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Frank Ferrara Obituary

Ferrara, Frank E. Dr. DDS

Greece: Born in Rochester, NY in 1927. Frand was a Doctor of Dental Surgery and Orthodontics for over 50 years in Rochester. He was a Navy and Army Veteran. Died peacefully with family on the evening of September 14, 2013. Predeceased by parents, Richard and Angelina; brother, Jim; and wife of 46 years, Mary Ferrara. Survived by brothers, Richard and Joe; loving and grateful children; Sandra Petrone, Frank, Stephen, and Michael (Carrie). Grandchildren; Larry III (Meagan), Derek (Olga), Dan, Jessalyn (father Larry Petrone II); Christopher (mother Jennifer); Elizabeth and Emily (mother Ingrid). He also leaves a loving and devoted sweetheart of the last 14 years, Betty Annechino; extended family, Kathy Dickinson, Karen, Katie (Christopher) DiRaimondo, Irene and John Cignarale.

Friends are welcome to call Wednesday 4-8 PM at the DREIER-GILTNER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1717 Portland Ave. (at the corner of Portland and E, Ridge Rd.). Frank's Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday 11:30AM at St. Helen Church. Entombment White Haven Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed St. Helen's Church. To sign the family guestbook please visit www.giltnerfuneralhomes.com



Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Sep. 17 to Sep. 18, 2013.
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So sorry for your loss. I will always remember his happy smile.

ESTHER BICEK

September 20, 2013

We have lost a great Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Dad was a class act, kind to all, chivalrous and a true Gentlemen.
You led a life well worth living and one to be emulated by others. To you I raise your Vodka Martini in salute. I know there is one heck of a card game going on in Heaven right now. Well done Sir !
Larry Petrone

September 18, 2013

god blessed this man with a great smile and a great outgoing personality your smile will be missed

Peter Rivoli

September 18, 2013

My deepest sympathy to Frank, Steve, Mike, and Sandra. Frank was a great friend and always in a pleasant mood. I'll always remember our Tut's lunches once a week, the football game once a year before the Buffalo Bills' game, and a trip to Vegas was enhanced with the presence of Frank. I'm sure the Lord has a special place for Frank!
With deepest love, Mike

Michael Spinelli

September 18, 2013

Family and friends of Dr. Ferrara, my thoughts go out to you during this time. Dr. Ferrara was my dentist whom I adored as a young child coming to get my braces work done with. He was and will always be the best!

Jennie Pascarell

September 18, 2013

Mike & Frank & Family:
My prayers are with you.

Tony DeBartoli

September 18, 2013

To our beloved Sandra and family: May the Lord be with you all at this time. What a blessing you are to us. We are so sorry for your loss
but indeed you are each a wonderful testimony to the life of your precious Dad and Grandfather, Frank.
Love, Susan & Keith Pence
Adrian and Noah

September 17, 2013

Michael and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Dr. Ferrara was always so sweet and gentle when working on my teeth. I will always remember his big smile and great personality. My thoughts, prayers and love go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
Love, Kathy Privitera

Kathy Privitera

September 17, 2013

R.I.P Dr. Ferrara...He put my braces on when I was in high school back in 1994. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Carmen Soto

September 17, 2013

Frank and Family Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Leslie Figueroa

September 17, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to you all on the passing of Uncle Frank, one of my father's compari, from dental school. He was a man that liked to have fun, and I look back to with fond memories to getting together with your family when we all were younger! Dio benedica tutti voi e di ottima salute!

Charles and Nicole (wife) Bronte

September 17, 2013

Our loving prayers and thoughts for you Mike and your family. God bless you all.

Lidia Martone

September 17, 2013

Dr. Ferrara was my Orthodontist in 1973, at the age of 12. I lived on Tarwood Drive, his office was in the Medical Office building at the top of the street on Lyell Ave. He had a thriving practice and great girls that worked for him. My condolences go out to his family.

Susan K.

September 17, 2013

I pray that your faith sustain you all during this difficult time of grief.

Bonnie Gassett

September 17, 2013

Dear Sandra - My prayers, thoughts and sympathy go out to you and your family at this sad time. Keep those happy memories within your heart to have him with you always.

Sincerely,
Malora Zavaglia

September 17, 2013

We'll miss you Franklin

Katie and Chris DiRaimondo

September 17, 2013

A gentle loving cousin has passed on
I will always remember and miss a sincere friendly hug.
God bless
Frank will be missed

sam&fran Calandra

September 17, 2013

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