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Kelley Kinnaird
September 8, 2011
John, Jen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Nothing will fade your precious memories and no words I can say will truly ease your sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Kelley Kinnaird
Evelyn Wilmore
September 2, 2011
We were very sorry to hear about Frank's passing. He was a special person who helped us with religion many times. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. The Wilmore Family
August 30, 2011
Am saddened to learn of Frank's passing. Taught at Performing Arts in the 1980's. Will always remember his ready smile and willingness to listen. He was always so positive and supportive...a role model for the kids. Was also so very proud of his family. My sincere sympathy to you at this sorrowful time.
Betty Venator, Music Teacher
Joe Fuchs
August 29, 2011
The Diodate family,
Sorry to hear about Frank. I know what you are going through and wish I could have made the services. He was a great neighbor.
Jodi Giovino
August 29, 2011
Mrs. Diodate, Joanna and John,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Diodate. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Meggan Sullivan
August 28, 2011
John, Joanna & the entire Diodate family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Remember your Dad, husband and grandpa in the good times! I will remember how much he loved his kids and supported them in the summer musicals, and everything they did! He was a great man! Please let me know if there is anything I can do during this difficult time. I know what the family is going through during this tough time.
Szubinski Family
August 28, 2011
John and Family,
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You, your dad, and the remainder of your family are certainly in our thoughts and prayers.
Judith Giardina
August 27, 2011
Elaine,Joanna,and the rest of your family, I am so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time! Judy Giardina,Danny's Rest.
Shirley White
August 27, 2011
Thinking of you today with prayers and love. Dad and Shirley
Hakes Family
August 27, 2011
Elaine, John, Jenn, Joannna, Garry and families, we are so sorry about Frank's passing. Please know that he is in God's care and his memories will be forever in your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at ths difficult time.
Don and Anne Flansburg
August 27, 2011
Frank was a dedicated teacher and guidance counselor, and it was a pleasure to work with him. He was a positive influence in the lives of so many students, as well as teachers in the Buffalo School System. May the love you shared with him bring you peace and comfort. May he rest in peace!
Remembrance Committee-Western Zone NYSRTA
August 27, 2011
On behalf of the Western Zone of the New York State Retired Teachers' Association (NYSRTA) sympathy and prayers are extended to the family of Frank Diodate. In his memory, a donation will be made to the Robert DeCormier Fund of NYSRTRA, which assists retired educators in need. May he rest in peace!
Carmie Paternostro
August 27, 2011
Elaine, John, Joanna and families,
My deepest sympathy to you all. Thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May all of your happy memories bring you comfort.
Carmie Paternostro (Nosal)
(- St. Leo's)
August 27, 2011
To the dear Diodate family,
Not every child was a math wiz, but Mr. Diodate made us all feel good about ourselves. I will always remember him fondly. My prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Elizabeth Hallas Riverside High School Class of 1974.
August 27, 2011
To the Diodate Family,
So sad to hear of Mr. Diodate's passing. I had him for 9th grade Algebra at Riverside HS in 1969/70. What a great teacher! May God give you comfort during this time.
Maria(Gugino)Van Wie
Susan McNess
August 27, 2011
Jojo, Garry, Timmy, Sammy. John, Jen, Cassie Maddie, Rocky, PJ. Please know that we are thinking of you. It felt like he was a grampa to Sean as well since they took care of Sean when I was recovering from my surgery. Elaine please know that you can call at any time for anything you need. We are praying for all of you - Mark & Sue McNess
Lesley Radens
August 27, 2011
My dearest Diodate family,
Mr. Diodate will forever be such a huge part of my life, my being... I can't remember him NOT being in my life, just like all of you. Sunday masses with him reading were my FAVORITE! He was such an amazing man and always made me feel like I was missed back home. Like I told Joanna, now he can watch over me here and be with me always as another angel guiding me. You are all in my heart and prayers... I wish I could be there with you to say a proper goodbye. Please know that I am thinking of you.
Love
Lesley
Ray Jackson
August 27, 2011
Elaine, John,Jenn, Joanna, Geary and kids so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. May God give you peace and strenght in the days and months ahead. We love you guys and wish we could be there to share in your sorrow. Know that we are there in our thoughts and heart. Ray, Donna, Kayla, Hannah, Wayne & Skyler Jackson
The Cook Family
August 26, 2011
We are so very sorry about Mr. Diodate's passing. He was a kind, caring, and special person.
August 26, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Elaine, John and Jenn, Garry and Joanna and the little ones. We know Frank will be greatly missed but you can know that he loved you all very much. We love you all.
Grandpa and Shirley
August 26, 2011
I'm saddened to hear of Mr. Diodate's passing...he was a great teacher and wonderful person. My sincerest sympathies. Melissa Molnar, BAVPA Class of '88
Joanne Ventrilla
August 26, 2011
To the Diodate Family,
I have fond memories of the best teacher I ever had. He was one of the best memories of Riverside High School ('71-'74) I will always cherish.
Joanne (Pepe) Ventrilla
August 26, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the entire family.Frank was a great influence in the lives of many students. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Len Sikora
August 26, 2011
Dear Elaine, Joanna,John and family We were shocked to hear of
Franks passing. We know He is in a wonderful place and that angels are
watching over all of you. Frank will be greatly missed. Your St. Christopher Family friends Dave, Maureen and Gary Reed and The Vitthuhn family.
August 26, 2011
Frank was a great guy. Always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say. He was a great Papa and he will be missed.
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