DeCarlo, Fiorvante, (Fred) age 85, of St. Petersburg, Fl., on July 17, 2018. The old-time Italian Knife Sharper's wheel has stopped! Fred DeCarlo has passed away. Born and raised in Palisades Park, NJ 10/25/32 by parents Antonio & Rose. A Beloved husband to loyal wife Janet always at his side, Father to adoring sons Darren, Fred & Tony. A Beloved brother to sisters Angela, May, Lucy, Ben (Dominick), Nicholas, Visidor. A Beloved grandfather to Samantha and the late Joey DeCarlo. Uncle to Nikki Russo, the DeCarlo's, Taffano's, Melillo's, Ginnintonio's. A kind and loyal friend to many, Joe, George, Ostuni, Nick DeCarlo, Arty and countless others. A helpful man to family, extended family, and friends. A man of great integrity, honesty and of course hard work! A world traveler with his beloved wife Janet who encouraged him to see the world (although he protested). Heralded by the NYTimes often as the "NYC Neighborhood Knife Sharpener" and many other publications. Served honorably during the Korean War era, returning to Great Bear Spring Water as a sales/deliveryman, real estate salesman, and knife sharpener. Never afraid to take a risk, and always willing to share his wisdom.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to his late grandson's charity: https://joeyscharityfund.org/donate

The family will receive their friends on Sunday 3-5 & 7-9 PM at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street “opposite the Fort Lee Library.” The funeral will leave Monday at 9:30 AM for the celebration of his funeral mass in St. Nicholas R.C. Church at 10:00 AM. For condolences, directions, or information call (201) 944-0100 or www.frankpatti.com