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Frank Pontera Obituary

Pontera, Frank

Canandaigua: Frank Louis Pontera peacefully passed away on October 5th 2017 surrounded by his family. Frank was a long time resident of Canandaigua and held the honorary title of Mayor of Holiday Lane. Frank was an active member of the community and involved with several group activities. He is survived, and will be sorely missed, by his loving wife of 67 years, Ruth, his four children, Michael (Lisa), Frank, Jr. (Debbie), Susan (Nick) Valvano, David (Rebecca), Grandchildren, Kelly and Michael Pontera, Ashley and Daniel Pontera, Michael and Christy Valvano, and David Joseph (DJ) and Jadon Pontera. Frank is also survived by his devoted brother and sister, James (Kathy) Pontera, and JoAnne Pontera Forbes of Miami, Florida.

Friends may call on Monday from 4-7 pm at Fuller Funeral Home, 190 Buffalo Street, Canandaigua, NY, 14424. A mass will be held in celebration of Frank's life at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Tuesday at 11:30 am. Internment immediately following the mass at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Frank's name to St. Mary's Church, Canandaigua, NY, 14424.

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Oct. 7, 2017.
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My sincere condolences to the Pontera family. May your memories help you through this difficult time.

Lorelei Smith

Friend

October 27, 2017

To the Pontera family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. May God Bless and watch over you all.

Mickey Barnes

October 15, 2017

In the short time I knew Frank, I discovered such a sweet gentleman who has a beautiful family. Our condolences and God bless all of you.

Eleanor Holtz

October 9, 2017

Frank will be forever in my heart, in my thoughts and prayers and in my life everyday. He was a part of my life as you all were for so very long. I pray for God to watch over him while he builds a home in heaven for Ruth...............whom he spoke of every day with such love...........such devotion........he will forever be an inspiration to me of what a true man, a true father and a true husband was meant to be...thank you Frank for blessing my life, thank you for the honor to care for you in your last precious years....may the love you shared with all around you live on within me as I care for people the rest of my life..........Watch over Ruth and the kids. God bless you all.

Forever your nurse, your friend,
Heidi

October 9, 2017

My condolences, Frank. God bless and comfort you all, and may your dad be filled with the joy and peace of Heaven!

Pat Hovey Herbert

October 8, 2017

to FRANK`S FAMILY
my sincere condolences for the loss of a great man.I got to know Frank when he stayed in rehab and Frank will hold a special place in my heart.May time heal your hurting hearts.God bless you all
My deepest sympathy
Sue Raner

SUE RANER

October 8, 2017

My heart goes out to the Pontera family. Mr. Pontera was a guy with, at minimum, a twinkle in his eye. He will be missed and remembered.

Gretchen Hoekelman

October 8, 2017

Our heartfelt condolences. We will miss the presence of a truly loveable and kind person.

Griff & Sandi

October 8, 2017

A loving and caring man who everyone could call a friend, has gone to heaven.

To the entire Pontera family, we send our sincere condolences.

We enjoyed your Dad each and every time we saw him, he was so full of life and enthusiasm.

It is impossible to be with you for the services, but be reassured we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers

DAVE & JUDY MONAHAN

October 7, 2017

Frank Pontera was a strong man who knew how to fight hard in any situation. He fought many difficult battles with his health over the years, and was stronger for it. Rest In Peace Mr. Pontera and know that your family has carried on your strength that you instilled in them.

Guy and Phyllis Kalpin

October 7, 2017

Our sincere sympathies and condolences goes out to the family and friends of Frank Pontera. We share your pain.May the Beautiful Memories of your loved one provide solace and strength to you and your family during this difficult time. May you also find comfort in God's promise of life without end in Paradise as we all look forward to getting a firm hold on the REAL Life. 1 Tim 6:19-

Ezeko & Rossy

October 7, 2017

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Fuller Funeral Home Inc

190 Buffalo St, Canandaigua, NY 14424

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