John Frank Madiedo Jr.

, 65, a longtime resident of the Tampa Bay Area, passed away Friday, April 15th, 2016 with his family and friends by his side. John was born in Tampa, Florida on July 11th, 1950. He was predeceased by his mother Frances Madiedo and his father John Frank Madiedo, Sr. John is survived by his loving wife Debra Sue (34 years), his son Joseph Angelo, son Christopher Michael, and daughter Mary Stella, and his grandchildren Isabella, Johnathon and Arya. He is also survived by many other family members and close friends. Being a Tampa native, John attended St. Joseph's Catholic School before going to Jesuit and graduating from Berkely Prep. After receiving a scholarship to play baseball at Florida State University where he also earned an MBA in risk management. After working his way up in the insurance industry he opened the doors to his agency with his wife Debbie in 1983. He became an insurance industry leader while focusing on public livery and taxicabs. As a Tampa businessman and native he remained active in the community by serving as part of various organizations donating his time and focus to whoever needed it. He was a former Baron and King of the Krewe of Sant 'Yago. He served many years on the board at the Italian Club of Tampa. Like his father he was also a member of the West Tampa Optimist Club. He stayed an active alumni of FSU by joining the Seminole Boosters as a Golden Chief. He donated his time to many catholic organizations throughout his life as well. He worked to help St. Joseph's Catholic school stay alive and continue to be a place where kids can get a religious education. He is an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. More important than all of the things he was involved with was the time he put towards his friends and family. He devoted his life to making sure everyone around him was happy. He was usually a bright spot in any room he was in and could make anyone feel like a close friend or family. He had an infectious sense of humor and always smiled in any situation. A visitation will be held on Monday April 18 from 5-8 p.m. with a rosary service held at 7 p.m. at Blount and Curry FH (605 S. MacDill Ave, Tampa, FL 33609). A Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (509 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602) on Tuesday April 19 at 2 p.m.