Frank DaLuz

Frank aka "Frankie" DaLuz, 74, of Bristol, RI, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, at Dawn Hill Nursing Home in Bristol after a long, brave battle with Lewy Body Dementia. He was the beloved Husband of Maria C.(Connie) DaLuz.

Born in Pawtucket, he was the son of the late Manuel and Izaura DaLuz. He is survived by his daughters Lisa(Chris) Woodard of South Dartmouth, MA and Christina DaLuz of North Providence and her partner William (Bill) Havey; and his grandsons Christopher Woodard, Jr. and Nolan Woodard.

He is survived by his brothers Adriano(AD) DaLuz and Deb Rich, Robert DaLuz, Danny DaLuz and his wife Arlene, Michael DaLuz and his wife Julie, as well as his sisters Mary Burns and her husband Rick, sister-in-law Denise DaLuz, sister Melinda Ricciotti and husband Mike, sister Gail Vecchiarino and husband Dave.

He was predeceased by his brothers and sisters Bobby DaLuz, Meelinda DaLuz, Manuel DaLuz, Jr., Joe DaLuz, John DaLuz, Tony DaLuz and Alfred DaLuz.

He is also survived by 35 nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind 50 great nieces and nephews and 13 great, great nieces and nephews.

Mr. DaLuz attended school in Pawtucket and was employed at Collyer Wire in Lincoln as a machinist for over 10 years while also working part-time at School House Candy in Pawtucket. He later started his own residential and commercial cleaning business while pursuing and completing his GED at East Providence High School and later received an accounting certification from the Nasson Institute in East Providence.

Frank was an extremely hard worker who enjoyed keeping busy. He took great pride in landscaping his yard for hours at a time, watching Patriots football, and listening to a variety of music. He loved to travel before becoming ill, especially the Madeira Islands in Portugal where his family was from. He would often talk about his time spent there with such happiness and pride. He also cherished spending time with his family and friends, especially during the holidays. He had a wonderful sense of humor, a huge sweet tooth, and such a wonderful bright smile. Frank was always ready to dance with his family at various gatherings especially if "We are Family" came on.

He also was a dedicated member of the Portsmouth Senior Chorus for over 5 years singing at various nursing homes and churches. He enjoyed volunteering at the Thrift Shop and holiday bazaars as well at the Portsmouth Senior Center.

Most importantly, Frank was a loving husband, supportive Dad and proud Vovo(grandfather) who would do anything for his family. His greatest joy was being a dad and a grandfather.

He touched the lives of so many people and brought many a smile and a laugh during his lifetime and will be so deeply missed by all who knew him, especially his family. We will especially miss his various holiday cards throughout the year he would faithfully send us all signed with lots of XOXO's.

On behalf of Frank, we would like to thank our family and friends who showed him unconditional support during his long battle with Lewy Body Dementia.

We would also like to thank the staff at Dawn Hill Nursing Home for all the loving and attentive care they provided. We would also like to recognize Hope Health Hospice Health of RI for ensuring that Frank received the necessary care needed and for offering their emotional support to his family.

His funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 27, from the George C. Lima Funeral Home, 367 High Street, with a Mass of Christian Burial followed at St. Mary's Parish Church, 330 Wood Street. Buria followed in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Calling hours were Tuesday, November 26.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Alzheimer's Association Rhode Island Chapter, c/o Lewy Body Dementia, 245 Waterman Street #306, Provience, RI, 02906; website: alz.org/RI