Francesco DeMaio, 89, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.  Born in Bracigliano, Province of Salerno, Italy, son of the late Agostino and Filomena (Moccia) DeMaio, he came to the United States over sixty-five years ago.  He lived in Springfield before moving to Agawam many years ago. Francesco worked as the owner of the former Frank's Auto Repair in West Springfield.  He enjoyed working on and repairing cars and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  His wife of sixty-seven years, Filomena (Albano) DeMaio died on February 11, 2024.  He leaves a son, Agostino "Frank" DeMaio of Feeding Hills, two daughters, Filomena "Nene" Garreffi of Boca Raton, Joann and her husband Peter Rigali of Agawam, his former daughter-in-law, Jennifer DeMaio, a brother, Ernesto DeMaio of Italy, three sisters, Assuntina "Tina" Albano of Feeding Hills, Giovanna Coppola and Giuseppina Campanella both of Italy, a sister-in-law, Antoinette Albano of Springfield, eight grandchildren, Victoria, Marisa, Francesco, Michael, Michael, Mario, Francesco, Nico, eight great-grandchildren, Francesca, Michael, Ariana, Nico, Carmela, Siena, Francesco, Giuliano and many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by a son-in-law, Michael Garreffi, a sister, Teresa Calienno and a brother, Giovanni DeMaio.  Calling hours are Sunday, December 29, 2024 from 1-3pm at the AGAWAM CURRAN JONES FUNERAL HOME, 745 Cooper Street followed by a Funeral Home Service at 3pm. The burial will be private.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Autism Research at www.autism.org. For online condolences, please visit www.curranjones.com