Charles Peter Maniatis Sr., 64 of Deltona, FL passed away May 22, 2018. Chuck was born September 11, 1953 in Melrose Park, IL to Peter & Elaine Maniatis. Loving father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. He is survived by his daughter Melanie Nasso, son & his wife Chuck & Natalie Maniatis Jr., grandchildren Zoe & Sam Nasso and sister and brother-in-law Katherine & Louis Pastorello.

A Memorial Gathering and Service to celebrate and honor Chuck will be held Saturday, June 2nd at the DeGusipe Funeral Home located at 905 Laurel Ave Sanford, FL 32771. The gathering will begin at 1:30 PM with the service starting at 2:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served.

Chuck loved marine life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in honor of him be made to Marine Life Studies Research at www.marinelifestudies.org If you would prefer to send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Chuck please visit our Sympathy Store.

"The story of life is quicker than a wink of an eye. The story of love is hello & goodbye. Until we meet again" ~Jimi Hendrix

Arrangements are entrusted to DeGusipe Funeral Home and Crematory, 905 Laurel Avenue, Sanford, Florida 32751, 407-695-CARE(2273)