Giovanni Molinaro, age 82 passed away on Saturday August 10, 2024, in Fort Pierce, Florida. He was born on January 5, 1942 in Naples, Italy to the late Giuseppi and Filomena Molinaro.

He had lived in the area for 20 years and graduated in 1959 from Trade School. He was a Baker- entrepreneur and Owned Giovanni's Main Street Kitchen and other restaurants. He loved bowling, traveling and cooking.

He will be remembered for his loving larger-than-life personality. His love of family and his willingness to help everyone at any time.

He is survived by his wife Blanca Molinaro, Three daughters, Filomena (Terry) Atchley, Lundelia (Keylor) Bolivar, Diana (Mike) Mcelwreath, two sons, Jose Molinaro, Giovanni (Johana) Molinaro, his two brothers Enrico Malinaro, and Tonnino Molinaro, his three sisters, Nannina Cascela, Isarella Molinaro, and Carmela Anunziata. As well as fifteen grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Giuseppi and Filomena Molinaro.

There will be a Celebration of life on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11:00AM at First Baptist Church of Wauchula 1570 W. Main Street Wauchula.

Memorial Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to First Baptist Church of Wauchula 1570 W Main Street.

Online condolences can be made at www.pongerkaysgrady.com

Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Homes & Cremations Services have been entrusted with the arrangements.