Frank Smyth

SMYTH
Frank Ambrose, of Hoboken, NJ, passed away suddenly on March 31, 2014.
He was 60 years old.
Frank is survived by Susan McLaughlin Smyth, his five children and two sons-in-law; Danielle Smyth Stiles and Morgan Stiles, Christie Smyth DiStefano and Doug DiStefano, Caitlin Smyth, Tara Smyth, Timothy Smyth; and by his five grandchildren; Dylan, Connor, Logan, William and Chloe. Frank took immense pride in his children and their many accomplishments.
Frank was born in Manhattan on November 11, 1953 and raised in The Bronx. As a native son of The Bronx, Frank graduated from St John's Kingsbridge Grammar School, All Hallows High School, and Manhattan College.
Frank was an outstanding athlete, excelling at track at All Hallows. In high school, he played football for the Bronx Spartans. He came to the attention of Manhattan's legendary football coach, Larry Kelly, and was recruited as a running back. Frank captained the 1974 Jasper team demonstrating the leadership that would be evident throughout his life. During his working career Frank returned to his running roots and competed in many road races, including multiple New York City and Boston marathons.
Frank will be remembered as a man of remarkable generosity, loyalty, and selflessness - and at times, a devilish sense of humor. He had a wide circle of friends who knew that spending time with Frank would bring a smile to their faces. Frank was always willing to assist friends and family, at any time, for any reason. He embodied the best compliment that could be paid to a man in The Bronx, for he was known as a stand up guy.
Frank was predeceased by his parents, Frank Smyth (Co. Cork) and Mary (O'Donnell) Smyth (Co. Leitrim). In addition to his children and grandchildren, Frank leaves his cherished brother Pat and sister-in-law Eileen along with his nephew Michael Smyth and niece Colleen Smyth Orth. He leaves many loving cousins and his adoring nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Frank's life will be held at Failla Memorial Home in Hoboken, NJ from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Wednesday April 2nd. The Mass will be held at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church at 10 AM on Thursday, April 3rd.Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. Valet parking is available in rear of memorial home off Sixth Street.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to All Hallows High School, 111 East 164th Street, Bronx, NY 10452will be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted in Failla Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030.