Gianfranco “Johnny” DiPietro of Canton passed away February 15th. Born and raised in Sulmona, Italy he served in the Italian Air Force before immigrating to the United States at the age of 19. He worked as an Auto body Mechanic for Supreme Autobody in Hyde Park for 50 years before retiring. Johnny was devoted to his family and enjoyed collecting antiques and going to yard sales.
Beloved husband of the late Carol A. (Bersani). Father of Peter Bersani of Canton, Valerie Marques and her husband Carlos of Sharon, and Christian DiPietro of Canton. Brother of Bianca Tollis and Sandra DiPietro both of Italy and the late Bruno DiPietro and his wife Franca DiPietro of N. Attleboro. Grandfather of Carla Marques and the late Raphael Moreira. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass at St. Oscar Romero Church, Canton (formerly St. John the Evangelist Church) Tuesday morning at 10:00 Visiting hours at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Tuesday morning prior to the Mass from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Burial Canton Corner Cemetery.