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Dore Hennessy posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Always thinking about you dad... Xoxo ❤️
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irene caroline Gallaer posted a condolence
Saturday, September 12, 2020
i heard about your loss last year and was unable to attend the funeral frank will always be remembered in my heart for the parties him and sue hosted what i can remember of them anyway, good natured tolerant dedicated family man marrying into the gallaer family is not easy and frank was a success with his lot in life many fond memories of the gang out at frank and susans home peace irene gallaer hi to all
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Frankie posted a condolence
Friday, August 28, 2020
Happy 75th Birthday Dad. Although I am no longer in N.Y. and can’t visit you regularly at the cemetery I visit and talk to you in my thoughts. We are doing our best down here in this crazy world and know you are watching over us. We are all helping Mom out to prepare her for her home sale and move. She has a brand new beautiful home in a great neighborhood waiting for her all because of your hard work and sacrifice all the years you worked. Please say hi to everyone up there from us especially Joe West and Kenny Morrell. Love and miss you very much. Happy Birthday. Love, your buddy Frank
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Sunday, February 2, 2020
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Frank Rathgeber uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
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Frank Rathgeber uploaded photo(s)
Monday, July 8, 2019
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I miss you dad.
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Thursday, June 13, 2019
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Thursday, June 13, 2019
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Frank Curran posted a condolence
Monday, May 6, 2019
Francis Xavier, I was deeply saddened to learn of your sudden passing. You were always so full of life. Playin pool at the Sunset Grill .... bloody Mary’s by the fire at Condoville ....racing to the parking lot for a beer from the cooler in between runs down the mountain. Every time it snows I think of those memories with a smile. Thank you for inviting me into your life. Rest In Peace my friend. FX
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Regina Mignano lit a candle
Sunday, May 5, 2019
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CJ O'Grady Winter posted a condolence
Sunday, May 5, 2019
When I was young I remembered that I would like to brag about my cool Uncle Frank; whom was quite a good looking fellow. But I would never tell him for fear of a swelled head. Lol This was just before Frank and Susan got engaged.
As Glen and Colleen stated earlier that between shucking the shrimp every single Christmas Eve to all the fireworks, BBQs, or any excuse being a great reason to stop in. There was never a dull moment on Wayside. I believe that because Frank always seemed to have an (Open Door Policy), where any of us family or friends could just stop in anytime for any reason.
Thanks for passing down a really great policy.
He loved to remind me every year to have a Merry Christman, my omission of any word with an S in it. He seemed delighted that I still called him Uncle Wacky which suited him well. I will treasure our memories, with stories about the antics on Wayside or being in Frank’s van for FL trips and water parks, and now you can listen in now and forever know how much love everyone had for you sweet brother, husband, father, grandfather, Uncle, friend.
FRANK=FUN
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Nancy Maseng posted a condolence
Sunday, May 5, 2019
Dear Susan and family,
I just heard the news tonight, Saturday the 4th. I am so saddened to read this . Our sincere condolences . I am know Frank's heart was with you all always so I am sure you are all missing him tonight. So many thoughts and memories come to mind , it's hard to know where to begin. Our deepest sympathies to you Susan and your children and grandchildren. I know he loved you all so much.
Love,
Nancy and John
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Lonnie and Jacqueline Patton lit a candle
Saturday, May 4, 2019
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My uncle Frankie!! Always treated as one of his kids, and always had fireworks ready for me every Fourth of July. You were always so happy and everytime I seen you asked if me and dad would come to cabin as if my dad aka Frans Clammer could ski. You gave him that nickname and we watched everytime he fell down skiing you busted his balls because he would light a cigarette. We always talk about you and never will stop.. love ya big guy, Rest In Peace.
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Rick & Sue LaMacchia posted a condolence
Saturday, May 4, 2019
What can I say about my dear friend Frank (Moe) as we use to call each other since High school, I will miss that . Frank was my loyal friend, Best man at our wedding. He was my Skiing and Fishing Buddy. I will miss him greatly.
He was a good man who was loyal to his wife, family and friends. Frank loved his country and served with Integrity & Honor in the Navy. I was honored to have served with him and will cherish all our stories we told each other.
We always stayed in touch thru the years and were fortunate to have been able to take a few trips with Frank & Sue. They were great times and good memories.
Sue & I will miss your jokes and laughter my dear friend. Until we meet again, Moe. God Bless you, Sue and your family. Our prayers will be with you always.
