Benjamin F. Fraboni

FRABONI, Benjamin F.
Age 75, of Cayuta, NY, and a snowbird of Zephyrhills, FL, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 2, 2007. He was the son of the late Leo H. Fraboni and Elizabeth Fraboni Reed. Ben is predeceased by his sisters, Roma Cunningham and Mary Fraboni; son, James L. Maphis; and brother-in-law, Leslie Boyce. He is survived by his wife, Shirley M. Fraboni of 37 years; daughters, Evelyn (Richard) Fletcher of Greenville, OH, Janice (Frank) Konier of Williamsburg, VA, Cindy Lou (Mark) Scott of Nicholson, PA, Michelle Crom of Jacksonville, NC, Carlotta (Ronald Jr.) Wilson of Alpine, NY, and Renee (Mark) Hust of Whitney Point, NY; 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; brothers, Leo J. (Emily) Fraboni of Scott, LA, Anthony J. (Sharon) Fraboni of Elmira, NY, James W. (Connie) Fraboni of Riverview, FL, Kenneth (Ruth) Fraboni of Milton, PA, and Richard M. (Virginia) Fraboni of Montour Falls, NY; sisters, Jean (Francis) Parker of Montour Falls, NY, and Helene Fraboni of Tonawanda, NY; brothers-in-law, Elwood (Judy) Boyce of Manassas, VA, Fred (Julie) Boyce of Cayuta, NY, and Charles Boyce of Millport, NY; several nieces and nephews. Ben was employed by AKZO Salt for 45 years. He served in the US Army Reserves for 44 years. He loved all sports, NASCAR races, outdoor activities including camping and most of all Air Shows. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Vedder and Scott Funeral Home, 122 No. Genesee St., Montour Falls, NY, on Thursday, December 6, 2007, from 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m. His funeral service will be held there following visitation. Interment in Montour Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Flowers are acceptable or those wishing may contribute to the American Cancer Society, 1316 College Ave., Elmira, NY 14901; or to the Alzheimer's Association Rochester Chapter, 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620, in his name.