Frank "Jigs" Aiello
1943 - 2022
Frank "Jigs" Aiello
1943 - 2022
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BORN
1943
DIED
2022
Frank Aiello Obituary
Frank “Jigs” Aiello, 79, of Oelwein, Iowa, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 8, 2022.
Funeral Service: 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at the Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Oelwein with Rev. Josh Schunk officiating.
Visitation: 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Monday and for one hour before the service on Tuesday at the funeral home.
Military Graveside Service by the Oelwein American Legion Ross Reid Post #9.
Interment: Woodlawn Cemetery, Oelwein, Iowa.
A Memorial Fund has been established for the Oelwein American Legion and the Oelwein VFW.
Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com
Frank Charles “Jigs” Aiello was born July 1, 1943, in Oelwein, Iowa, the son of Albert J. & Violet Florence (Kappmeyer) Aiello. He received his education at the Oelwein Community Schools. Jigs joined the U.S. Navy and honorably served from 1960 to 1964 on the USS Chukawan and the USS Aucilla. He worked at Hurst Roofing and then at Chamberlain Manufacturing in Waterloo from 1966 to 1992. He later worked in Oelwein at United Farm Tool and retired from City Laundry.
Jigs was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Oelwein American Legion for 55 years, IAM Union Waterloo Local #1728 and was a longtime Special Olympics and Oelwein Area United Way volunteer. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan. Jigs enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bird watching, cooking, spending time with his dog, Smokey, and with his family.
Frank is survived by 3 Sons: Michael Aiello of Oelwein, Kenneth “Charlie” Aiello of Waterloo & Steven (Jen) Aiello of Readlyn; 5 Grandchildren: Brock (Kristin) Aiello of Hudson, Kas Aiello of Waterloo, Jada Aiello of Cedar Rapids, Danica Aiello of Readlyn & Ava Aiello of Readlyn; 2 Sisters: Sharon (Larry) Alitz of Oelwein & Catherine Blades-Aiello of Des Moines; Nieces & Nephews including Natalie Leo of Oelwein and Great Nieces & Nephews including Kylie Recker of Mitchellville.
Jigs was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter: Angela; brother: Joseph and a brother-in-law: Robert J. Leo.
Kimberly Fisher
September 28, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I always looked forward to serving your family at Valone's on Sunday afternoons.
John Alessio
September 17, 2022
Jiggs was an institution and a good friend. I have wonderful memories of our youth. regards, JohnAlessio
Jeffrey ohl
September 10, 2022
Mike and family, so sorry for your loss. Jigs was a great guy to talk to. He took the time to always say hi and ask how you were doing. I will miss chatting with him.
Jolene, Stephanie, Michelle Hurst
September 10, 2022
Jigs was family to us and the rest of the Hursts. Always wonderful to Michelle and Stephanie growing up. Glad we did get to see him last year! He will be missed! Condolences to the family.
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Stephanie
September 10, 2022
He was family to the Hursts and will be missed! Condolences to the family!
Ellen Gaffney
September 10, 2022
Jiggs was a fun-loving guy. We played a lot of cards at “Bros”. Always a gentleman.
Gene Fuelling
September 9, 2022
Thanks for the memories!
Dave Lau
September 9, 2022
Worked with him at UFT. The guy always had a good comeback and sense of humor. Condolences to the family
Karla Dickey
September 9, 2022
Such a great guy!!!!
nancy & lyle miller
September 9, 2022
Sincere condolences. Jigs was heck of a guy-fun to be around & always had a quip. Many will miss him & may he rest in peace.
Tom Hurst
September 9, 2022
Jigs, my friend since 1958, in school and then joined the Navy together. The entire Hurst family will miss you. RIP
Sandy Short
September 9, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed seeing him and Mike at Ma & Pa diner. Hold on to your memories. Prayers to I the family.
Suzette Foster
September 8, 2022
Michael & family.. sad to see this. Jigs sure was a part of our (Hurst) lives. Sending prayers & sympathy to you all~
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