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Frank Garito Obituary
Frank J. Garito, former New Rochelle Mayor and lifelong resident of New Rochelle, died on September 18, 2013. He was 82.
Frank was born on May 24, 1931 in New Rochelle to the late Vincenzo J. and Rosina (Marra) Garito. Frank was a Sergeant in the Army during the Korean War. Frank was the Mayor of New Rochelle from 1970 to 1976 and prior to that he was a member of the Westchester County Board of Supervisors. Frank was president of James Garito & Sons Inc., a family contracting company for many years. He went on to start the Asbestos Corporation of America in 1984. He was currently the President of the NDR Group which has completed over 1200 units of low and moderate income housing in New Rochelle where "Garito Manor", a 102 unit senior housing facility, in the west end, was named in his honor. He is a member of the Executive Committee of the Buildings Trades Employers Association of NYC. Frank was the former President of The Environmental Contractors Association of NYC, Board of Directors and Trustee of the Boys' and Girls' Club of New Rochelle, The Calabria Mutual Aid Society, New Rochelle Italian American Organization, Foresters of America, and Council 339 of the Knights of Columbus, where he served as Grand Knight.
Frank was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, and his high school sweetheart, Rose who died on May 25, 2008. He is survived by three children: Frank Garito and his wife Kathleen, Stephen Garito and his wife Maria and Roellen Bishop; six grandchildren; Stephanie Richards, Leanna and Sam Garito, Weston and Jena Bishop and Isabella Rose Garito; his brother Vincent Garito and his sister Ann DiMaggio. He was predeceased by his brother Anthony and his sister Grace Danielsen.
Visiting hours will be Saturday 4-7pm and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9pm at Lloyd Maxcy & Sons Beauchamp Chapel inc. 16 Shea Pl. New Rochelle. A funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday 10:00 am at St. Joseph's Church New Rochelle. Entombment will follow at Ferncliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital.
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October 15, 2013
Dear Frankie, Stevie and Roellen,
I'm sending you my most sincere condolence for both Big Frank and Rosie back in 2008. I am so sad to hear of their passing but I pray that you all find comfort in knowing both your parents are together with our heavenly father. I will always cherish both of them for the love and kindness they gave me. Love and blessings to you all and your families. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers.
Rita Webber
Cynthia Miller
September 23, 2013
To the Garito Family:
My condolences, your father was very nice to me, when I worked for you and your family years ago. I did not know of your mother passing, who also was very nice. Blessings to all of your family.
Marcia Gross
September 22, 2013
RoEllen, Stephen and Frankie:
Thinking of you at this time. May your father rest in peace and may you always remember his vision, sense of humor and an exceptional mind. My day has been spent remembering and know you will have some wonderful stories to recount about your lives with both you Mother and Father.
With love, Marcia
Susan Somma(Dattilo )
September 22, 2013
To the Garito family my deepest sympathy to all of you .I grew up knowing your Dad for the wonderful person he was the west end of New Rochelle will never be the same.
September 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the Garito Family.May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Mayor Garito, you were an extraordinary person and what an imprint your footprints have left upon our hearts.
Families of Louisa Viccaro &
Virginia(Viccaro)Staugaitis
Ramacciato Family
September 21, 2013
Our condolences to the Garito family.
Ramacciato family
September 21, 2013
Our condolences to the Garito family
Tom Monahan
September 21, 2013
Thank you Frank for being my friend and for all your help throughout the years, the laughs we had as members of the knights. Our Prayers are offered up for you and your family.
Ralph C. Alberti
September 20, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Frank's family on their loss. Frank and I were best friends thoughout elementary school and I will miss him sincerely.
Carolyn Giordano
September 20, 2013
Dear Roellen, Frankie and Stephen,
I'm really sorry to hear about you dad. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. I have such fond memories of both your parents.
James O'Toole
September 20, 2013
Thanks for all you did for New Rochelle Frank you will be missed RIP my friend
SAM CESARIO
September 20, 2013
PROUD TO HAVE DEEN HIS FRIEND, MAY HE REST IN PEACE
September 19, 2013
My family and I express our sorrow to the Garito family on their loss. The mayor was a guiding light to young and new member of the school district. Richard H. Oringer and family.
Rosie Rissatti
September 18, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
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