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Frank Mongelli Obituary

Frank Mongelli

AGE: 75 • Monroe Twp.

Frank Mongelli, 75, died peacefully, at his residence, with his wife by his side on Tuesday, July 17, 2012. Born in Toritto (Bari), Italy, Frank, moved to the United States in 1958. He resided for most of his life in Edison before moving to Monroe Twp. in 2005. Frank was the owner of Frank's Hair Stylist in Perth Amboy, NJ. During the 1950's and 60's he was an avid participant in the contest circuit for hairdressing. In 1962 he won the coveted World Championship in Hairdressing, competing against 285 of the best contestants from across the world. Frank won the NJ and CT State Hairdressing Titles, winning each 3 years in a row. In addition he was also the recipient of the Golden Shear Award. After a long career in hairstyling, Frank, became interested in the restaurant business. He opened, operated, and owned Franco's Restaurant in Iselin, NJ for 7 years. Frank was a "jack of all trades," and enjoyed painting, tending to his garden and there was nothing he could or would not do for his family and friends. Frank was also a member of the Bocci Team at the Renaissance of Monroe and was an avid bowler.

Frank is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Carole (Provenzano) of Monroe Twp.; two daughters, Marissa Maselli and her husband Tony, Dana Mongelli - Plowucha and her husband Christopher both of Milltown, NJ; four grandchildren, Dominick, Nicolette, Vinny, and Nina; a brother, John and his wife Anna of Richfield, NJ; two sisters, Mary and Concetta both of Italy. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Frank is predeceased by his brother, Joe (2009).

A funeral liturgy will be celebrated on Friday, July 20th at St. Anthony of Padua R.C.C., 251 Franklin St., Hightstown, NJ. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Burial Park Mausoleum, South Brunswick, NJ. Visiting hours will be Thursday, July 19th from 2-4 & 7-9pm at the M. David DeMarco Funeral Home, 205 Rhode Hall Rd., Monroe Township, NJ. For further information please visit our website www.demarco funeralhome.com. The family has requested memorial donations be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN. 38105 or www.stjude.org

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Published by Home News Tribune on Jul. 18, 2012.

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Linda Lavin Luden

July 22, 2012

Carole: Please accept the condolences from the Class of PAHS '60.

July 20, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Darlene, Joe and Kim Valentini

July 19, 2012

Dear Cousins
We would like to share our sincere condolences to all of you. Frank will always be remembered for his wonderful smile and the great times we shared growing up together many years ago. May God bless you and help you through this difficult time.
Rest in Peace Frank.
With all our love and prayers your cousins. The Pizzitelli, Cea,Cea, Cea Trentadue and Regina Families

July 19, 2012

In this world, truly, one of the nicest guys I've had the pleasure to know! Santino Odato Jr.

karen silvester

July 18, 2012

Mr mongelli(Frank) you will be missed ; your warmth and kindness, I remember the way you and my dad were like brothers.. He loved you so as we all did..You have now joined him in heaven and you both can now share the laughs and special times together once again..

July 18, 2012

Carole please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your husband. He was truly a wonderful person. May he rest in peace Patricia Stotzer from St. Peters Comprehensive Care in Monroe

Millie McQuay

July 18, 2012

Dear Mongelli Family,
We just want to send our condolences to all of you. Mr. Mongelli was a wonderful man and most importantly a caring husband, father, grandfather and friend. He always welcomed me with open arms and I will truly miss him and his amazing smile. May God bless all of you during this most difficult time. May he now Rest in Paradise. We love you Frank!
McQuay Family

Angela Inzano Tortora

July 18, 2012

To The Mongelli Family:

My deepest sympathy to all for the loss of your loved one. May he Rest in Peace always. Stay strong and remember the fond memories you had with him when he was alive; and time will ease the pain of your loss.

July 18, 2012

Dear Carole and children,
Frank was truly an honor to his culture. I was a long time customer of the Perth Amboy Salon. May he rest in peace and may Our Lord comfort you in this difficult time. Rita Bertagna

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