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Frank Nigro Obituary
Frankie was an avid golfer, and tremendous UNC sports fan, but most of all he was a devoted father who was always actively involved with his children, especially supporting their sporting activities.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Donna Mulik Nigro of the home; his two beloved children; son, Cole James Nigro; and daughter, Carly Renee Nigro both of the home; his brother, Doug Nigro and wife, Debby of Sanford; and his sister, Joan Grote and husband, Steve of Montana.
A funeral mass will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church, 5801 Falls of the Neuse Rd. Raleigh.
The family will receive friends at the church following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to an educational fund to be established for Cole and Carly Nigro, c/o; James David Mulik, 6300 Battlefield Dr. Raleigh, NC 27612.
Arrangements by Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Raleigh.
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Kirven Slade
May 26, 2010
I just heard about Frankie. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, especially his wife and children. We had so many laughs together during high school and at SCC. God Bless you.
Michelle Demyan
May 22, 2010
Many blessings and prayers for his wife, children, and family for such a time as this....
Fonda Talbert
May 19, 2010
There were many great friends in the Class of 1980 and Frankie was one. We are blessed by all the great memories of Frankie, no one can take those away. My thoughts and prayers to the Nigro family.
Constance Jackson-Mack
May 19, 2010
It is with much sadness for all who knew Frankie that I write this message, because he was truely a friend and blessing to all who knew him. I have not seen him much since high school, Class of 1980, but I sure remember what a wonderful person he was to all. My heart goes out to his famil., Know that God will see you through the tough times. Keep the Faith. God bless you all.
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Ann Schnedl Peery
May 19, 2010
Even though I hadn't seen Frankie in so many years, thoughts of him from the past were always happy and memorable ones. God has a special place for him...we will all cherish the memories...
Jan Andrews
May 19, 2010
I haven't seen Frankie in years, but as I look at his picture my mind goes back to PHS and the class of 1980. He will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with his family and I know God will give you strength to make it through this sad time. God Bless!
charlie engle
May 19, 2010
I never saw Frankie again after high school but I have vivid memories of laughing very hard with him. He was a good friend and a wonderful classmate. Please accept my sincere condolences.
May 11, 2010
Frankie was a good friend to me when I lived in Southern Pines. My heart felt sympathy goes out to his family. He will be missed by many.
Tricia Beck Ocean Isle NC
Denise Cox
May 11, 2010
I went to school with Frankie at Southern Pines. He was an awesome friend My thoughts and prayers are with you.
MARS STOUT & Staff
May 11, 2010
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
Connie Carroll
May 11, 2010
May the Peace which comes from memories shared, comfort each of you now and the days ahead. Special prayers go to each one of you.
Monica Dalton Edwards
May 11, 2010
Donna & Family,
Thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of loss. Stay strong in your faith and remember all of the laughter & good times that Frankie brought you. He was always the life of the party for the Class of 80.
Angel Thomas Helsley
May 10, 2010
Frankie was a special, unique person, and I will always treasure the friendship we had. Thinking of you with sympathy and the hope that time will bring comfort to you and your family.
O'Korn Family
May 10, 2010
Donna, Cole and Carley,
We are thinking about you and we are so sorry about your loss. May God bring all of you comfort during this difficult time. Dan, Jennifer, Jackson and Scottie O'Korn
May 10, 2010
Donna, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, if I can be of any help please let me know, I am just around the corner. Vicky Byrd
Christina Carpenter
May 10, 2010
Dear Cousin Donna,
My heart is bleeding for you and your beloved children. I remember your husband as a kind soul who loved his family very much. God be with you. You are in our prayers.
Love, Cousin Christina (Malicci) Carpenter and Family
Terry Ray Jeffries
May 10, 2010
I am truly thankful that I had the opportunity to know Frankie during our years of school. What a dynamic person. He will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
John West
May 10, 2010
Please know that you have my sincere and heartfelt condolences. Know, too, that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pinecrest Hight School Class of 1980
Jerome Harrison
May 10, 2010
Donna, my condolences to you and your family. I pray God will give you the strength to get through this.
Denise Burbank
May 10, 2010
Frank was not only a co-worker, he was my friend. I will truly miss Frank . . . and my heart goes out to his family in this great time of sorrow.
