Eugene Paul Mignogna

Eugene “Geno” Paul Mignogna lived 97 fabulous years before deciding to take his final bow. He passed away after a short battle with his health—though let’s be honest, he was winning the health game his whole life. Geno was the guy who loved a good workout, a hard day’s work, and a hole-in-one or two (he’d want you to know about those) and if you ever golfed with him, you probably lost.

Born in Portage, PA to Joseph and Amorosa Mignogna he grew up with a strong Italian heritage and in his adult life married and moved to Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. He served his country in World War II, after 35 years at Ford Motor Company, he retired and lived a life many admired and aspired to have. Up until the very end, he always had enough energy to out-joke everyone in the room. His advice usually came with a twist: he’d say, “I’m not gonna tell you what to do, but…”—and then tell you exactly what to do. His jokes, stories, and one-liners will never be matched .

Geno lovingly cared for his wife Anna after her stroke until her passing. He was then blessed to share many years of laughter, love, and companionship with his dear friend Dottie Montgomery. He is preceded in death by Anna, his daughter Eugenia, his parents, his siblings, and his step-grandson. He is survived by his sister-in-law Clara Mignogna; his daughter Susan and son-in-law Ray Sole; his grandchildren Lauren, Merideth, Emma, Erica, Nate, and Josh; and his grandson in laws’ Terry, Jared, and Tony. He also leaves behind his three great-grandchildren, Noa, Eli, and Asa, who affectionately called him “GG”—one of his most treasured titles.

He was famous for reminding everyone that he was “the second-best husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather”—with everyone else tied for first. If you laughed, he’d laugh louder. If you cried, he’d tell a story so funny you’d forget why.

Private family services will be held. Not because we don’t want to celebrate him loudly, but because he made it very clear: Nothing big or, he’ll haunt us. Consider this your official apology.

Geno lived life with grit, love, and punchlines. And while 97 years might seem like plenty, it was nowhere near enough for those lucky enough to have the “second-best” dad, grandpa, GG, and friend—when everyone else tied for first.  Arrangements entrusted to Adams Mason Funeral Home (330) 535-9186