Franco Spadafora, Age 85 of Hicksville, New York, passed June 30, 2020. Franco was born to Giovanni and Saveria, in Cosenza, Italy. Beloved husband to Nilda, they celebrated 56 years of marriage. He leaves as his legacy 4 children: John Spadafora (Michelle), Diego Spadafora (Joanne), Saveria Peterkin (Bob), and Laura Spadafora. He also leaves to cherish his memory his sister Mafalda, and was predeceased by his siblings, Mario & Antonietta and his beloved grandson, Franco. Adored grandfather (Nonno) to Joey, Robert, Christopher, Samantha, PJ, Carly & James. Franco & Nilda migrated to America in 1973, living in East New York and later in Woodhaven until moving to Hicksville in 1997. Franco was a mason for Local 79 until he retired and was passionate about his family, his culture and his garden! He will be missed by all who knew him.

The family asks that donations be made in Franco Spadafora’s name to the Nassau Suffolk Chapter of the Autism Society of America at: https://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/nsasa/nsasa or to donate by mail, mail your check payable to: Nassau Suffolk ASA, PO Box 7472, Wantagh, NY 11793