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Frank Docimo Obituary

FRANK P. "HANK" DOCIMO, 81, of Stamford passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at Stamford Hospital after a short illness. He was born in Greenwich on May 21, 1930 to the late Michael and Margaret Infanti Docimo. Hank served in the US Army in the Korean War from 1952-1954 where he was assigned to the motor pool as a tank mechanic in the US and Germany. He was the owner of Avon Chevron for over thirty five years and faithfully served the Stamford community with his time and services to ensure that the citizens of north Stamford had adequate emergency medical services provided by the Stamford Ambulance Corp, Unit 99. He was currently employed by the Roton Point Association. He loved working around the house and the yard and also helping his family and grandchildren. One of Hank's greatest abilities was to befriend everyone he met. Hank is survived by his loving wife Jean Taylor Docimo of fifty nine years , his loving sons, Frank D. Docimo, Scott M. Docimo and Mark W. Docimo and his wife Donna . Also surviving are his loving grandchildren, Frank E. Docimo, Brian A, Docimo, Chris M. Docimo, Jeffrey J. Docimo, Taylor M. Docimo, Jennifer M. Docimo and Vincent G. Docimo; one brother Michael Docimo of Stamford and a sister Rose Curcio of CA. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his son Jeffrey "Jay" Docimo. A funeral procession will be leaving The Nicholas F. Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Myrtle Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902 at 10:15 AM on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 for a Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate his life at 10:30 AM at Sacred Heart RC Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford. Interment will follow at Fairfield Memorial Park, Oaklawn Avenue, Stamford. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 from 4:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Hank's memory to a charity of one's choice. A special thank you to the nurses at Stamford Hospital for their outstanding care and compassion for my husband and our father. To leave online condolences, please visit www.cognetta.com

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Published by The Advocate from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2012.

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February 1, 2012

Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. ~Author Unknown

Our deepest sympathy.
Nathan & Mavis central transport @ SH

Mary O'Connell & Family

February 1, 2012

To the Docimo Family -

I am so sad to hear of the passing of your husband and father! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tim Block

January 31, 2012

To the Docimo family,

On behalf of the Block family (formerly of Stamford), please know that are thoughts are with you in your time of loss. We hope you are comforted by the prayers and kind commnents of your friends.

Although we knew Hank as a master at his trade at Avon Chevron, it was in his other roles as co-worker, employer, and friend, that you really appreciated the man. At work, Hank never asked anyone to do anything that he wouldn't or didn't do - Hank worked harder than anyone, And as a friend, he always had time for you.

Since we moved from Stamford, we've missed Hank and remembered him fondly. Although heaven is portrayed as as a place of rest, my hunch is that Hank will find a spot to chip in and lighten everyone else's load. God Bless.

The Block Family

John & Dawn Pelazza

January 29, 2012

To Frank and all of the Docimo Family, we were saddened by the loss of "Hank" and will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

January 29, 2012

To the Docimo Family, I am so sorry to hear of Hanks passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Ed Carlson

January 29, 2012

Hank was a good friend thru the years and he will be missed by all who knew him My condolenses to the family

Frank & Carol Ferretti

Dave Forlenzo

January 28, 2012

Frank and Family
I am sorry to hear about the loss of Hank. I have alot of fun memories of him from our days at wright tech, and Avon Chevron, he would always make us laugh and made us feel welcome. I know he will be missed by many. My thoughts are with you all.

Joseph Rotante

January 28, 2012

To the entire Docimo Family. Our sincere heartfelt condolences from the Rotante Family. Hank was a long time family friend, for many years Joe Sr. had the honor and priviledge of working with and for Hank. Also if a friend, or anyone for that matter, was in need Hank would be there day or night.
Sincerely,
Joseph P. Rotante & Family

Steve DeVito

January 28, 2012

Frank, Brian and family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Dad and Grandfather. I have fond memories of Hank when I was a very young man as a neighbor on Oaklawn Ave. He was a gentleman and friend in the ensuing years. I pray for him, for you and your family as you mourn your loss.

January 27, 2012

Dear Jean,

My deepest Sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
I hope time will ease your sorrow.