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Frankie Rathgeber posted a condolence
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Where do I start? So many great memories we all shared as a family like vacations to Florida and Stowe (Condoville), 4th of July parties, Christmas Eve celebrations, or just being at home. There are way too many to mention. I would be writing for days.
After leaving for a long trip to Florida in the station wagon we would ask you and mom “are we there yet?” and we were only in Jersey. I would ask you if we were on Georgia Road. That road through that state lasted forever. When we finally got to Florida during one of those trips you and cousin Glenn got in a debate because he thought Prince was a better dancer than Michael Jackson. We always took your side. Those trips were so much fun. Every time I watch the movie “Vacation” I think of you Dad.
Years ago our thing we did together was cut wood with a chain saw. I would hold the wood and you would cut it. After working for a while you would take a beer break and give me a small sip. You told me that’s what working men do together. I still think about the times you would let me climb to the top of your shoulders and jump into a 4 foot pool. Amazingly I never got hurt. Remember I was helping you take down Christmas lights with cousin Jimmy? Jimmy wrapped the lights up in a big tangled ball in his hand instead of using his whole arm. We laughed so much and still talk about it.
You and Mom always loved having friends and family around. You never gave me and the girls a hard time when we wanted to bring our friends to Stowe. The more the better. Eventually you would do the inviting. Rachael and Ralph spent half their winters there. You did a great job teaching me to ski, I never got a lesson from anyone else.
15 Wayside Lane was the place to be during the holidays. Especially the 4th of July and Christmas. We would shoot off fireworks for hours. The Pattons sure enjoyed it because they didn’t have to bring any. You always took care of it. We only started one fire in the tree that we quickly put out. Santa Claus was always so generous to us. The girls and I couldn’t wait to line up on the stairs for a picture while looking at the den floor covered with gifts under our huge tree. Theresa and I do the same now with Tyler and Jake. It took us hours to open the gifts.
The countless things I’ve learned from you and mom while growing up have made me a great person, father, and husband today. Work hard, always be a good person, and to take care of your family. Theresa and I instill the same values into our boys. It has made us a very tight family where we could talk about anything. I will cherish all the great memories we ALL shared together. You will be missed by all. I love and miss you more than you know and wish we had more time together. I will see you again one day where we could talk about the old memories and make new ones. Please say hi to everyone up there.
Love your pal, Frankie.
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Rick & Sue LaMacchia uploaded photo(s)
Friday, May 3, 2019
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Jake Rathgeber posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
To my Pa,
From my soul to your soul I love you very much!!!!! I’m sure you can hear me when I say nice things about you. I will always remember when you would tickle my neck while telling me to look at the spider above my head. We had so many great memories like when I acted like you in Stowe while playing charades. Everybody laughed!!!! You will be missed by all of the grandkids. ⛷
I love you so much
Love always Jake
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Bobby posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
I love you so much pa❤️. We all miss you and love you. I don’t know why you had to go so soon.
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Dore’ lit a candle
Friday, May 3, 2019
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I miss you Dad ❤️
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Lisa Caselles posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
As you read all the loving memories of Uncle Frank, one thing is very clear – he was a very special person to so many people in different ways. He had a special soul that was able to look into the souls of others and see what they needed and become that. He could be a father figure, a friend, a mentor, a co-conspirator. He could be anything. He had the innate ability to determine what someone needed and fill that role. He was a true people person and he was intuitive in simply knowing what people needed. What more could a human being hope to be? The lives he touched, the stories shared here, are his loving legacy.
I didn’t realize how special Uncle Frank was until I became older. As a very anxious child, his exuberance made me more than a little nervous. His constant game of Got You Last with my brother made my stomach hurt. I just knew my mother would yell out “Frank Stop!” and my father would try to back out of the driveway as Uncle Frank climbed into the car to get my brother last. Then my brother would run out of the car to get him back. And my mother would sigh. Loudly. I can look back on it now and really see the supreme joy uncle and nephew shared during that game. Now it makes me smile. And cry a little.
Uncle Frank was a fun family man, a loyal friend, a peace maker, a loving uncle and cousin, a faithful son, a dedicated husband, and a loving father and grandfather. We all have special memories of Uncle Frank and the role in our lives that only he could fill.
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Toni Rosa and Larry Trumino lit a candle
Friday, May 3, 2019
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This candle is for you Frank you are with God now and he will take care of you forever.
