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Francesco Mandile Obituary
Francesco "Frank" Mandile, 71, of Rocky Hill, beloved husband for 46 years of Anna (DiPierro) Mandile, died suddenly on Sunday, (January 18, 2004) at Hartford Hospital. He was born August 14, 1932 in Stigliano province of Matera, Italy, and was the son of the late Antonio and Maria (Angerame) Mandile. He retired six years ago from Abbott Ball Co. after over 30 years of dedicated service. More recently he worked for Big-Y Supermarket in Rocky Hill where he was a friend to all, young and old. Frank enjoyed gardening and making home made wine. He was a long time member of Mt. Carmel-St. Cristina Society, East Hartford. He enjoyed dancing and just being with his loving grandchildren who affectionately called him "Pop". Besides his loving wife, Anna, he is survived by a daughter, Maria Guglielmi and her husband, Panfilo of Rocky Hill; a son Antonio "Tony" Mandile and his wife, Cathy of Wethersfield; two sisters, Anna DiSisto and her husband, Nicola of Italy and Irene Castagno and her husband, Vincent of South Windsor; eight grandchildren, who were the light of his life, Derek, Alexa, Austen and Tessa Guglielmi and Frankie, Analissa, Juliana and Malena Mandile; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Franco and Maria Toscano of Italy; and nieces, nephews in the United States and Italy. He was predeceased by a sister, Caterina Mandile and a brother, Giuseppe Mandile. Funeral Service will be Thursday at 9 a.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd., Wethersfield followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. James Church, Rocky Hill. The burial is in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Calling hours are TODAY from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to Time for Life, 80 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT. 06107. For on line expressions of sympathy please visit www.desopo.com.
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Sal & Carmela Santoro
January 25, 2004
Anna, Sal and I are very sad and have a hard time getting adjusted to the loss of Frank.
I know that words could not alleviate the suffering that you, Tony,Maria and the grandchildren are experiencing.
We only want to say that this is God's wish. Sal and I will be praying for Frank's soul and that God will give all of you the strenght and courage to endure this terrible tragedy.
Ann Marie Calciano
January 25, 2004
To the Mandile Family-
My deepest condolences on the loss of such a great man. Frank (Cicil) always lit up the room when he walked in and will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janice Orszulak
January 24, 2004
Dear Alexa & Family,Your entire Polar Bear team wants you and your family to know how sorry we all our about the death of your beloved grandfather. We wish that we could lessen the shock of losing such a vibrant and important person in your life. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Your hockey "family" is here for you and please do not hesitate to call on us for any support you need. Let your faith in God guide you through this sad time. Love,The Connecticut Polar Bears U14I Team
Sabrina Mollica
January 21, 2004
Derek,
This is Sabrina from Big-Y. It breaks my heart to know you and your family are going through the same thing myself and my family have gone through. Know that you and your family are in my prayers and remember-this too shall pass.
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John Colagiovanni
January 21, 2004
Dear Anna and Family, I am so shock to hear about my friend Frank. The empty bottles of beers are still on the cellar table. We had them Saturday during His usual visit. I am going to miss Him very much. Please let me know if there is anything I could do. Will all my sympathy, John
Tina Rich
January 21, 2004
My sincere condoldence for your great loss.
Teresa (Colagiovanni) Deasy
January 21, 2004
Dear Anna, Maria & Tony,
My family and I are very sorry and saddened to hear that Frank has passed away. He has been a wonderful friend to all of us and especially to my father, John, since my Mom (Filomena)passed away two years ago. His friendship and his visits were very much appreciated and my father looked forward to them.Frank was a sweet and caring man and he surely will be missed.We are very fortunate to have known him.Our prayers and our love are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
RON BARRY
January 21, 2004
THE BARRY FAMILY EXPRESSES OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE MANDILE FAMILY. SINCERELY , RON , ELAINE , SYDNEY & SHAUN BARRY .
Francesca Fasano
January 21, 2004
Dear Anna, Tony & Maria, We are very sorry to hear of the loss of our dearest friend Franco. We are speechless and in a state of shock, to hear about the loss of Franco. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Frank, was a true friend. We will never forget him. All of you will be in our prayer.
With Love...
Franchina, Vincenzo, Steven, Giancarlo & Angelo Fasano
Rosanna Parziale
January 21, 2004
Our deepest condolences & Sympathy,
The Parziale Family
Marc & Stella
January 21, 2004
Tony and family , We were deeply saddened to hear about your father passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is ever any thing we can do please feel free to call any time.
With deepest sorrow,
Kimberly Coen
January 21, 2004
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the entire family.
Maria and Tony,
My thoughts are with you through this most difficult time. I am so sorry.
Love, Kim
Lynda Baio
January 21, 2004
Mandile family,
Rick and I send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your husband/father, Frank. Earth is missing an angel now that God has called sweet Frank home. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lynda R. Baio & Ricky Scheller
D'Esopo Funeral Chapel
January 21, 2004
Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.
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