me . Then he became one of the most talked about man in the restaurant business and great man , RIP Bill you made one hell of a mark in St. Louis  

We enjoyed our time as neighbors in the 80's & 90's and as patrons; still of the Gianino restaurants.  May Bill be blessed in heaven as he was on earth.   We hope our prayers provide support for Kathy and sons.  May GOD bless you all. 

Dear Gianino Family,
We have been with you from the time you sold Pizza for pick up only in Oakville Mo.  My father and mother along with their 6 children loved your food way back then and watched you grow into all that you are today. We support your family restaurants all over the St Louis area.
Bill was a wonderful person and he will be missed by many.
God bless all of you, we will keep you in our prayers.
The Jim and Gerry Walsh Family

I am very sorry for your loss.  I have many fond memories of Bill when we were teenagers.  He will be in my thoughts and prayers.

RIP Bill ! I will always remember those beginning days when we was in the carry out / delivery Pizza  biz back in the mid 70 and 80s ! Gianino’s Pizza Den in Maryland Hight’s & Chesterfeild . Bill was a great entrepreneur with genus’s  status in sight  & defiantly  left his  positive mark that will not ever be forgotten . 
Great Times!  My condolences to his Family !  

We have been residents of Oakville since 1984 and watched the Gianino brand grow to what it is today.  This is a great loss for the family, as well as the community.   Please accept our sincere condolences. 

OBITUARY

William "Bill" Frank Gianino

February 26, 1951 – June 26, 2020

Heiligtag-Lang-Fendler Funeral Home

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