Donald John Biondi
June 25, 1952 ~ July 4, 2024
Born in: Sharon, Pennsylvania
Donald John Biondi, 72, of Franklin passed away on July 4, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside with family by his side.
Born on June 25, 1952 in Sharon, PA, he was the son of the late Arthur and Eleanor (Mainardi) Biondi.
Don was a graduate of Venango Catholic High School and then went on to Edinboro University to obtain his Bachelor's in Manufacturing Management. He worked as the manufacturing manager at Joy Global until his retirement.
He was a faithful member of the Victory Heights United Brethren Church. He enjoyed playing guitar and was often entertaining patrons at Bossa Nova. His favorite pass time was being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and mowing the lawn, but most of all, he loved spending time with his family.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, the former Linda Cauvel, whom he married on February 11, 2000, of Franklin; his children, Jason Biondi and his wife, Carrie, of Corry, PA, Daniel Biondi and his wife, Alicia, of Charlotte, NC, Tina Biondi Phillips of Oil City, Justin Lineman and his wife, Lauren, of Royersford, PA, and Janyl Nesbitt and her husband, Adam, of Meadville; his grandchildren Troy, Trae, Tanner, Robyn, Tyler, Ainslee, Isabella, Chloe, Landry, Sawyer, and Harper Biondi, Ava Phillips, Bode Fichter, Alexander and Zachary Lineman, and Lochlan Nesbitt. He is further survived by his parents-in-law Pete and Patty Cauvel of Franklin; his sisters-in-law Lora Biondi of Spokane, WA, Kathy Russell and her husband, Brian, of Franklin, and Debbie Cauvel of Franklin.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Biondi.
Friends and family are invited to the Victory Heights United Brethren Church, 5978 US-322, Franklin, on Monday, July 8, 2024 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm with funeral services following the same day at the church at 1:00 pm with Pastor Chris Lewis officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made in Don's memory to the Victory Heights United Brethren Church, 5978 US-322, Franklin, PA 16323.
Arrangements are in the care of Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Don's Book of Memories online at www.WarrenFH.com.
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My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time.
I knew Don from our teenage years. He was a good friend. I am so sorry for your loss.
May your memories help with the pain of losing a good husband, father, grandfather and friend. May God Bless you.
I was so blessed to get to know Don playing piano with him at the coffee shop! Seemed like he had a fake book chart for every song ever written! Don was a true lover of music and his willingness to learn a new song at a moments notice was a gift 🎶🎵🎶🎵🎹✝️
Heartbroken. My kids and I have fond memories of Don and the guys at Bossa Nova. Picking the guitars, singing and razzing each other. I laughed at their banter so much. He was always such I kind guy and gave my musical son a positive impression to look up to. They had a great respect for each other that he will always carry with him. He made a difference in our lives through music and friendship. We will always remember him.
Always enjoyed listening to Don sing. He had a unique tone in his voice. May he Rest in Peace. You have our sympathy
Marty & Pam Wolbert
I knew Don from Joy. He was always smiling and especially with Linda. My sincere condolences and prayers go out to Linda and children. Sally Huff
It’s been a while since I last saw Don at Bossa Nova. He was always smiling and friendly. My sincere condolences to Linda and family at your loss.
Don was one of my best friends growing up in Franklin. We both attended St Pats and lived on Elk st. He was a dear friend and had a great family. His dad taught me how to shoot a pistol. I only got to see him occasionally after I went in the Army and would visit Franklin on leave. My sincere condolences to his family. I am saddened by his loss and will pray for him and his family
Joe Russell
To Linda and Family -I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Don. Prayers sent to all of you at this time of sorrow.
Tina, so very sorry to hear of your loss. You and the kids, take care.
Don was my friend. We worked together, played music together, and sometimes ran around together. He always put up with me with a patience and understanding that was unique to Don.
I will always remember him as a friend that would do anything for you and was always there when you needed him. I will miss him very much.
My name is Pam Swasta. I met Don through my husband Bob, Don was in our wedding in 2016. We did some music together at Independant living homes and jammed together from time to time. I will always have fond memories of our time spent together.
We were very sorry to read about the loss of your beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Although his passing will leave a void in your lives that will never be filled, we sincerely hope your happy memories will bring you a small measure of comfort and peace. Please know that our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy are with you now and in the difficult days that lie ahead.
Keith and Rosalyn Miller
Sorry to hear of Dons passing. It was always good to talk to him & Linda throughout the years
I met Don at Joy; we both worked in maintenance. While most guys had their “specialties,” Don was well-rounded and could do it all: electrical, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, etc. When the big layoff came I just goofed off the whole time; not Don. He took college courses that let him go from “union” to “management,” a big career step. I teased that he had gone to the dark side.
Don was always talking about his family while helping others with things they needed. He was the embodiment of a saying I have, “You don’t need a truck if you know someone who has one.” Sometimes he’d bring his truck AND the trailer, never accepting money for gas.
As a pianist, I played along with him at the coffee shop, his basement, my apartment, assisted-living places, etc. Also, I recruited him to be the Special Music at different churches in the area, and he was always willing to oblige.
His good sense of humor was always on display, and I memorialized that in several cartoons. Here’s one of them.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Although I only knew Don for a short time, he always brightened my day. It was an honor to care for him and call him my friend. Every time I put a “special band aid” on a patient, I’ll think of him.