Thomas Aiello, Jr., 84, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023.

Born in Bronx, NY, he was the son of the late Thomas John and Louise Pelleteri Aiello. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Aiello. Mr. Aiello was the owner and operator of the Franklin Gemstone and Jewelry Warehouse.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Diane Adams Aiello; four children, Gigi Turner of Aiken, SC; Thomas Aiello III of Hastings, FL, Christopher Aiello of Aiken, SC, and Amy Brink of Franklin, NC; two sisters, Loretta Silverstein of Palm Beach, FL, and Carol Dorsette of Pompano, FL; ten grandchildren; and twenty-three great grandchildren. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

No services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Alliance Church.

Online condolences can be left at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.