Barbara McInerney

Richard Fox

January 26, 2012

Jean and family; Sorry to hear of Hank's passing.My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family'

ToniAnn Grasso

January 25, 2012

My condolences to entire Docimo family.
I remember Mr.Docimo fondly and the big white horse in front when he owned the Avon Chevron station when I lived in North Stamford. Deepest sympathy.

January 25, 2012

Dear Jean and family: We are so sorry to hear about Hank's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerest condolences.

Al and Tess Pia and family
Shelton, CT

joe forte

January 25, 2012

my condolences to the Docimo family,i'm lucky to have worked and known hank all this years. you all are in my prayers.

Patty Horton

January 25, 2012

Dear Jean

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts go out to you at this time.

Kevin Cawley

January 25, 2012

My condolences to the Docimo family. I had the privilege of working with Hank at Roton Point for the past 3 summers. He was a hard worker as well as a kind man. He will be missed, and I am sorry for your loss.

Lisa Sestito

January 24, 2012

Mrs Docimo and the Docimo Family.... I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Mr Docimo/Hank was a great man and I always enjoyed seeing him puttering around the yard. He will be greatly missed.

Marisa/Ernie LaRocca

January 24, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Matt/Jeff LaRocca

January 24, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May happy memories bring you peace. Hank was a very kind man and will be truly missed
Jeff and Matt LaRocca

January 24, 2012

Dear Mrs.Docimo,Frank,Scott,Mark & Family,
Our sincere condolences to you on the passing of your husband/father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and may your good memories help you through this difficult time.
Kim Perrin & Renee DeBartolomeo Perrin

Tony Zvon

January 24, 2012

Mark and Docimo Family
My sincere condolences on the passing of Hank..My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Rich Carroll

January 24, 2012

Mark , Donna and the Docimo family.
We are sorry for the loss of your father and hope your good memories help youy through your loss.

The Carroll's

January 24, 2012

Dear Frankie and Family -

So sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Randy and Andra Compolattaro

Brian Docimo

January 24, 2012

My grandfather was unlike any other person
that I have ever meet in my life. One of the most important things that I learned from my grandfather was to have a good work ethic, as I knew that being almost 60 years older than me I still would never be able to keep up with him.

My grandfather also taught me about kindness and generosity, to every person that he ever encountered in his life, he would never have anything bad to say about
anyone. As people we learn from experiences and watching others, growing up I learned from experiences and watching my grandfather hoping to pass along the same kindness and generosity to others that he did.

My grandfather an honest man, a caring man, a loving man I will miss so much grandpa love Brian.

January 24, 2012

Dear Frank and family , we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bill and Jane Avalos

Kevin and Kim Cooke

January 24, 2012

Jean, Frank, Scott and Mark-

Sorry to hear about Hank's passing. May you all cherish the awesome memories of him as a prince of a guy...and a loving husband and dad!

All of our thoughts are with you all during this trying time.

Kevin and Kim Cooke

January 24, 2012

We will always remember Hank as an anchor of Lindsey Ave. Our thoughts and prayers are go out to the Docimo family. Beltown Boys (Stamford, CT)

Jen Docimo

January 23, 2012

My Grandfather was the sweetest person I have ever met. I am so thankful that I got to see him so often. Everyone who knew him, knew that he always had a big smile on his face. Love you lots Grandpa, you will be dearly missed.
Love, Jen.

January 23, 2012

Dear Mrs. Docimo & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Our sincere condolence.

JoAnne & Nicole Remling

Kay Rose

January 23, 2012

Dear Jean and Family,

My sympathies are with you. Hank was a good man and will be remembered by many. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Rob Ekstowicz

January 23, 2012

To Jean, Frank,Scott and Mark and the Docimo family,Our deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and dad.We will keep him in our thoughts and prayers... With our sympathy to all, Rob&Dolores Ekstowicz

Rosemarie Blosio

January 23, 2012

Dear Jean and Family

I am truly sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Sincerely, Rosemarie Blosio
(Sterling 9 holer)

Frank Docimo

January 23, 2012

God saw you getting tired,
When a cure was not to be.
So He wrapped his arms around you,
and whispered, "come to me."
You didn't deserve what you went through,
So He gave you rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best
And when I saw you sleeping,
So peaceful and free from pain
I could not wish you back
To suffer that again.

