Manny DiFrangia, born 9/4/1950, passed away on July 19, 2018. Manny, son of Olga (Carnevale) and David DiFrangia, lived his entire life in Akron, Ohio.  He leaves behind his wife Ann; sons, Santino and Josef; his stepchildren, Sara (Victor) and Allan; grandchildren, Enrico, Aria, Luciano, and Gabriella; brother, Frank; and his dearest friend, Father Norman Douglas. He is also survived by cherished members of the Carnevale, DiFrangia and Laurella families.

Manny was a graduate of North High School and The University of Akron, where he obtained a Master's degree in Social Work.  He worked in the Akron area for over twenty-five years as a Chemical Dependency counselor.  He reached out to those suffering from addictions in his unique style, sharing his own story of recovery and journeying with them.

A time of remembrance and fellowship will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Monday, July 23, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 164 West Market Street, Akron.  A mass will follow at 11:00 am.  Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Those who wish to can make memorial donations in Manny's name to St. Vincent de Paul Parish Foundation, 164 West Market St., Akron, Ohio 44303.