A memorial service will be held for the beloved owner of an Italian restaurant. 

Manio Philippo Loia, who was at the helm of Eataliano in Hamilton, sadly passed away in Italy on July 25.

Following the tragic news, the restaurant temporarily closed until last Thursday, August 8m and a funeral was held for Manio in Italy.

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Now, there will be a memorial service for those who knew and loved Manio to pay their respects and celebrate him.

All friends, family, colleagues and more are welcome. 

A service will be held at 11am on Tuesday, August 27 at St Athanasius in Carluke.

Guests are then invited to have some light refreshments at Dalziel Park Hotel in Motherwell.

No flowers have been requested, and any donations will be given to St Andrew's Hospice. 

After the sad news of Manio's passing was revealed to customers and followers, tributes flooded in.

One person said: "Very sad news. Can’t even begin to think what you are all experiencing just now- especially the family."

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Another wrote: "Couldn't have met a nicer guy."

A former employee added: "Always treasured the things I learnt whilst working for Manio and the restaurant."

Another said: "Manio was such a character, always a fun time when he was around."