Anthony F. Maniscalco

Visitation will be 10 a.m. October 26th, 2021, at Blount and Curry Funeral Home at Garden of Memories, followed by Funeral Services and Burial at Garden of Memories.

Anthony was born in Ybor City Tampa, Florida to Benedetto and Mary Maniscalco on June 17th, 1952. He graduated from Hillsborough High School and attended the University of South Florida where he earned a BA degree in American History. He married Cathy Maniscalco on July 9th, 1983, in Tampa. He began his professional career as owner- operator of Maniscalco Cigar Company which he sold in 1985. He then went on to have a successful career in real estate and development.

A multitalented man with diverse business interests and skills, Anthony founded and operated MGSI, LLC as CEO until his death.

He was a member of the Italian Club and involved in Heartbeat International Foundation Inc.

Anthony is preceded in death by his father Benedetto, his mother Mary, and his sister Prudy. He is survived by his wife Cathy, his son Andrew, his son and daughter-in-law Stephen and Jeanette, grandchildren Mckenna and Enzo, and brother and sister-in-law Dr. Benedict S. Maniscalco and Bette Maniscalco. In addition, Anthony is survived by many adoring nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be sons, Stephen and Andrew, Godson and nephew, Michael, cousin Richard, and friends Robert and Ted.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to be made in Anthony’s honor to Heartbeat International Foundation, Inc., www.heartbeatsaveslives.org, 3225 South MacDill Ave., Suite 129-250, Tampa, FL 33629.

Anthony’s family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to all the healthcare workers that participated in his care.

The family extends their invitation to all guests to celebrate Anthony’s life after the Burial at Blount and Curry Funeral Home at the Garden of Memories chapel.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gardenofmemoriestampa.com for the Maniscalco family.