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Giuseppe Gambino, 46

August 30, 1975 - October 12, 2021

Giuseppe Gambino, 46, of Manheim, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Born in Carini, Sicily, he was the son of Carlo and Marianna (Conigliaro) Gambino. Giuseppe was the husband of Nicole (Marino) Gambino, who was the love of his life, and they would have celebrated 12 years of marriage this coming December. He was a loving father to their children, Mia and Luca Gambino.

Giuseppe was the owner of La Piazza Italian Restaurant and Sports Bar of Lititz. He attended Franklin & Marshall College and Millersville University, graduating with degrees in Biochemistry and Biology. He was very well read, staying up to date on current events and having a strong interest in politics. He enjoyed sharing stories and information, along with a smile and a joke. Anyone who knew him, appreciated his love of computers, technology and his little tech gadgets. He had a strong heritage, and would try to travel back to Italy to spend time with family as frequently as he could. He deeply loved and respected his parents, and treasured the time spent with his wife and children. Giuseppe found comfort in the simple things. He often enjoyed staying at the house watching a movie with his family and his pets, Pippa and Sophie. He also enjoyed taking his family on trips, taking them out to try new restaurants, and spending summer days enjoying the family pool.

Along with his parents, wife and children, Giuseppe is survived by his brother, Francesco Gambino.

A viewing will take place from 7 – 9 PM on Sunday, October 17, 2021, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 AM on Monday, October 18, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church., 119 South Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17603, where the family will receive guests beginning at 9 AM until time of Mass. All guests are requested to wear face masks. Interment will follow at Manheim Fairview Cemetery.

Giuseppe had a great love for children, and in lieu of flowers, the family strongly urges donations in his memory to Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital, 1249 Cocoa Ave., P O Box 852, Hershey, PA, 17033 (checks made payable to Penn State University – memo “to benefit PSCH Child Life”) or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org/donate.

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December 09, 2021

My wife and I moved from Lititz to South Carolina in 2017 and just heard about Giuseppe’s passing. We were shocked to say the least. We have fond memories of enjoying dinner and music on the deck years ago and of course chatting with Giuseppe. Always a friendly smile. So sorry for your loss.

November 03, 2021

My deepest sympathy to your family. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.🙏🙏🙏
Sandy Shoop

October 27, 2021

Wishing peace and healing for Nicole and the children. LaPiazza was our happy place for gathering with friends on Monday evenings. We will miss the place and the people there. Giuseppe and Nicole created a place with good food and music and friendly staff. So sorry for your loss.

October 25, 2021

We just heard about your loss.  Our sincere condolences go out to the whole family.  May God be with you in this time of greiving.

October 19, 2021

Peace and hope for all of your family. He was a nice guy.
 

October 19, 2021

I send this with my deepest condolences Niocole.  May God continue to embrace you and your family during this time of sorrow, 🙏🙏❤️
Adele Peeters

October 18, 2021

My heart and prayers are with you and the family.  Guiseppe will truly be missed.
I spent a lot of time at LaPiazza, I worked for Francesco when it first opened and then I got to work for Giuseppe later, got the pleasure of getting to know the family. 
God just bring your angels down to ease some of the pain of what they are going threw, Amen.

October 18, 2021

It is with great sadness that I extend my deepest condolences to your family. It was a privilege to know him. He was a kind and gentle soul who will be missed. Peace and hope for all of your family.

October 17, 2021

condoglianze alla famiglia Gambino.
 
 Giovanni &Jessica Armetta

October 17, 2021

I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. It is so difficult to understand and process why we have to go through such hard times. Joe was someone who I always remember smiling and joking, especially with his Uncle. I send my thoughts and prayers for the entire family. May God’s living arms hold you and give you strength. 

October 17, 2021

Nichole and family. So sorry for your loss. Rich and Phyllis Keister

October 17, 2021

Nichole and family. So sorry for your loss

October 17, 2021

Sad to hear about your loss may God give you and your family peace and comfort at this time .

October 17, 2021

So very sorry. He was such a kind man always smiling and funny! Even on our busy days at LP he stop and ask ” are you ok, do you need anything”. Always a joy to come in and see him at LP. God speed!. It’s never goodbye it’s until we meet again 🙏🙌 God bless you and your family. 

October 17, 2021

Gambino Family,
As a former employee of LP, I have nothing but fond memories of Giuseppe. I was one of the original employees…working there when the bar was a 5 stool tiki bar. Giuseppe always welcomed me back over the summers and after college graduation, despite my sub-par multi-tasking skills as a server. I remember him as being soft spoken with a sense of humor. My heart breaks for Giuseppe and all who love him. May he rest in peace. 
Sincere Condolences,
Danielle (Martin) Gerlach

October 17, 2021

My sincerest condolences to Nicole their children his parents and brother. He’ll be greatly missed.

