Name: Calling hours for FRANK MARINO POLESTRA
Start: 2017-08-21T13:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-08-21T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Duckett Funeral Home of J. S. Waterman

POLESTRA, Frank Marino 92, of Boston and formerly of Lexington, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017. Born June 28, 1925 in New York, he was the son of Rocco and Clementina (Scognamiglio) Polestra of Italy. Beloved husband of Marina DeVitis Polestra; devoted father of Marino (deceased), Antonio, Julia Poe and her husband Kerry; step-father of Giuseppe Federici, proud grandfather of Alexander, Margherita Morrow and her husband Brad and their daughters Lily and Elizabeth; loving brother-in-law of Roberto DeVitis, his wife Silvana and their son Francesco. Dr. Polestra was a research scientist for Avco Corp in the Apollo reentry program. He also held research positions for RCA and Poloroid. In 1969 he joined The Pioneer Group. There he founded Pioneer Capital Corp where he served as President and General Partner for 13 years. He subsequently founded Pioneer Venture Capital, and both founded and was Managing Director of Ascent Venture Partners for many years. Dr. Polestra held a Doctorate from Federico II University in Naples Italy and an M.S. and Ph.D. from Yale University, all degrees in physical chemistry. Calling hours will be held Monday, August 21, from 9-11 AM followed by a Memorial Service at 11 AM at the Duckett-J.S. Waterman & Sons Home of Memorial Tribute, 656 Boston Post Road (Route 20), SUDBURY. Burial will be in Italy. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Yale University Merit-Scoholarship and mailed to: Contribution Processing, Yale University, PO Box 2038, New Haven, CT 06521-2038.For additional information, tributes and guestbook please visit:

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for FRANK POLESTRA

9 Entries

Susan Bowser

August 22, 2017

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. i am just seeing this. So very sorry. I enjoyed meeting him very much ,he was a great guy.
-Susan Bowser, Andover Medical Dev. Group

Wen Huang

August 20, 2017

Frank was a generous supporter of the Boston Chamber Music Society and the BCMS Foundation, and a driving force on both's boards for many years. He was kind yet sharp and direct, and his comments on various subjects in meetings were always to the point and for the benefit of our organizations. We have fond and fun memories of Frank, and his impact is still apparent today. On behalf of the BCMS musicians, trustees, and staff, our sincerest condolences to Marina and the family.

Geoff Oblak

August 20, 2017

Very sorry to hear of Frank's passing. My sincere condolences to Marina and the rest of the family. Frank was both a mentor and a dear friend. He was one of the most fascinating individuals I've ever met, and I will forever cherish our time together. Frank's incredible legacy will live on as an inspiration to us all at Ascent Venture Partners

Lucio Mercurio

August 19, 2017

Dr Polestra will be greatly missed.He was a truly rare gentleman and a sincere friend.He,and his late wife,the forever missed and beloved Juanita,have been my American family for many decades,
and their friendship and guidance and protection have had a life changing impact on me.
My deepest condolances in this sad and painful moment to his children Antonio and Julia and his wife Marina.
Dearest Dr Polestra I shall miss you forever.

Lucio

Leigh Michl

August 18, 2017

My deepest condolences to Marina, Julia, Antonio and the whole family. Frank was a great man to whom I owe my entire career. I learned so, so much from Frank. Frank gave a great many people who had been passed over by others, like me, a chance - and for that I am eternally grateful. He truly made a positive difference in so many lives. I'll miss his fresh, independent, wise, and accurate views on many, many topics. He will always be in my thoughts and heart!

Larry Genovesi

August 17, 2017

Very sad to hear that Frank is gone. He had a very profound impact on my life. He was a great role model, a great analytic and great friend. I'm very lucky to have known him. My sincere condolences to his family.

Rest in peace my friend.

Mike Dexter-Smith

August 17, 2017

Such sad news - Frank was one of the first people to believe in me and while he could be difficult at times, was always there to help. My best wishes to all the family.

Silvana DE VITIS

August 17, 2017

Dear Marina, Giulia and Antonio, though far away we feel so near in sharing a deep grief for our common loss. We will all sadly miss Frank's bright mind and wisdom. A big hug to all
Silvana and Francesco

August 16, 2017

Dear Marina and Julie, as well as Antonio
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of grieving.. Your husband/father was an amazing man and has left you with many memories. Peace, Chaplain Carole Butler, Care Group Parmenter Hospice.

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