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Frank Giza Obituary
The son of Frank L. and Helen Wiesnewski Giza, he was born on April 11, 1930 in Goshen, N.Y. He was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran.
Frank was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, where he was a charter member of the Mt. Carmel Lay Council serving three years as its Trustee. He also helped organize the Mt. Carmel Polish dances and volunteered extensively for school fundraisers and events. He also volunteered extensively for Boy Scout Troop #61, lending a hand at numerous events and activities.
Frank was also a member of the Hudson Valley Polonaise Society where he was named Polish American Citizen of the Year for 2000-2001; 40-year member of the Benevolent Protection Order of the Elks #1097, Middletown; the Greenville V.F.W. #3175; American Legion Post #151, Middletown; The Mt. Hope Seniors, and the New York State Magistrates Association.
Survivors include: his beloved wife of 55 years, Josephine Shuback Giza, at home; two sons, Jeffrey Giza and wife, Joanne of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Dennis Giza of New York City; two grandchildren, Zachary and Abbey Giza of Cincinnati, Ohio; three sisters: Hattie Pieczontka, Dorothy Mabee and Jane Shuback, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son, Gary Giza; four brothers: Stephen, Myron, Edward and Barney Giza, and four sisters: Blanche Todd, Elizabeth Poloniak, Helen Ferris and Julie Pahucki.
Friends may call on Monday, December 3, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Cornelius, Dodd & Connell, Inc. Funeral Home, 26 Grove St., Middletown, NY 10940.
Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 4, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Euclid Ave. Ext., Middletown, N.Y. Burial will be at St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Pine Island, N.Y.
In memory of Frank and his son, Gary, memorial contributions may be made to The National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 32nd St., NY, NY 10016.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the T.S. Purta Funeral Home. To send a condolence online or for directions, please visit www.purtafuneralhome.com or 845-651-7711.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Frank Giza
kevin guilfoyle
December 21, 2007
Mrs Giza
My thoughts and prayers are with you
kevin guilfoyle
new bern n.c.
Victor & Doreen Paddock
December 16, 2007
Josie,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Frank was that special friend who
we thought would always be there
for us to talk to, not taking sides
but giving heartfelt advice.
We'll miss him. (does this mean
that we're not married anymore?)
Bless you, Josie
All our love, Doreen & Victor
Ginny and Gerd Wuersig
December 5, 2007
Dear Aunt Josie, Jeff, Joanne, Dennis, and children,
We are thinking of you during this very difficult time. May your love for Uncle Frank and the memories you have comfort you.
Love,
Cathie Miller
December 5, 2007
Dennis and family: Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Ken & Cathie Miller
EDWARD GOLEMBOSKI
December 3, 2007
JOSIE AND FAMILY; I AM DEEPLY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT FRANK'S PASSING. I WILL ALWAYS TREASURE HIS FRIENDSHIP AND HIS UNCANNY ABILITY TO MAKE Y0U SMILE. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND MAY FRANK REST IN PEACE.
Roger Phillips
December 3, 2007
I was sorry to learn of Frank's passing. He was indeed a good man and public servant. He was a good friend to my late brother, Ronnie.
Katherine Pason Finkle
December 2, 2007
Josie and fmily, So sorry to hear about Frank passing. We had some good times together. God's Peace be with you.
Al & Shiley Arraiz
December 2, 2007
Mrs. Giza. Our prays are with you and a good friend will be missed.
Lee & Carol Chaney
December 2, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Walt Seely
December 2, 2007
Josie,Hattie,Jane,Dorothy& & all- I was sorry to read of your loss.Frank was a good old Pine Island'er and a lifelong good friend. God Bless
Stephen & Marilyn Doty
December 2, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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