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Francis O'Donnell Obituary

Frank O'Donnell, 80, of Allentown passed away on Tues. Oct. 3, 2023. He was the son of the late John and Josephine O'Donnell and the youngest of 10 siblings. Frank was the loving husband of the late Pamela (Ward) O'Donnell and they enjoyed 53 years of marriage together. He was part of the 1st graduating class of Dieruff High School, served in the US Army, and worked as a foreman at Gen. Electric Co. His second career was a PA liquor store mgr and he opened several LV stores. Frank always had a generous, positive spirit and he loved to split wood, garden, be outdoors and root on the Fightin Irish. He was a faithful family man and always brought joy to others.

Family: He will be lovingly remembered by his three children- Daniel and his wife Karen of Topton, Kellie of Allentown, and Todd and his wife Bridget of Germansville. He was an adoring pop-pop to Sara Zink, Jacey and Shaun O'Donnell. His dear siblings: Mary Ellen, Charles, Joseph, Hugh, and James O'Donnell, Margaret Gallagher and the late John, Grace and Gene O'Donnell

Frank was also a respected uncle to many nieces and nephews. He will be forever in our hearts.

Services: Visitation 9-10 AM Immaculate Conception Church 501 Ridge Ave. Allentown 18102 Thurs. Oct.12 Mass 10AM Burial will follow at St. Lawrence Cem. N. Catasauqua

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to Immaculate Conception Church or the Wounded Warriors Project.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Call on Oct. 8, 2023.

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Jeffrey dekrell

February 3, 2024

What do I say after spending a huge part of my life with this family. Frank and Pam were like second parents . Always had a blast with everyone and the memories will last a life time. May you rest in peace and go fighting Irish.

Kelly Sunderland

October 11, 2023

To the O'Donnell Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Frank.
Here is a picture from my dad, Charlie Rodgers' 80th birthday in 2016 at St John's, amongst a bunch of O'Donnells.
May his soul rest in peace.
Kelly & Brad Sunderland and the Rodgers Family

Jo Ann Gallagher

October 11, 2023

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May happy times and memories give you peace. May he rest in peace.

Yvonne & Mike Tifft

October 8, 2023

Charles (Chuck) and family, So sorry to read about Francis (Frannie as I knew him so many years ago) passing away. I remember him coming to the Good Steer diner when my friend and I were teenagers. He would always talk to us and even gave us a few rides in that Big Barge of a car that was used by all of the family. He had just gotten out of the Army when we met him. Very awesome, nice guy!! He will be missed by many in the family. Mike and I just want to say to Francis, THANK YOU for serving your country and may you REST IN PEACE and be with your loved ones.

Grateful

October 5, 2023

Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

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Memorial Events
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Oct

12

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Church

501 Ridge Ave, Allentown, PA

Oct

12

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Church

501 Ridge Ave., Allentown, PA

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