FRANK CANOVA Obituary
On January 19, 2013, 86, of Mt. Lebanon. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Rose Scanlon Canova. He is survived by their five children, Diane M. Canova (John Morrill) of Arlington, VA, Karen L. Canova (Marc Goldstein) of Silver Spring, MD, Frank R. Canova (Ellen) of Waterloo, IL, Thomas J. Canova (Cynthia) of Springfield, PA, and Maureen Canova-Potts (Randy Potts) of St. Louis, MO; four grandchildren, Kathryn, Caroline, Christopher, and Anna Canova; sister-in-law, Patricia Swieconek; and nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mr. Canova was born in Dravosburg on February 20, 1926 to John B. and Annetta Gurgosalici Canova, originally from Biella, Italy. Following graduation in 1943, from St. Peter High School in McKeesport, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the Pacific as a communications chief with the 321st infantry regiment, 81st Division, and was involved in major battles including the Battle of Peleliu. Following discharge from the service, after the war, Mr. Canova worked in his family's grocery store, Canova Brothers, in McKeesport; he also worked in Pittsburgh for the Pepperidge Farm Bread Company, and until his retirement, he worked in sales and as a broker and manager at Prudential Insurance Company in the South hills area. Mr. Canova was a top salesperson at Prudential, winning numerous national and regional sales awards. He is predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Margaret; his parents; his sister, Mary Canova; and brothers, John P. and Louis (Gino) Canova. Mr. Canova greatly enjoyed cooking and everything related to food, gardening, and socializing with his large, loving extended family and many friends of all generations. He was a voracious reader with an enduring interest in current affairs and history. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to Jubilee Association, PO Box 42251, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Jubilee provides services to those challenged by poverty, illness, and joblessness. Friends received Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the BEINHAUER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 2630 W. Liberty Ave., 412-531-4000. A Funeral Mass at St. Bernard Church, Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Please add or view a tribute at:
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Martha Mc Carthy
January 16, 2023
No finer man than Frank Canova...........think of him ever day..........raised a wonderful family and he was incredible neighbor
Nina, Rich, Perry & Daniel Hamburg
January 30, 2013
Diane, our thoughts are with you, John and your family. As the parent of thoughtful, dedicated children like you, we know he must have been a fine person.
Karen Canova
January 28, 2013
Thank you all so much for your wonderful tributes and memories of our Dad. Your words have meant a lot to us at this sad time. We take comfort in knowing he was loved and admired by so many. Again, thank you everyone.
Diane Canova
January 28, 2013
Thanks to all of you for your kind thoughts and sympathy. We are comforted by the fact that our Dad had a good life that included so many wonderful family and friends.
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Phyllis Arrigo
January 26, 2013
Diane, Karen & family---You are in my prayers. Your father's smile is a fond memory. With sympathy Phyllis Arrigo
Cathy and Howard and family Scott
January 24, 2013
Frank was a wonderful friend and neighbor. A good man indeed.
Bill & Barbara Dye
January 24, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Janet Verscharen
January 23, 2013
Although I didn't know Frank that well, he and my husband Joe work together at Prudential and only had good things to say about him. My sympathies to his entire family.
Don & Susie Boening
January 23, 2013
To all of Frank & Peggy Rose's children we send our sympathy and special prayers. Don & Frank worked at Prudential for many years and the four of us had some wonderful times together. May God bless all of you.
OCOD FDA
January 23, 2013
Although we only know Karen, our office sends their thoughts and prayers to her and her family during this difficult time.
jim poehlmann
January 23, 2013
Tom, thoughts are with you and the family, don't think i ever met your dad, has a very similar background as mine did. Take Care, Jim P
Kathy "McGuire" & Cy Mamola
January 23, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Frank was an angel in life and will always remembered as a "Man For All Seasons" We did and do love Frank. God Bless all of you in these hours.
Michael Falk
January 23, 2013
My deepest sypathy; In case you don't remember who I am. My mother is Mary Jane Falk Aunt Jean McGuires sister.
Kathy Brown
January 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Although I only know Diane, I have heard great things about Mr. Canova. May you find peace in remembering the good times and that your father has gone on to a better place where there is no pain, only happiness. Kathy
Doreen (Lynch) Ducsay
January 22, 2013
I worked with Frank at Prudential 30+ years ago. He was one of the kindest and nicest man that I had the pleasure to know and work with. I am sure he will be missed by his entire family, but know that he is with the Lord. May God comfort all of you at this time.
January 22, 2013
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your dear loved one. You have my sympathies. God will comfort you thorough this diffcult time for he is giving support to all who are falling and is raising up all who are bowed down. Psalm 145:14
Kathie Crowley-DeLallo
January 22, 2013
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Frank and Peg were friends with my parents and our mothers were Daughters of Erin together. I went to school with Diane at the old St. Catherines (so your going back to the 1950's.) He was the nicest man and a complete gentleman. I can take comfort in the fact that he is finally with your mother, and is sitting with the ladies as they sing their Irish songs. That was always something he enjoyed. RIP dear Frank.
Pete Jimenez
January 22, 2013
A father brings a sense of stability and humility to his family. May the memory of your father be remembered by his sense of duty for his friends and his unconditional love for his family. And not to forget that it is in giving that we receive and in dying that we are born to eternal life.
John & Liz Schell
January 22, 2013
Although our time with Frank was short, we will always remember his charming personality, his progressive spirit, and his love of life. Our deepest sympathy.
Barbara Dieker
January 22, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Canova family on the loss of your father and grandfather. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Patsy Ann
January 22, 2013
RIP
January 22, 2013
We've never known a finer man...a wonderful friend and neighbor....no one can take his place. Martha and Larry McCarthy
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