Francesco "Frank" Lizzi
Francesco "Frank" Lizzi
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Francesco Lizzi Obituary
Aug. 1, 1945 - Mar. 26, 2016
SOUTH BEND - Francesco “Frank” Lizzi, 70, passed away at 1:35 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2016 in his residence surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Frank was born on August 1, 1945 in Siderno Marina, Italy. He retired from the South Bend Community School Corporation after over 30 years of service and also owned and operated Frank's Lawn Service for over 30 years. On September 27, 1969 in Torino, Italy he married the former Maria Macri who survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Rosemary Lyle and Marianne Tucker both of South Bend; two sons, Joseph (Lisa) Galea and Michael (Tina) Lizzi both of South Bend; 6 grandchildren, Juliana Lizzi, Jacob Lyle, Lizzie Lyle, Frankie Lizzi, Nico Galea, and Sophia Lizzi; four Godchildren; eight sisters, Francesca Macri, Giovanna (Rocco) Franco, Girolama (Antonio) Dellilas, Esterina Scibona, Concetta Scibona, Angelina (Cosimo) Cusarini, Julia (Domenico) Caricari and Santa (Domenico) Cusarini; two brothers, Nicola (Virginia) Lizzi and Vincenzo (Rita) Lizzi; sisters-in-law, Lina Lizzi, Rosa Macri and Sheila Macri; and brothers-in-law, Salvatore (Tammy) Macri, Eduardo (Caterina) Macri, Nicola (Margaret) Macri and Carmelo Maugeri as well as numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and great-nieces and nephews. Francesco was preceded in death by his brother, Guiseppe Lizzi, brothers-in-law, Domenico Macri, Rosario Scibona and Tony Macri and a sister-in-law, Concetta Maugeri.
Frank's hobbies included playing cards, hunting, making wine, going to and watching Notre Dame football games, going to the casino, family gatherings, the game show network, traveling, gardening, working outside and spending time with his dog, Chapo.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am Thursday, March 31, 2016 at St. Jude Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Southlawn Cemetery. Family and friends may call from 2-8 Wednesday in the Zahoran Funeral Home, 1826 Kemble Avenue where a Rosary will be recited at 4:00 pm. Parking is available in the lot across the street.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association. To leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.zahoran.com, or our facebook page, Zahoran Funeral Home.
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April 10, 2016
Dear Zia Maria and family,I have just heard that our beloved Zio has passed away,we have been on holidays and my sister Mary has just given me the devastated news.we had the best time with you guys in 2001,2002 in Western Australia and have wonderful and treasured memories of an amazing man.Thank you so much for coming here and we truly loved you.Rosanna and Renato Carabetta(Neice)
Michelle Guzman (Macri)
April 5, 2016
- I'm so very sorry for your loss. You're all in my prayers.
Julie Oppedisano
April 1, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Lizzi family.
Denny Kielton
March 30, 2016
Dear Lizzi's, Frank and I are old Riley HS friends. He is a good man. I will miss him. My prayers are with you.
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Michael Maugeri
March 30, 2016
I new zio ciccio since I was 7yrs old. He lived with me and my parents in Torino. He was fun, outgoing, caring, generous, loyal, honest, and friend you can count on.One of the best memories is when he married my Aunt Maria in our small apartment, and officially became my Zio. I can honestly say that anyone who has met my Zio walked away knowing that Frank Lizzi didn't have a mean spirited bone in his entire body. He will be missed by his beautiful family and by all those whose life he's touched. God bless.
S S
March 30, 2016
Rest in peace Frank
Jerrilyn Plonski Bykowski
March 29, 2016
Mr.Lizzi was my teacher long ago at the beginning of his teaching career at St.John the Baptist. He was fun and loved teaching way back then. I am sorry to read of his passing. God Bless Mr. Lizzi.
Rosa Hanslits
March 29, 2016
Dear Maria and family
We are so sorry for your loss. you all are in my thoughts and prayers
Anthony Byrd
March 29, 2016
To the Lizzi family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Lizzi was a good man...May God be with you as he is with Mr. Lizzi. Peace be with you.
Kathy & Tony Byrd
Deborah & Steven Lott
March 29, 2016
Maria and Family, We are praying that the Holy Spirit will bring you comfort during this season, Frank was a honorable man and he will be missed.
March 29, 2016
Dear Maria and family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy. I enjoyed working with Frank at Riley. He will be missed. Jane and Tom Vandewalle
R. Catanzarite
March 29, 2016
Dear Lizzi family. My thoughts and prayers goes out to you during your time of loss. Frank was an amazing guy that always brought joy and laughter to those around him. My deepest condolences. He will be missed.
Don & Vicki Weaver
March 29, 2016
Dear Maria and family,
We are so deeply saddened for your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Francesco Lizzi
March 29, 2016
Caro zio Ciccio, con la speranza che tu sia d' esempio a tutti noi , voglia Dio concederti il riposo che ti meriti nella serenità più assoluta. Rimarrai per sempre nei nostri pensieri e nei nostri cuori. Tua sorella Esterina, i tuoi nipoti Massimo e Debora
Sara Boocher-Mccollough
March 29, 2016
So hard to believe, there are no words to be said, there is a huge loss in our lives. You are always in my thoughts and prayers,I love you!!
March 29, 2016
Dear family, our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May you find God's comfort and consolation in the sorrowful days ahead. Bob and Maureen McDonough. We are Rachel's parents. Rachel is Marianne's neighbor. She loves you all and thereby we do also.
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