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FRANZETTA THOMAS P.
Of Blackridge, age 71, on Friday, August 15, 2014. Beloved husband of Audrey (Koger) Franzetta for 50 years; loving father of Joseph Franzetta (Tiffany Paige) of Los Angeles and Amy Seketa of Camillus, NY; dear grandfather of Benjamin and Tommy Seketa; brother of Carol Barbarino of Pittsburgh and Marilyn Patterson of Cary, NC. Tom attended Penn State University and was retired from a career in Automotive Sales and Management. He was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Steelers and Penn State fan and he thoroughly enjoyed golfing with his buddies at Yough Country Club. But above all else, Tom was devoted to his family whom he loved deeply. He was a proud and grateful husband, father and "Papa". There will not be a visitation. Friends are welcome to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Maurice Church, Forest Hills on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m., followed by inurnment in Good Shepherd Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association, 444 Liberty Ave., Suite 1300, Pgh., PA 15222 (www.heart.org), or American Parkinson's Disease, 490 W. North Ave., Pgh., PA 15212 (www.apdaparkinson.org), or FosterCats, Inc., P.O. Box 23414, Pgh., PA 15222 (www.fostercat.org). Arrangements by PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, East Pittsburgh, 412-824-8800.
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August 22, 2014
Thomas Prickett
Audrey, so saddened to learn of your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you.
August 21, 2014
Dear Audrey and family, so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My prayers for comfort are with you. God bless.
Joe Heiser and family (bny)
August 21, 2014
Dear Audrey & Family: Was sadden to read about Tommy,s death. Sorry we did not make it to the mass. Tommy as well as you and all the family were in our prayers. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Cousin Phyllis & Tony
August 18, 2014
No matter what the age, it is sad to lose a family member. My cousin Tom(my) and I spent a lot of time together, being kids, when we were youngsters. The last time I saw him was at our uncle's (Ralph) funeral in Homewood. My best wishes to Audrey and to Bootsie and Marilyn.
Gene Palombo
August 18, 2014
So sorry to hear about Tom's death. What a great guy! We went to the Sixth Grade Dance together. My husband Bill, Tom, and I all went to school together. We have fond memories of Tom...Patricia (Patty) Scharbo/Barefoot.
August 18, 2014
Dear Audrey And Family I'm so sorry to hear of Toms passing my thoughts and prayers our with you at this difficult time.Ed O'Donnell
August 18, 2014
TCU Staff Magee Hospital
We all had the pleasure of knowing Tom the short time he was here and meeting his wonderful family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
August 18, 2014
Denise Bilinski
Audrey,
It has been many years since I have seen you or Tom but I still have fond memories of him from the old Cochran days. Please accept my deepest sympathy and I apologize for not being able to attend mass- I have to work. I had to miss a day last week for my 40 year old nephew's funeral.
August 17, 2014
Susan Petrunya
Dear Audrey,
So sorry to hear that Tom passed away. Peter and I have fond memories of Tom from holiday outings at Ben and Bunny's home. We will keep you in our prayers.
Yours
Pete and Sue Petrunya
August 17, 2014
Dear Audrey, Joe and Amy,
We were saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Please know that you have our deepest sympathy. We will always remember Tom as a generous and fun loving neighbor who seemed to gravitate to the center of attention. We hope that the memories of your life together will sustain you at this time.
Sincerely,
Bev and Rege Rocco
August 17, 2014
Dear Audrey,
Tom was a kind and generous man, a person who responded when the call went out. He went beyond all expectations to help a young couple (us) get to my Mom's house after our car was stolen. An uncommon man was Tom.
We in Blackridge were so privileged to have him, and you, as our neighbors. Don't hesitate to call on us, now, Audrey.
With much love,
Larry Kingsley and Diane Law
August 17, 2014
American Heart Association
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
August 17, 2014
Dear Audrey, I was so sorry to hear that Tom had passed away. I hope your memories will get you through this tough time. He was a great person and a long time friend. Angie Bliss
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