Name: Visitation for Frank P. Minardi
Start: 2019-06-03T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-06-03T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Abriola Parkview Funeral Home

Frank P. Minardi
Frank P. Minardi, age 84, of Trumbull, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 31, 2019 at Bridgeport Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Kathleen Child Minardi. Born in Bridgeport on September 6, 1934, he was the son of the late Frank and Jennie Biazzo Minardi. Mr. Minardi was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army having served his country honorably. His strong work ethic was unmatched and clearly evident as a young entrepreneur, having owned and operated such businesses as Minardi Construction and Minardi Photography. An avid dog lover, especially German Shepherds, Frank was generous to a fault. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be beloved and remembered by all. In addition to his beloved wife Kathleen of 61 years, other survivors include his loving children, Lori Brunetto and her husband Michael of Fairfield, Lynn Riccio and her husband Lenny of Ansonia, Lisa Sam and her husband William of Shelton, Leslie Travia and her husband Robert of Oakridge, NC, Frank Minardi and his wife Cheryl of Oviedo, FL and Lainie Willis and her husband George of Trumbull, his fifteen cherished grandchildren, Christopher, Michael (Jaclyn) and Timothy (Laura) Brunetto, Jenna (Nate) and Lea Riccio, Nicholas (Krista), Stephen and Jeffrey Sam, Kevin and Katherine Travia, Zachary and Danny Minardi and Tommy (Amanda), Franky and Joey Willis, three adored great-grandchildren, Kaden Bragg and Natalia and Emmie Brunetto, his very special nephew, Dr. Robert Weeks, as well as several nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by his sisters, Millie and Joanie. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Jude Church, 707 Monroe Tpke., Monroe for a Mass of Christian Burial. Entombment with military honors will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Friends may greet the family on Monday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. For online condolences, please visit us at www.abriola.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Jun. 1, 2019.

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Lucy Hanson

June 10, 2019

My sympathy to the Minardi family, I was heart broken to have just read about Frank's passing. I am an employee of Stop and Shop and that's where I met Frank.He would come in weekly and we would have some wonderful conversations. I told him he was like a second father to me and asked him if he wanted to adopt me. He was always giving me helpful advice and telling me interesting life stories. I can't imagine no longer seeing his beautiful smile walk through the doors of Stop and Shop. Rest in peace my friend I will miss you dearly.

Michael Logan

June 5, 2019

Dear Cathy and family I am sorry to hear of Franks passing he will be missed. I am happy I had seen you and Frank at the VA Hospital last month he appeared to be very happy to see me also. I only wish we could have had a little more time to talk.

Thomas Benedetto

June 4, 2019

Dear Kathy and family , may all the heartfelt memories heal your hearts ! I will always remember our trip to Bronson , Missouri !! With our love Tom and Kathy too! Benedetto God Bless all of you❤

Jackie Carter

June 4, 2019

Mr. Minardi knew everybody it seemed! On several of my trips to Big Y, I saw Frank engaged in animated conversation with someone. He would leave that conversation and head toward me with a smile that lit up his face. After a big hug, he would update me on his family, the state of taxes and so much more. It was clear to see that he loved his family and community! Frank you will be missed! You left a rich legacy in our neighborhood and a richer legacy with your wonderful family who will keep your memory alive with stories of the many adventures that they had with you! Bravo to a life well lived! JCarterJGreene & Family

Judy deArmas

June 3, 2019

Lori and Family, Very sorry for the loss of your Dad. May all the happy memories give you strength to get through this difficult time. Judy & Nelson deArmas

June 3, 2019

Joe and I wish to express our thoughts of sympathy to you, Cathy and all your great children. We fondly remember raising our kids in such a wonderful neighborhood..Toilsome Hill. ..Frank was such a part of all our lives...always fun and helpful...bigger than life personality!
Sincerely,
Anna & Joe McNally

Kim , Tony ,Taylor Clomiro

June 3, 2019

Dear Aunt Kathy and family!!! May all the best of uncle frank be the strength you need to carry you through your grief . He will always be remembered by his contagious laughter ! His generous personality! And kind Heart ❤God Bless all . Love Kim , Tony , Taylor Clomiro

charles roy

June 2, 2019

My sympathy to the Minardi family. I knew Frank from the Trumbull Mall having coffee in the morning with the crew, we shared lots of stories of his life and family.RIP Frank.