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Julie Keith
September 9, 2023
Always a gentleman and forever a wonderful host, Pappa will always be missed by those who loved him.
His restaurant in Clear Lake was wonderful. We had many happy times there. We hope we get to join him, and his beautiful wife, someday.
Love, Patrick and Julie Keith
Julie Keith
September 9, 2020
Pappa, we will miss you always. I remember how you made me feel special each time we came to the restaurant. I was greeted with a courtly continental kiss of the hand before we were seated.
Then, always a fond farewell before leaving.
You were always a gentleman, and a great restauranteur.
I wish you were still here with us, but the memories will always remain. Love always,
Pat and Julie Keith
Julie and Patrick Keith
September 9, 2019
Papa will always be remembered in our hearts. He was a kind and courtly gentlemen who loved his wife and daughters, as well as caring for his customers like they were family. Papa, you were one of a kind. We love you.
Craig Dalton
September 9, 2019
Miss ya pops...You would be sooooo proud of your baby girl as I am soooo proud of her as well She has been making the restaurant her own and it is so much fun and fresh to see her do it. Make sure you tell Momma I said hi...
Stephanie Wright
September 30, 2010
Dear Franca,
We are so saddened to hear about your dear father's passing. The last we spoke with you he was on his long road to recovery and we hoped that had continued.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. While you are absolutely never prepared to lose a parent we pray in time your sorrow will be replaced with a lifetime of cherished memories.
God Bless,
Stephanie and Bob Wright, Catherine and Fran
Craig Dalton
September 23, 2010
My experience with you guys for the time I worked with you was an experience that I will never forget. Love, Family and Dedication was the thread that wove through both your family and the restaurant. I miss you guys and always think about some fond memories of the SIsters Three! Franca will always be a sister I will never have. I love you for that Franca...keep your chin up. You and your sisters are truly blessed! Love Creighe (Isn't that how mama spelled it?) LOL CRAIG DALTON
Karen Corson
September 17, 2010
It was a pleasure working with Mr. Pignataro at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family.
Evelyn Wagner
September 16, 2010
Franca, your sisters and family. So sorry to hear about your dad. I know back in Dec. when he was in hospital and my husband Bobby there, we becaome acquainted and talked. My daughter Debra and I were there wishing your dad the best. It was touch and go for both of them. We lost the battle on the 15th. So glad you all had more time with your dad. Had asked Mickey Maddox several times how you all were doing. My best to all of you. Evelyn Wagner
Angelo & Sherry Cavallo
September 16, 2010
We are very sorry for the loss of your father. May God's peace be with the three of you. We will keep you in our prayers.
Michele Koch
September 16, 2010
Franca, Lina, and Nuccia, I am so sorry to hear about your dad...Deepest Condolences to you three. My italian family was a close friend to Franco and his wife. I remember like it was yesterday eating at Franco's everyweek w/ my mom, dad and sister when we were kids. It was a tradition for YEARS! We would run around the restaruant w/ Franco's girls! It was so much fun as a child. Great Man, Restaruant and Wonderful, Close Italian Family!
Lots of Love, Michelle Alberigo-Koch
Mary Frances Lopez
September 16, 2010
Dear Family, I met your father many years ago and have met Franca. Please accept my deepest condolences go to his daughters. God bless you all and may he rest in peace.
Bulent Rinaldi
September 15, 2010
I will miss real Sicilian man, one by one ,we are loosing our Sicilians in Houston. From siracusa
Zelda Bruner
September 15, 2010
I had the pleasure of taking care of "Papa" Pignataro. I looked forward to working with him as he always had a smile on his face. My deepest condolences go out to his daughters, he loved them so much. I will miss you "Papa."
Marcello Gonzalez
September 15, 2010
Franco was a strong man and gave his love to his family more than anyone can imagine. I am grateful to have been apart of his life for many years both professionally and personally. The family will miss their "Papa" at the restaurant but his spirit will live long with them and all of the wonderful people that shared his great big smile. His stories of back home and his family will always be cherished and honored in my mind. My thoughts and prayers are with girls and I will be here for you.
Marci VanDerKarr
September 15, 2010
I had the pleasure of meeting Papa eight years ago when my business partner and I began producing and performing dinner theatre at Franca’s Restaurant. From that point forward he effortlessly and lovingly made me feel like a part of his family. Each and every time I walked in the restaurant he would always greet me with “Bella, Bella, Bella” immediately followed by a big hug and kiss on the cheek. My favorite memory is listening to his wonderful tales and stories of living in Italy, serving in the Italian Army, meeting Mama, and what brought him to Texas. The Pignataro’s are the true definition of a loving, caring, and adoring family unit that always made him a very proud man. His legacy and presence will carry on within his three beautiful daughters and two grandsons. I love and miss you Papa, but will always carry you in my heart one of the greatest men I’ve ever met and admired. You are all in my thoughts and prayer now and forever.
David & Windi Compton
September 15, 2010
To Nuccia, Lina and Franca and Francesco, Domenico. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Franco lives on in all of you. Remember that we love and care about you. We will always be here for you.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. ~Author Unknown
September 15, 2010
Saddened by the news about Pappa. What a smile and great hugs he gave! We loved him and he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
"Do not fear for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you." Isaiah 41:10
The Hess Family: Jim & Pat, Chris & Jenni, Abigail & Luke, Tim & Gene.
Gail Carrington-Kunert
September 15, 2010
Dear Nuccia and Family, My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you.
Nick VanDerKarr
September 15, 2010
For only knowing Papa for about 7 years or so, I realized at first meeting how great of a man he was. His greatness continues on in his 3 beautiful daughters. Never have I met a family so caring and giving. I feel honored to have met him and to call the family my friends. My deepest sympathy is with you all, now and for our lifetimes
September 15, 2010
Papa was always so sweet and kind to all the patrons of Franca's, including myself and my husband. He was always at the restaurant, smiling and greeting his guests like old friends. We know he is with his wife now, and is well and happy once again. Our deepest sympathy to his daughters. We know how much they must miss him.
Patrick and Julie Keith
Hayes Funeral Home
September 15, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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