Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

Ronald John Gizzi

07/18/2024

Mr. Ronald “Ron” John Gizzi, age 72, Telford, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, at his residence. Ron was born in upstate New York to the late Julius Giuseppe and Annemarie Gizzi but had made Tennessee his home for the past eighteen years.

Ron was a lifelong Master Auto Mechanic and duly certified in many venues. He owned and operated Ron’s Service Center in Altamont, NY for thirty years and upon retirement, he relocated to East Tennessee. After relocating to Tennessee, Ron began a new chapter of his life. He returned to his true passion of being a highly skilled mechanic and business owner. Ron owned and operated Auto Solutions in Limestone, TN. He loved his customers and always went above and beyond to provide the best service. He was more than a boss to those that worked for him. He was a mentor and a friend, always sharing his knowledge, wisdom and experience. He was a Corvair enthusiast and loved attending car shows, riding motorcycles and watching Motocross.

Ron was a member of the Corvair Society of America (CORSA); a member of the Limestone Ruritan Club and a member of the Johnson City Church of God.

Survivors include the love of his life and best friend, Lisa Pitt of Telford; son, Ronald Gizzi Jr (Wendy MacFaire) of New York; sisters, Florence Riley (James) of New York; Barbara Moriarty (John) of New York; granddaughter, Evangeline Gizzi; nephew, Jeffrey Hofmann (Melissa); nieces; Chelsea Davis, Michelle Moriarty; great nieces, Haley Hofmann, Macy Hofmann; many close friends and his beloved kitties, Stinky and Tommy Cat.

Funeral services will be conducted at 6:00 pm on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor C. Bryant Collins officiating.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Saturday prior to the services.

In lieu of flowers, please send donation to Limestone Ruritan, PO Box 6, Limestone, TN 37681.



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07/27/2024
Melissa Hofmann
We will miss Uncle Ron tremendously. The funeral service was very touching
07/24/2024
Vickie & Doug Sarmento
Lisa you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have known Ron for many years after he moved to Tennessee. He was such a wonderful person and friend. We will miss him very much.
07/24/2024
Lisa Stephenson
I'm so sorry to hear this. Ron was a great guy and went above and beyond for his customers. He was always so kind and knowledgeable. Prayers for the family
07/21/2024
Rick & Kathy
Lisa, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Prayers for peace and comfort from our Lord and Savior. To know Ron was such a blessing….. he will be missed by so many.
07/20/2024
Linda G Mayes
Peace to you Ron. Your life had purpose and I was glad to have known you. Your big smile will certainly be missed.
07/19/2024
Dennis and Roberto Zurawski
One less star shining. Although we didn't have enough time with him, he showed us what a kind and giving friend he was. We will miss him....

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