I lived around the corner from Maxim's from 1983-97.  As a teacher at St. Joseph High School I walked past Maxim's and often stopped on the way home for a pizza bagel and their phenomenal chocolate
brownies.  But the best part was the great conversations I had with Manny.  What a great man and fond memories for me from that East 185th Street neighborhood. 

Rest in Peace Manny!

Manny I moved on Cornwall when I was eight. We lived on your pizza and you were such a kind man. It was such a nice time, everyone knew everybody that came in and out in the little neighborhood corner store that also had the the best pizza ever. You will be remembered and missed by many . Thank you for the wonderful memories.🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏

Gene and family, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Know that he is resting peacefully in our heavenly Father's arm's. Our prayer's are with you in the coming day's. God bless Joseph and Faith Fragozo

I lived on Cornwall Road, born in 53 so of course maxims and Manny was a big part of my life. It was always a joy to go into the shop. I would stop almost every day on the way home from school,  Oliver hazard Perry.    I would love to smell the baked goods and always got a maple frosted roll. Manny was amazing and what a long wonderful life he had.  He was a part of so many lives in a great old neighborhood. He made the area so special. RIP and thank you

Loretta and family, I am profoundly sorry for the loss your your father.  He was an icon of the community and an excellent Dad, like own.  Sincere condolences.  Kathy

gene,  so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. we have always loved the pizza.    jim welch.....harland ave , cleveland

Dear Dennis, M&M and the rest of the Berardinelli family, our prayers our with you. So sorry for the loss of your father. My mom (Linda) still remembers babysitting for Gene. He was a good man, may he rest in eternal peace. 

With Love,
The Mayne Family

My sincere condolences on your loss. He was a very nice man I enjoyed knowing and of course, he made the best pizza in town!!

Our family grew up on Maxims pizza.  From my Grandpa Giuffre to the youngest Powell.  There was, and still is, a warm smile when you walk through the door.  Manny was always so full of energy and always took the time to make you feel special.  The world is a better place for all of the lives he touched and fed.  Sincere condolence to the entire family.
Sue Powell


What a beautiful man.  Always that warm make you feel great smile anytime you were with him.  A fine soft spoken gentelmen

Tim Baur

My heart is broke over the passing of a wonderful man. Rest in peace, Mr. Berardinelli.  You were a class act all the way and my dad's best friend in the entire world.  Have fun bowling with my dad in heaven.  Condolences to entire family. We love you.

May God Be With You and Heaven Be Your Final Resting Place. To a Man of Respect, Dignity and Hard Work. A True Family Man Who Worked Hard All Of His Life That Took His God Given Gifts and Talents and Built A Humble Pizza Shop and Some of The Best Italian Food in Cleveland Since 1949. I've known His Son Geno Since The Late 60's and Always Admired The Work Ethic and Outpouring Love that Filled the Foundation of Their Faith, Familia, Food and Friendships. I Love This Family.
Doug Rutti

We love you grandpa! You are so special to us. 

We love you grandpa! You are so special to us! You’ve touched more souls than you knew! Love Stephanie , Domenic , and Viviana 

Love you Uncle, the best man I've ever known. Thanks for filling in as was needed. Loved growing up with you all,up  on the hill.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Manny’s name may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, P.O. Box 72101, Cleveland, OH 44192 or at www.hospicewr.org

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John Berardinelli

Henrietta (nee Berardinelli) Berardinelli

Dale Berardinelli (June Ruolo)

Dennis Berardinelli (Mary Margaret)

Gene Berardinelli (Kathleen)

Thomas Berardinelli (Denise)

Loretta Johnson (Jeffrey)

Many

Joseph

Lucille

Janet

John

Richard

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Emanuel "Manny" Berardinelli

March 8, 1921 – July 29, 2020

Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home

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