Giovanni "Gio" Dones Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

On Monday, November 19th 2018, Giovanni Richard Dones passed away in his Nashville, TN apartment from causes related to his epilepsy at the age of 25. Giovanni, or Gio, born March 10, 1993 in Springfield, MA, is survived by his mother, Annie Cordero, and his stepfather Jose Cordero; grandmother Andree Charest; grandfather Felipe Dones; his four siblings, Daniel Dones and his fiance’ Darcie Casineau, his children, Hallie, Lucie, and Brady. Angelica Dones and her husband, Cameron Murray; Melanie Bourque and her husband Stephen, their 2 children, Emma and Sophia; and Adrian Dones. Gio is preceded in death by his father, Felix Dones Jr, and his grandmother Maria Dones, as well as his grandfather Guilmond Charest. It is a sad truth we must all face. For each laugh Gio was good for, there were 4 people who were touched by his beautiful persona. His energy warmed many of us, and we thrived on his passion for life. As it hurts to make this announcement, we are moved by such an immense show of respect and love for our Giovanni. ANYONE who felt the radiant soul-shine that is Giovanni Dones is invited to join his family as we mourn his departure, memorialize his endless love; and celebrate his being. Join us at: Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home 2707 Gallatin Road Nashville, TN 37216 Visitation will be from Noon - 2 PM. Funeral service will follow immediately at 2pm. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3:30 PM at the home of PJ Aaron: 1005 Merritt Street Old Hickory, TN 37138 at 3:30 PM

Giovanni "Gio" Dones

March 10, 1993 - November 19, 2018