Richard Rosario Gentile, 62, of Tampa, FL, passed away, December 22, 2022. He was born September 25, 1960 in Hartford, CT, to Joseph and Delizia Gentile. Richard attended Admiral Farragut Academy and then graduated from Seminole High School. He was also a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church in Largo, FL. Richard owned and operated a shoe repair company in Tampa, FL. He was an avid cruiser, loved all things Disney, and a huge family man. Richard is preceded in death by his father, Joseph Gentile. He is survived by his mother, Delizia Gentile; fiancé, Nevena Amali; brother, Anthony (Susan) Gentile; sister, Joanne (Chip) Zocco; daughter, Brittany Hindes; grandchildren, Landon Gentile, Lauren Hindes, and Destiny Hindes; two nieces; two nephews; many cousins and friends. A visitation will be held, Wednesday, January 4, 2023 from 5pm to 7pm with a Prayer Service at 6pm, Serenity Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Rd., Largo, FL 33774. A Funeral Service will be held, Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 10am, Serenity Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Rd., Largo, FL 33774. Interment to follow at Serenity Gardens Memorial Park, Largo, FL.