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Frank DiDonato Obituary

Frank J. DiDonato Sr., 88, of Lower Burrell, passed away peacefully Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020. He was a son of the late Jay and Elizabeth (Roskovics) DiDonato. In 1972, he started his business, SIS Inc. He sold his business in 2009 but stayed on as a consultant until his passing. Frank was a wonderful husband, Dad, grandfather and friend. He loved music, playing golf, and especially singing in the church choir. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Yeager) DiDonato, of Lower Burrell; father of Frank J. (Mary Beth) DiDonato, of Ohio, William E. DiDonato, of New Kensington, Gina (Michael) Bordonaro, of New Kensington, Cynthia Harvey, of New Kensington, and Robert J. (Tracey) Yeager, of Allegheny Township; and his 11 grandchildren, Michael, Francesca, Isabella, Sofia, Anthony, Aleigha, Christopher, Portia, Tricia, Tiffany and Alexander; and three great-grandchildren, Deziray, Trinity and Christopher, in addition to many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jane G. DiDonato; his brother, Emery DiDonato; and two granddaughters, Christina Marie Bordonaro and Brooklyn Hays. Family and close friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the FRANK F. GIGLER FUNERAL HOME INC., Robert P. Karish, supervisor, 2877 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell, PA 15068. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Margaret Mary Church, 3055 Leechburg Road, Lower Burrell. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Margaret Mary's Church. We are adhering to CDC guidelines and masks are to be worn at all times. www.giglerfuneralhome.com.

Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Sep. 19, 2020.
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Frank was a great man. I´ll miss him and our phone calls and site meetings we had together. He was a pillar of work ethic that many people don´t possess these days. You are missed Frank. My condolences to the family.

Andrew Sepos

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June 29, 2021

We had a short acquaintance with Frank and Donna at Hillcrest CC and we enjoyed our friendship very much. I wish our relationship was longer since Frank was always upbeat and fun to be around. Condolences from Bud & Deb Kuhn and may Frank Rest In Peace! Donna, we were very saddened to hear the news today!

Bud Kuhn

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October 19, 2020

Frank was a joy to be around. We sang in the church choir, along with Donna, for many years together. He was such a caring person, a real gentleman, always helping. Rick and I will miss his humor. He's singing in heaven's choir now. May he rest in peace. Rick and Barb Bigley

Barbara A Bigley

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September 21, 2020

Donna- I am so sorry for your loss. I am in shock. I feel bad I can't be there. Frank was a good friend to me. My prayers to you and your family. Much love.

Sherry Potocnak

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September 21, 2020

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Larry Fingeret

September 19, 2020

Our love prayer and condolences go out to the entire DiDonato family for your loss of Frank, husband, father & grandfather. He was a neighbor when growing up and dear friend. So many fond memories from Arizona Drive! May he Rest In Peace!! ❤

Donna & Walt (Doutt) Swesky

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September 19, 2020

I am so sorry Donna and family!!! What a shock...peace be upon You and May He Rest in Peace and Perpetual Light Shine upon Him!!
What I remember most was is live to golf and sing!!

Sandy Rubright

September 19, 2020

Donna, I am so very sorry to hear about Frank passing away. My deepest Sympathy to You & your Family.

Janet Croce

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September 19, 2020

My thoughts and Condolences go out to everyone. Good memories with the Family. Was lucky to see Frank last August while visiting Pa. R.I.P.

Tom Doutt

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September 18, 2020

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