Love Always from your son Frank

Mickey & Mickey Munrow

January 23, 2012

To the Docimo family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories bring you comfort at this time.

January 23, 2012

Dear Jeannie,
so sorry to hear about Hankie, he was a dear friend to all of the Douglas family,especially to my dad. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Love
Sharon and Artie Davis

Randy Reynolds

January 23, 2012

To the Docimo family, our sincere condolences on the passing of Hank. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Docimo family at this difficult time. He was a wonderful neighbor, easy to speak to and was always a pleasure to chat while working around the house.

Randy and Nancy Reynolds

January 23, 2012

Uncle Hank was a good and gentle man. I believe that he has always been a huge inspiration to my husband Ron, who also worked the hardest at everything he ever did, just like Uncle Hank, whom he respected and looked up to, as did everyone who knew him. May he now finally get some rest, in the arms of Jesus.
Family, be comforted In His Love, Sherry Lombardo

Lucille Grasso

January 23, 2012

I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to all the Docimo family. I have fond memories of stopping at the gas station and filling up for my treks to VT with all my kids. Sincerest condolences to you, Jean.
Most fondly,
Lucille Grasso

January 23, 2012

To Scott, Jean and the whole family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We remember Mr. Docimo (Hank) with a big smile on his face at the ballroom competitions cheering Mark on, and also at Mike and Sis's house where there was always a gathering! I'm going back over 30 years ago and it seems like yesterday! Those were wonderful memmories! So sorry to here about his passing he really was a good man.

Our condolences,
Doreen Coppola Thompson and
Skeets Coppola

Bill & Rachele Ligi

January 23, 2012

We are so sad to hear of Hank's passing. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile on face! He always took the time to talk to us when he was working in the yard and we will miss our neighbor. Your family is in our prayers.

Bruno Giordano

January 23, 2012

tO jEAN AND FAMILY: sINCEREST CONDOLENCES FROM A FELLOW kOREAN VETERAN AND FORMER mAYOR OF sTAMFORD -- WHO STOPPED FREQUENTLY AT hANK'S STATION. Hank ALWAYS GREETED US WITH A SMILE AND GOOD WORD. hE LEFT US ALWAYS WITH A GOOD FEELING. hE WILL BE MISSED BY US ALL. Bruno Giordan0. Mayor (1967- 1969)

Mark Roche

January 23, 2012

Frank and the Docimo Family,
My sincere condolences on the passing of Hank. God bless him and may he rest in peace.

Lisa (Grasso) Munrow

January 23, 2012

My sincere condolences to the entire Docimo family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

John Cross

January 23, 2012

I had the privilege to work with Hank at Roton Point since he joined us many years ago. He was an amazing man that always brightened your day. His work ethic is one that was unmatched and is an example of what everyone should do every time they go to work.

Heaven is a better place today because Hank is now there. I will miss him and Roton Point has lost a treasure.

Hank and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.

PS. Hank be sure to take 5 every once in a while.

Sincerely,
John Cross

Debbie Corrente

January 23, 2012

Hi Jean & family, Sorry to hear about Hank. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Kelly Davis-Kellner

January 23, 2012

Dear Jean,

So sorry to hear about the passing of Hank. He was a wonderful man and a great neighbor. I will miss our little chats when I would see him cutting the grass or washing the car. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Alfred & Margaret Uva

January 23, 2012

My condolences to the Docimo family. Hank was a longtime friend. Whenever my car needed to be repaired I could rely on Hank. Goodbye my friend!

January 23, 2012

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, HIS QUALITIES ARE IN YOU - MOVE THEM FORWARD ! -ROB MARTINO

January 23, 2012

Dear Docimo Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing Hank working in the yard when I went to visit my daughter Kelly and my grandchildren who live in the house next door. Hank would give a big wave and smile. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Judy Lunney

Kim Gerbert

January 23, 2012

Jean & family,
I am so sorry to hear of Hank's passing My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

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