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Toni Rosa and Larry Trumino posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
To all of you I am so sorry for your loss he was a wonderful man and we will miss him forever.
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Katie McKnight posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I am So sorry to wake to this news today. May he Rest In Peace and now never know pain again.
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Dan and Wendy McKenna posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Ilene Jackowitz posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
Dawn, Frank, Dana, Dori and family,
I am so, so sorry for your loss! You have an amazing family. I have such wonderful memories of your whole family as a child and as we all grew up! Your Dad will live in your hearts forever! Hold each other tight and smile knowing all of you have your very own angle watching over all of you and your families,
Much Love,
Ilene (Bram) Jackowitz
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James Gallaer posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
Uncle Frank,
You were a godsend in my life. Ever since I can remember, I couldn't wait to see you. When you guys would come out to our house for a party, I was so excited to see my cousins but also my incredible aunt and uncle. I knew once you arrived, the fun was about to start.
I will cherish our time together playing got you last, you throwing the tennis ball 100 miles in the air for Frankie and I to try and catch, watching the Homeymooners and Seinfeld in Condoville, scat games and so much more.
Everyone you touched is a better person for having known you. You built a tremendous family with Aunt Sue and I couldn't be more proud to be a small part of it.
Uncle Frank-You are my hero, my buddy and I am going to miss you terribly. Although we are all sad here, I know our family and friends upstairs are excited to welcome the Master of Ceremonies into the fold. Keep doing you thing up there making people laugh and being a great man and I will see you on the other side.
Love,
Nephew #2
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Rachael posted a condolence
Friday, May 3, 2019
Big Frank...you'll never know how much you're gonna be missed!! All the countless vacations, holidays and birthdays will never be forgotten!! You we like a father to me...you taught me how to ski and I taught my children. I'll never forget Condoville, the verital blizzard, 4th of July parties, Christmas eve's when Poppa Rob and Mary got lit up, getting stuck at the train tracks, roadies and a million more memories. I could go on and on. You always made me smile!! May you rest in peace Big Frank! The Boccio's love u and will forever miss u!!!!
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Bobby West posted a condolence
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Dad we miss you and will forever live within us all! You provided your children and your grandchildren with love, knowledge and comedy. You always loved to make everyone laugh and have a great time! Thanks for being a one of a kind father in law....We love and miss you
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Dave Gallaer posted a condolence
Thursday, May 2, 2019
I have so many fond memories of Frank at Condoville and skiing at Stowe with my boys, Alex and Bryan. I can still hear him yelling at me for taking him down Nosedive and Midway....RIP Chicken legs aka Moe.
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Thursday, May 2, 2019
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Frank, Pop, Ted, Glen and Terry in the background.
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Barry Weisselberg posted a condolence
Thursday, May 2, 2019
I can’t believe that I am writing this - Mr R- was like my second father growing up - He taught me and Frankie things that I still remember to this day . Before we got our licenses he always told us when crossing the street to always look left right then left again - when we started driving he always told us treen doesn’t always mean go . He was so happy when he got his flobee he wouldn’t spend money on haircuts anymore !
I remember all the times we hung out with Mr R and his friends from the phone company - the stories were amazing and hilarious. Our trips to Stowe we’re some of my best memories growing up . I can go on and on . He was a great man a great husband and a great father . To say he will be missed is an understatement
Rest In Peace Big R..
Love
Barry ..
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Glen O’Grady posted a condolence
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Frankie was not just my uncle - he was also my friend. I have to say that there was not any one person that was more fun to be around than him. Trips to Stowe with family and friends were certainly the most memorable occasions, but just plain old visits to Wayside always turned out to be a blast. Dana, Frank IV, Dawn and Dore were - and still are great cousins and Jimmy wasn’t all that bad either (although I still think I was uncle Frankie’s favorite nephew). Aunt Susan put up with all of the antics that we could throw at her - I think she actually enjoyed them;) Rest in peace Uncle Frankie. I love you and will see you on the other side.
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Colleen O’Grady Cabey posted a condolence
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Uncle Frank you were always the life of the party and I’m sure you will also be in heaven. I remember: All the shrimp you made us kids peel for every party, which we all looked forward to attending every time you threw one. I was there when you proposed to Aunt Susan and I’ll never forget the joy in your face and voice. Aunt Susan and cousins, I am so sorry for your loss. My husband Jim and I are praying for you all.
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