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1934
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2021
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Frank Zappia Obituary
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday (September 4) at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 3 Holley Street in Lyons, N.Y. A private burial will take place in Newark Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Frank's name may be made to St. Michael's Parish, 401 S. Main St., Newark, NY 14513.
Frank was born in Newark, N.Y. on March 18, 1934, the son of the late Joseph "Papa Joe" and Rose Rechichi Zappia. Frank graduated from Newark High School in 1952 and from Alfred State University in 1954. He served in the US Army from 1956 to 1958.
Frank (The Scorch) was a restaurateur for nearly 50 years, and he and his wife Patricia built and operated numerous establishments including The PeeWee Diner from 1958 to 1962, Zappia's Restaurant in Newark, N.Y. from 1962 to 1987, Papa Joe's in Sodus Point, N.Y. from 1982 to 1989, and The Corner Tavern in Newark, N.Y. from 1986 to 2007.
Frank is survived by his wife of 59 years, Patricia "Pat" Zappia; two sons Joseph (Marcia) Zappia and Andrew (Tanya) Zappia; four grandchildren Lauren, Joseph Nicholas, Peter and Giulia Zappia; and his sister, Joyce Zappia.
He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Rose.
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Jim Norton
September 4, 2021
I loved working for Frank and Pat many years ago. My condolences Pat.....RIP Frank.
Mickey(Gilbert) & Ed Schultz
August 30, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to Pat, Andy & all the family. The restaurants were a wonderful gift to the communities of Newark & Sodus & gave such fun to so many thru the hard work & dedication of the whole family... but especially Frank & Pat. Our love to you all.
Joe Chiodo
August 30, 2021
Pat, so sorry for your loss, have many fond memories, of Frank, over the years
Terri Mancuso
August 29, 2021
My condolences to a wonderful family
Steve Wickman
August 27, 2021
Many years and many smiles my friend . Rip Buddy , deepest and most sincere condolences to Pat and the family my prayers are with you .
DAVE ROGERS FAMILY
August 27, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
AnnMarie Gallo
August 27, 2021
Pat, Joyce and family, sincerest condolences on the loss of Frank. Thoughts and prayers with you all.
Geoffrey (Ziggy) Tierson
August 27, 2021
Sad to hear. During those long dark slow winter months in Sodus Point Frank and I would, seemingly, play gin endlessly at the Papa Joes bar waitress station. We became good friends; what a unlikely pair we were.
Peace out brother.
Dennis M Fischette
August 26, 2021
Pat and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Frank. You and your family are all in my prayers.
Elaine and George Bush
August 26, 2021
To Pat and Family, our deepest sympathy. Thoughts are with you..
Linda Lytle Heavin
August 26, 2021
Pat, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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