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Frank RUSSO Obituary

RUSSO, Frank 82, passed away Friday, November 9, 2012, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 1, 1930 at Trelles Clinic in Ybor City to Rosario and Domenica Russo. He was preceded in death by his brothers, John and Vincent Russo. Frank worked at Schlitz Brewery, Pabst and now Yuengling until his retirement in 1987. After his retirement Frank was actively involved with his son at Hometown News and Cigars. He was a mason and a member of Universal Lodge #178, F & AM. Frank loved and lived for his family - he was a wonderful loving husband, exceptional father and grandfather and uncle. Frank leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Elizabeth Violet (Guastella) Russo; his son, R. Frank Russo; his daughter, Rosaree Skidmore (Pat); two grandsons that he adored, Patrick II and Andrew; his brother-in-law, John Guastella (Cam); sister-in-law, Grace Guastella; several loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loving family members and friends. A special thanks to Sheriff David Gee, and all of his friends at the Hillsborough County Sheriff's office for all their years of caring and special friendship. Masonic Funeral Services will be held on Thursday morning, November 15, at 11 o'clock from the chapel of JGR Funeral Home, 6718 N. Armenia Ave., with entombment to follow in Sunset Memory Gardens. Pallbearers include: Patrick Skidmore, II, Andrew Skidmore, Henry McGrew, Lawrence Guastella, Terry Russo, Craig D'Amico, John Guastella, Louis DePhillips, and Wendell Collier. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, November 14, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the Funeral Home. Please send online condolences to: www.jgrfuneralhome.com .

Published by TBO.com on Nov. 11, 2012.
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On behalf of St. Stephen Catholic Church, my deepest sympathies to the Russo family. I had the privilege of visiting Mr. and Mrs. Russo on a weekly basis for the past 5 years. It was an honor to get to know Mr. Russo and my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. God Bless you all.

Guillermo Bambach

November 13, 2012

It was an honor to have known Mr. Russo, from my days of cutting his grass thru the days of working at Hometown Newsstand. Your family always treated me as if I were family and that meant alot to me. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Trent Lauf

November 13, 2012

Dear Cousin Frank. You will really be missed.I always looked forward to calling you on your birthday, especially since we were born exactly 2 mos.apart, and even tho we didn't live near we always managed to keep in touch.I know your loving family will never forget you as I won't either. You were a wonderful cousin. Love, Katie

November 12, 2012

Frank and Family. You are in my prayers at this time of your loss. You have his memories to cherish. My deepest sympathy Mary & Garry Cline Englewood Tn (formerly of Brandon Fl)

Mary Cline

November 12, 2012

Frank And Family. My deepest sympathy and you are in my prayers. You have all the good memories and know that your father and husband is at peace now. Mary & Garry Cline Englewood Tn (formerly of Brandon)

November 12, 2012

Rest in peace Frank

Leonard Kaczmarek

November 11, 2012

Clifford Lumia

November 11, 2012

Mr Russo you will be missed. I'll never forget the long black cigars and the friendly personality. Our love to the Family.

A.J. and Beth White

November 11, 2012

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