Denise Whitley
May 10, 2010
From junior high and high school, Frankie (as we called him then) was such a sweet, happy guy. I am so very sorry for this tragic loss to your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Vincent Gordon
May 10, 2010
It is indeed a pleasure and honor to have known Frankie for over 30 years. He was a true friend and brought happiness to all he met regardless of background or circumstanes which was the center of his character. Frankie will be truly missed especially as he was part of the 1980 Pinecrest family of graduates.
Evelyn Roberto
May 10, 2010
I pray that you find comfort in these words, knowing how much Frank was loved by all. My deepest condolences. He will be dearly missed.
David Sinclair
May 10, 2010
I am terribly saddened to hear this news. Even though I haven't seen Frankie much since high school, I always enjoyed talking to him. He was a good man. He will be missed. I know that he is in a better place. My sympathy goes out to his family. You are in my prayers. May God give you strength in the days ahead.
Gary Hall
May 10, 2010
I knew Frankie since our days at Southern Pines Middle. So sad. His family will be in our Prayers. RIP my Friend.
Donald Kelly
May 10, 2010
Donna,
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Yvonne and I are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. You are in our Prayers.
Don and Yvonne Kelly
John Peeler
May 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Betty White Peterson
May 10, 2010
Frankie is a dear part of the many wonderful memories of growing up in Southern Pines. Love and prayers to all of his family and friends. May God wrap His loving arm around all of us as we grieve the passing of such a sweet guy.
May 10, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Nigro family. Many thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lisa Stell, Raleigh, NC
Chris Petty
May 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Nigro family. I had many great times with Frankie in high school.
Scott Allen
May 10, 2010
Frankie was a good person and a great friend who will be missed very much.
My Love, Thoughts and Prayers are with Donna and the childern.
R.I.P. my dear friend and GOD SPEED!
Anne Field Suther
May 10, 2010
Unfortunately I had not seen Frankie since High School but love this picture of him. He always had such a great smile! My heart goes out to your family..will continue to keep you in my thoughts & prayers!
Gregg Flynt
May 9, 2010
We had some good times at Sandhills.. Frankie was one of my favorites during my time there.. My condolences to all the people he touched and especially his family.. I can honestly say I hurt when I heard the news of his passing..
Jill Ortman-Fouse
May 9, 2010
Donna,my dear friend, my heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my thoughts.
Deb Slack Wallace
May 9, 2010
May God watch over your family and help them through this time of sadness. Frankie has and will always be that special person who touched so many of our hearts. I'm not crying for you because I know you are where we all want to be someday...I'm crying for us because we are going to miss you my friend.
Mary Kay Kelso Reynolds
May 9, 2010
Was very sad to hear the news about Frank! Our prayers and thoughts are with all his family and friends! We went to the same high school!
Our class of 1980 has lost a great friend! Many blessings- Class of 1980 Pinecrest High School
Dusty Rhoades
May 9, 2010
Thanks for all the laughs, Frankie. May your story always be told.
Mike Antle
May 9, 2010
My thoughts and Prayers are with the Nigro Family. God Bless.
May 9, 2010
Sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with your family Myrtle Teal Aberdeen N.C. friend of mother Doris Nigro, Sister Joan, Brother Doug and Debbie.
May 9, 2010
We are deeply saddened by your great loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Frankie and all of you. Madeline and John
Timothy Eckersley
May 9, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Lisa Okusko
May 9, 2010
Many laughs,good times and now tears for you my friend! May God watch over your wife and children until you may see them again. So many of us will miss you..
Mark Niewald
May 9, 2010
Terrible sorry for your loss. frankie was a good person. we had many good times at pinecrest high. sorry
Mike & Carol Huggins
May 9, 2010
Our hearts are broken at the passing of our friend, Frankie. Is it just me, or is the sky a little "Carolina Blue"' today?
Nancy Hudson
May 9, 2010
I had known Frankie since middle school, we use to ride the same bus & were in the same graduating class. He was always a really nice guy, he'll be truly missed. My sympathy & prayers goes out to his entire family.
May 9, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Paul F. & June S. Campbell
Raleigh NC
Andrew LoBue
May 9, 2010
Seems like yesterday we were either studying together, living together, working together, or playing together. Rest in Peace my friend ... we will all miss you. Thank you for being YOU!!
Your Friend Always
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