GENTILE, Joseph, 85 of Largo passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2018. Joseph was born on June 25, 1932 in Vittoria, Sicily, Italy to the late Rosario & Giovanna (Connizzo) Gentile. He married his childhood sweetheart in Hartford, CT in 1953 while on deployment serving in the Italian Navy. They moved to Florida in 1971.
Joseph was self-employed and operated a Shoe Repair Business. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, 4th degree.
Joseph is survived by his loving wife Delizia Gentile of Largo, two sons Richard Gentile of Tampa & Anthony (Susan) Gentile of Largo, a daughter Joanne Detlor of Seminole, five grandchildren Michael Detlor, Elizabeth Cutchall, Joshua Detlor, Brittany Hines and Danica Gentile along with 10 great grandchildren.
Friends are calling on Tues, May 29, 2018 from 5pm – 8pm at Serenity Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, ph# 727-562-2080. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, 5/30/18 at 11am at St Jerome Catholic Church, 10895 Hamlin Blvd, Largo. Burial will follow at Serenity Gardens Memorial Park, Largo.
Condolences may be offered at www.serenityfuneralhomelargo.com.
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