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FRANK COLLELO Obituary


FRANK JOSEPH
COLLELO, 67
Sears

LAKELAND - Frank Joseph Collelo, 67, found peace with God on Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at the age of 67.
He was preceded in death by his mom, Rose Collelo. Survivors include his dad, Vince Collelo; 4 brothers; beloved wife, Toni Collelo; loving father to his daughters: Amanda (Jeremy) and Kimberly; step-daughters, Antionika, Antionessa, DeCara and Alexis; sponsored daughter, Bernadette, through Compassion International; much loved grandpa to Marky; his little buddy; William, Gio and Jasmine; several nieces, nephews and other family.
Frank will be fondly remembered for his love of his family and his devotion to the Green Bay Packers. Frank retired from Sears in 2013 and took up the hobby of fishing. He loved volunteering his time to his church, Free Life Chapel, and to helping Toni with the Girl Scouts. Frank will remain in our hearts and will forever be missed.
Visitation will be at the Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home (3350 Mall Hill Drive) on Monday, March 9, 2015, from 10-11am, with services at 11am. Interment to follow at Serenity Gardens.
Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home at Serenity Gardens in charge of local arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Ledger from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2015.

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Rick Hollingsworth

December 28, 2015

The best friend I ever had so sorry I did not know we spoke when I got of the hospital in January and I kept sending you e-mails until I saw Kimmy post your gravestone on Christmas morning it was a shock. I sent you one last e-mail yesterday my friend and I know that you will see it. Rest in Peace and we will meet again.

Diane Collelo - Paskey

March 10, 2015

Our prayers are with Amanda, Kim and Toni and family at this very difficult time. Words can not express the spirit of kindness Frank gave with his humble heart.
We are thinking of You.

March 10, 2015

You will be missed by many and great have left many with memories.
Keith, Diane, Brandon and Christa Paskey

Steven & Teri Collelo

March 9, 2015

You will always be remembered for all the good things you have done for everyone. My heart goes out to the family. God Bless.

Kym Jarvis

March 9, 2015

My deepest sympathies are with Frank family in this difficult time. Frank made sure we knew we were appreciated and we are truly going to miss him. You always kept us laughing. Made sure we knew that the GreenBay Packers was the best football team ever. Please know that the Collelo family is in my prayers.

March 9, 2015

FROM THE GALLOWAY OAKS HOA PRESIDENT WE WERE SO SAD TO HERE THAT MR FRANK HAD GONE ON TO BE WITH THE LORD YOU WE NEW HE WAS BORN AGIAN TO THE FAMILY WE WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN PRAYER MR & MRS MACK GALLOWAY OAKS

Julie Linhart

March 8, 2015

Frank will always be in the hearts of his family. A beloved husband, father and grandfather, friend to all, a gentle soul. He will be missed.

Jessica and Vonnie Taylor

March 8, 2015

So sorry to hear of Franks death. My husband and I sat behind Toni and Frank last week at Free Life Chapel. It was so crystal clear to see the love of God, Toni and FLC that Frank had in his heart. A real man of God!
He truly will be missed.

Len and Margie Walls

March 8, 2015

Sure missed Frank at Free Life Chapel this Sunday morning. He is in a better place! Sending love and prayers to his dear wife and family.

David, Ann Walker

March 7, 2015

Frank will missed, loved being around him and Toni. Knew them both from girl scouts. Love you Frank.

Cynthia Jahnke

March 7, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Frank's
Death
I am glad he at least had a short retirement....now he is at peace

Altamese Blake

March 7, 2015

To my Friend, you taught us so much and made us laugh a lot. God gave you wit, wisdom, and a big heart you touched so many lives. I will miss you!

Sharon Collelo

March 7, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you. All my love. Mom

Kathleen Darlene Powell

March 7, 2015

We love you all. God is with you.

alina cancel

March 7, 2015

So sorry.

Randy "Cabbagehead" Schneider

March 7, 2015

Frank & I grew up together on Milwaukee"s southside. It's been over 60 years since we became best of friends. We didn"t keep in touch in later years but the memories are still very fresh in my mind. Gonna miss you buddy! Hope to see you again one day. Say Hi to your mom, Rose.

Shawn Teschendorf

March 6, 2015

May you rest in peace, and I send all my prayers time the collelo family and your extended family.....

roxane kontowski

March 6, 2015

Prayers are with the Collelo

Jacqueline Utz

March 6, 2015

You and your family are on the hearts of GS Troop #811. May you feel the peace that surpasses all understanding my friend. We love you!

Amanda Armentrout

March 6, 2015

Amanda, Kim and family I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great guy esp when he took me in. My thoughts n prayers are with you all during This time. Love you all

Maria Gallo.

March 6, 2015

Dear Toni. I, as one of many of your Girl Scout family, send my sympathies to you and your family. I did not know Frank but he shared you with us Girl Scouts and I understand he was a great GS supporter. I'm sorry I never got a chance to meet him.

Lindsey Griffin

March 6, 2015

Such a humble man. He was a sweet neighbor and we were blessed to know him. Heaven become more special as he entered the gates. May God bless his family with peace and understanding at this time.

Kimberly Collelo

March 6, 2015

My dad was the best father any girl could ask for. He was my best friend and such an amazing person. He loved making people laugh and helping others any way he could. I love and miss you more than words can express, Dad!

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