October 17, 2021

So sorry for your loss, prayers for your family.
cindy danz

October 16, 2021

So very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the arms of family and friends with God guiding you during this sorrowful time. May you find peace knowing he’s no longer hurting. BK

October 16, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gambino family and pray God comforts them at this time.  He will be missed by all who came in contact with him and his love for his family.  Rest In Peace Giuseppe.
 
cindy santiago

October 16, 2021

I will always remember Giuseppe as kind, funny, and having the biggest smile of all the cousins.  My deepest condolences to the whole family and the community that lost a good man.  
Angelo Mazzamuto

October 16, 2021

What a heartwrenching loss. Only the  Grace of God bring his family through this tragedy. 
J. Mancini 

October 16, 2021

As many have said his smile and personality always shined through. Nicole may God place you and your family in his loving arms and comfort you each and everyday ahead. Prayers of peace and love. 
S.H.

October 16, 2021

I’m so sorry for the Gambino families loss of a loved one. He was a very nice man. I just had talked to him about football on Sunday. My heart breaks for all his family, friends, staff, etc. If there is anything anybody can do please reach out and Lititz community has pulled together for others in their time of need and would again. RIP Guiseppe. Your family, friends & staff will have a good support system to get them through the tough days ahead. My prayers and love go out to you all!! I love LaPiazza. 
Dina M Keller

October 16, 2021

Condolences to the Gambino family.
Joe Gebhard

October 16, 2021

To the family of Giuseppe.  It is with a heavy heart that I share with you my sincerest condolences.   I remember him when my late wife and I often visited La Piazza for a hearty and delicious Italian meal.  He always greeted us with his big smile and a warm welcome.  I will always remember the times we enjoyed our meals and sparkling conversations with Giuseppe and Nicole.   Please accept my thoughts and prayers.  
Louis Crivaro

October 16, 2021

Sorry for your loss 🙏
Giuseppe Di Maggio

October 16, 2021

TO THE FAMILY , Our Prayers are with you during this time of loss. May you sense God  ‘s loving hand and comforted .  With Deppest Sympaththy ,      JILL  AND  TOM OEHME 

October 16, 2021

Nicole,We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.   Dan and Carol Fuller 

October 16, 2021

Giuseppe.  Our hearts are broken. We love you and miss you! Dave Fry, Laura, Angela, Derek, Morgan and Bryan, and Mickenzie.

October 16, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss.
Broken Halos plays over and over in my mind. I heard that song there at the restaurant the day after my grandsons burial, also suicide. My heart goes out to you all. I am so sorry.”Folded wings that used to fly
They’ve all gone wherever they goBroken halos that used to shine
We’re not meant to know the answersThey belong to the by and by”
I am so sorry, may you find peace and forgiveness. With loving and caring thoughts to you all. 
LT

October 15, 2021

Sentite condoglianze alla famiglia Gambino, che Dio vi assista in questo momento della vostra vita, il cordoglio e l’è parole di conforto di nostro signore vi possino aiutare a trovare la forza di andare avanti.Distinti saluti dalla famiglia, Salvatore & Tiziana Amato 

October 15, 2021

I am so very very sorry for your loss. We considered Guiseppe a real friend over the past 20 years. You have our condolences and are in our prayers.  Ted and Carol Maurer

October 15, 2021

My Sincere condolences to the family
Anthony Fiorello

October 15, 2021

Le nostre più sentite condoglianze a tutta la famiglia!
Marcello and Daniela Mannino

October 15, 2021

Nicole and the rest of the Gambino family,
I was extremely saddened to hear about the unexpected loss of Giuseppe, a loving husband, a proud father of Mia and Luca and an extremely hard working man. Please accept my sincere condolences to all of your family . I pray that god may give all of you strength to overcome this immense loss. I will always cherish talking to him about many things. May he Rest In Peace.Giuseppe Lancellotti 

October 15, 2021

It was just 4 days ago we were talking about life & reminiscing about our younger years.  I was so glad to reconnect with you & was looking forward to hanging out with our families.  Praying for your entire family and I am completely shocked at the world losing such a great kind hearted man.  See ya again my friend…
Brandon Edgerton

October 15, 2021

I am so sorry..Friends grieve with you all..I pray family finds comfort and peace. Donna Shaak( the shrimp lady)

October 15, 2021

Condolences to his family n friends  🙏😢
Salvatore Gallina

October 15, 2021

So sorry for your loss , our thoughts are with you and your family .. God bless . 
Maureen and Erin

October 15, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
wishing you good health and strength as you honor the memories and love Giuseppe had for all of you!
With sincere condolences and love,
Karen Rubenstein 

October 15, 2021

He will be missed deeply, always made customers feel at home, enjoyed his smile and was such a caring man. Rest in peace.
Barbara Finefrock

October 15, 2021

We are so so sorry for your loss. This was tradgic for us to hear. We hope you find peace in this time of need. Giuseppe will be missed very very much by us. We simply are at a loss for words as I’m sure many are. He was a great person and always greeted us with an outgoing personality and full of love!! He will be sadly missed. 
Anthony and ERIN from florys

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