Angelo Michael Bianchi

Angelo Michael Bianchi, 84, passed away at Mercy Hospice in Johnston on May 12, 2021.

Angelo was born September 10, 1936, in Grimes to Giulio and Linda Bianchi. He graduated from Dowling Catholic High School. Angelo met the love of his life, Elsie Ferrari, while working at an insurance company. They were married on April 23, 1960. As a young couple, they enjoyed drive-in movies and fishing at Lake Ponderosa. He served in the United States Army and retired from the Fort Des Moines Army Reserve Center where he had worked for many years. Angelo enjoyed gardening and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal and Iowa Hawkeye fan. He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church.

Angelo is survived by his children, Rick (Janet) Bianchi, Kathy (Sue Davis) Bianchi and Karen (Amy Wickliff) Bianchi; grandsons, Anthony and Dominic; great-grandson, Liam; brothers, David (Dixie) Bianchi and Gary (Karen) Bianchi; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Elsie; and his parents.

The family will greet friends Monday, May 17, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with the Rosary recited at 8:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 18th at the funeral home. Angelo will be laid to rest with military honors at Glendale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Mercy Hospice in Johnston in loving memory of Angelo.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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