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Frank Nicotra Obituary
Frank was the loving husband of Deborah (Fitzgerald) Nicotra and loving father of two; son, Stefan P. Nicotra and daughter, Alyssa M. Nicotra.
Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Dec. 31, 1952, he was the son of Yolanda (Pirri) Nicotra of Waterford and the late Stephen M. Nicotra.
Frank battled a rare form of cancer for years which included a two month stay in Boston for chemotherapy and highly advanced proton radiation treatment.
He was proud to have coached his son, Stefan, in the Chariho Little League and watch him play football through college. Additionally, he was proud to watch his daughter, Alyssa, perform in dance recitals and other various dance/theatre productions.
Frank had a love of sports, particularly the Jets and the Mets. He attended game six of the 1986 Mets World Series, the date of the infamous Red Sox Bill Buckner error. Also loved his music, canoe trips, hiking, biking, and traveling which enabled him to visit 49 states.
Frank was an IT manager for Providence Washington Insurance for over 25 years where he developed strong friendships with many colleagues.
Besides his loving wife, children, and mother, he will be sadly missed by his two sisters, Ria Mills and her husband, Jeffrey, Carlina Brigham and her husband, Gary, all of Waterford and who all participated greatly toward his continuous care; his two pugs, Alex and Belle; and several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 9, in St. Paul's Church, 170 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford. Burial will follow in Jordan Cemetery, Waterford. Calling hours will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 8, in the S.R. Avery Funeral Home, 3-A Bank St., Hope Valley, R.I.
Frank's family extends a special thanks to Massachusetts General Hospital, Yale-New Haven, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Home & Hospice Care of Rhode Island, and the Hope Valley-Wyoming EMT.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to the organization of such rare cancers, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Research Foundation, ACCRF, PO Box 442, Needham MA 02494.
For online condolences, please go to www.averyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Nicotra
Carmela
November 30, 2023
I can't believe it's been 13 years since your passing. I think of you often and remember you fondly. You have a special place in my heart cuz. I know you have met your beautiful grandchildren, and walked Alyssa down the aisle with Stephan
Although I still miss you dearly, I know you are in heaven with the rest of our family. I also know I will see you again one day.
Carmela Giambalvo
December 13, 2010
To my cousin and hero! Althought you did not win the battle against cancer, you fought it with dignity, grace and a determination to live. I will always remember the fun we had growing up, all the jokes and family gatherings. You touched the hearts of every person you met in life and this was evident in the number of people who showed up for your funeral. May your family find peace in knowing you suffer no more. Although I will miss you greatly, you will always be in my heart and memories.
Mark Holloway
December 11, 2010
To Frank's Family,
I am deeply saddended to hear of Frank's passing. Although I hadn't seen Frank in many years, we were good friends as teenagers; playing ball, listening to music and driving around town talking. He was a great guy. My thoughts are with you during this sad time.
Ellen Lazerow
December 9, 2010
Dear Carlina, Ria, Yolanda and family,
I was so sorry to hear that Frankie has passed away. My memories of him are from our youth - his cool bachelor pad that he made in the basement of your house on Glenwood Avenue, his quiet wry sense of humor and his love of music. I remember him enthusiastically introducing Carlina & I to "Tubular Bells" in 1973. Although I hadn't seen Frankie in a long time, the priest from his parish did a wonderful job today expressing what a great man Frank had become. I feel lucky to have known him in the early years.
Much love to all of you, especially at this very difficult time.
December 9, 2010
Dear Deb, Stefan & Alyssa,
I would like to express my deepest sympathy during your time of loss. I pray that God will grant you peace and strength through the difficult days ahead.
I have great memories of working with your husband and father at PW for over 20 years. He spoke of you often…………you were certainly his true treasures. Hold on tight to your memories and know that he will be in your hearts forever.
He will be greatly missed.
Ray Wnuk
December 7, 2010
My condolences to your family from the IBM family that Frank was a part of in the old days at Prov Washington. I had the privilege of working with Frank for several years and he was not only a great guy, he was a true IT professional. He was respected by all the IBM'ers who were ever involved with PW. Sincerely, Ray Wnuk
Rich Booth
December 7, 2010
Debbie & Family,
Frank was so proud of his family. To me, he was not only a great manager, but an even greater friend and mentor. I can truly say that I am where I am today because Frank took a chance on a frustrated underwriter at Providence Washington. I'll always be grateful. I'll miss his quick wit and sharp sense of humor that he never lost. You are in my heart and prayers at this time of sorrow.
Beth and Ryan Liese
December 7, 2010
Deb, Stefan, Alyssa, Al and Bella,
We are so sorry to hear about Frank. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. In the few years that we have been neighbors, he had touched our hearts with his strength and positive outlook on life! He will be missed!!!!
December 7, 2010
Dear Debbie, Stefan, and Alyssa Your husband and dad will be sadly missed and always loved. Frank's smile and warm laughter will always be remembered. Our prayers go out to all of you. Michael, Dawn, and Joseph
Linda Johnston
December 7, 2010
Dear Yolanda and all of Frank's family,
I am so sorry to read the news of Frank's passing. I had no idea he was so ill but hope you can take solace that he is now in the arms of the Lord and suffers no more.
Frank was a nice person and I have many great memories of him from our years at BBP. May memories and the love of friends and family sustain you at this impossibly difficult time. You are all in my prayers.
Linda Good Johnston
December 6, 2010
Dear Debbie, Alyssa, and Stefan,
Frank was the best cousin anyone could ever have. The fun we had growing up, joking around and family get togethers were the best of times. So many memories of Frank with us cousins having just the best time growing up. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.
Aunt Jennie and cousin Alfred jr.
Cheryl Hollingworth-Gillard
December 6, 2010
Dear Deb, Stephan and Alyssa,
So sorry to hear this news. He was an amazingly strong person and he stayed positive through all the adversity of his illness. I hope you can be strong and know that his spirit lives on in each of you. Thinking of you!
Love and peace,
Cheryl and Bruce
Lori & Preston Lawhorne
December 6, 2010
Deb, Stefan and Alyssa: We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers as always.
Robyn Ouimet
December 6, 2010
Debbie and Family -
I had the pleasure of working with Frank for many years at Prov Wash. He had a great sense of humor and will be missed. God Bless
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Bruce and Cheryl Gillard
December 6, 2010
Frank will be dearly missed, especially his barbecuing techniques, barbecuing ribs! A fantastic sense of humor that we discovered the more we got to know Frank. The Nicotra family is in our thoughts. Bruce and Cheryl Gillard (Richmond RI and Stuart Fl)
Hiatt Knapp
December 6, 2010
Deb and Family,
I worked with Frank many years at PW. He was one of the nicest and most honest people I have worked with my entire career. A great guy.
December 6, 2010
My deepest condolences to you stefan and your entire family. your dad was a great guy and will be missed, but never fogotten.
God Bless - Coach Pat Hickey
Kathy Conley
December 6, 2010
Dear Debbie, Stefan & Alyssa,
I am deeply saddened by your loss, I was one of the lucky people who got to work with Frank everyday at PW. He was a wonderful person, who spoke very highly of his family and of course the Pugs. He was proud of all of you,as I am sure you were all very proud of him. He fought the good fight with his health battle and now may he rest in peace. I miss you Frank God Bless You!
Beth Cambra
December 6, 2010
To Frank's Family, I worked with Frank for many years at Providence Washington. He was a wonderful man. My thought and prayers are with you. Beth Cambra.
Ann & Jim Hartnett
December 6, 2010
Deb & Family,
You are in our hearts and prayers at this time of sorrow. Let us know if you need anything.
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