SPARANDEO, Giovanni, age 79, of , died on February 2, 2019. Born in Caccamo, Sicily-Italy, he lived there for 31 years settling in Garfield 48 years ago. He was a printer with Potomac Engraving in Lodi for 20 years retiring in 1990, a parishioner of Mt. Virgin Church in Garfield, and served 2 years in the Italian Army. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Antonina (nee Monteleone), a beloved son, Joseph Sparandeo and wife Lila, and two cherished grandchildren, Joseph and Michael Sparandeo. He is predeceased by his siblings, Carmelo, Giuseppe, Francesco, and Mimi Valentino. Visiting Tuesday 4 to 8 pm. The funeral is Wednesday, February 6, 2019, arriving at the Aloia Funeral Home at 10 am followed by a 11 am chapel service. Entombment St. Mary's Cemetery, Saddle Brook. In lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations for the American Heart Association. The Sparandeo family is in the care of the Aloia Funeral Home, 180 Harrison Ave., Garfield (973-340-7077). Condolences/Directions visit aloiafuneral.com