Rindge, New Hampshire
1931 - 2007
Frank Joseph DiRusso, Jr., 76, of Main Street, Rindge died peacefully at home on May 26, 2007. Frank was born on February 18, 1931 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Frank and Clotida (D'Isabella) DiRusso.
Frank married Gloria Utz and started their family during the time he was a New York City Police Officer and retired after 22 years in April, 1977. He loved vacationing in the White Mountains and pursued his dream to move to New Hampshire with his family, where he then became a Rindge Police Officer in 1978. He retired as Sergeant from Rindge after 18 years in 1997. He was a family man that loved and cared for his family more than anything else. During his retirement he enjoyed reading, sports, movies, and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Gloria (Utz) DiRusso of Rindge; two sons, Francis DiRusso of Rindge and Joseph DiRusso of Keene; three daughters, Lisa DiRusso of Rindge, Donna DiRusso of Jaffrey and Elizabeth Coll and her husband David Coll of Fitzwilliam, and two grandchildren, Lauren Niemela of Rindge and Remington Raitto of Jaffrey.
At the request of the family there will be no calling hours and services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hundred Club of New Hampshire P.O. Box 23 Manchester, NH 03105.
The Cournoyer Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Jaffrey is assisting the family with arrangements.
To view his online memorial or to send a condolence to his family, please visit www.cournoyerfh.com
To Gloria and Family,
Our hearts go out to you all. Frank was and still is a wonderful person. His spirit will be with you always.
Love
Roni & Bob
Roniele Hamilton
June 23, 2007 | Rindge, NH
Joe: The thoughts and prayers of my family are with you. I had the honor of knowing your Dad. My deep respect and admiration for him was shared by all members of the law enforcement field.
Jim Kelly
June 17, 2007 | Keene, NH
Dear Liz and Family- My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Lean on each other and your friends when you need to.
Debby Ellison
June 04, 2007 | Fitzwilliam
I was so sorry to learn of your loss. I enjoyed working with Frank years ago and have many memories of a good and dedicated man. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Sharon (Sheldon) Montour
June 02, 2007 | Clayton, NC
Joe, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Charles & Veronica Manzino
June 01, 2007 | Lake Ariel
Frank was a good man, good police officer and I enjoyed working with him in public service, when I was a member of the Rindge Fire Department. I'm sure he will be missed by anyone that knew him.
Larry Raymond
May 31, 2007 | Nashua, NH
Liz, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies and may God bless you and your family in your time of grief.
Deb Martin
May 31, 2007 | Jaffrey, NH
Liz, I am sorry to hear of the death of your father. Our concerns and support are with you.
John Mims
May 31, 2007 | Rindge, NH
My deepest sympathy to the family of Frank,a dedicated family man and dear friend to so many. my memories of him will bring a smile to my face for many years to come. you will be missed my friend I will never forget the many times you and Gloria opened your home while I was on patrol and provided a warm meal and coffee.
Artie Whipple
May 30, 2007 | Keene, NH
