Johnny A. Melaragni Jr., of Livonia, was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 12, 1960 to John and Alice Melaragni. He was one of 3 children. Johnny passed away suddenly on November 7, 2023 while vacationing in Italy, at the age of 63.
Johnny was the beloved brother of Michael (Ingrid) Melaragni, and Betty (Dennis) DeSantis. Fun-loving uncle of Michelle (Roger) Briggs, Stephen (Andrea) Melaragni, Christina (Marco) DelPizzo, Julia (Rob) Considine, Natalie (Andrew) Anschuetz, Phillip (Nicole) DeSantis. Dear great uncle of ten great nieces and nephews.
Johnny had his own business as a machinist. He was working on a new adventure as a Gunsmith. He satisfied his lifelong dream of traveling to Italy to find his family's original property in Cassino, and he was brave enough to go by himself . He enjoyed the history, the ruins, the art, and architecture. He made many friends on his final trip and enjoyed his time there. Johnny will also be missed by many lifelong friends, some dating back to highschool.
Johnny's family will receive friends for a visitation on Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 2pm -8pm at Harry J. Will Funeral Home 37000 Six Mile, Livonia, MI 48152.
His life will be celebrated with a 9:30am Mass on Monday, December 4, 2023 at St. Aidan Catholic Church 17500 Farmington Rd., Livonia, MI 48152. Visiting at church will begin at 9:00am.
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