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Frank Roda Obituary
Freehold - Frank M. Roda, 54, of Freehold passed away on Tuesday, February 5th in Centra State Medical Center, Freehold. Born in Staten Island, Frank was a 1984 graduate of Susan Wagner High School. He moved to New Jersey in 2003. Frank was a supervisor on the Staten Island Ferry for more than 35 years. He was a parishioner at St. Catherine of Siena in Farmingdale. He valued his family above everything; he enjoyed trips to Atlantic City, martinis, motorcycles, music, dancing and big Sunday dinners. He also liked going to the beach, his new car, and getting his hair cut. His greatest joy came from seeing others happy, especially his children.
Frank was predeceased by his father, Joseph. He is survived by his mother, Marianne; his partner Maureen DeCarlo; his former wife, Dawn; his sons and daughters in law, Joseph & Emma; and Frank, Jr. & Sarah; his daughters Lauren and Dawn Marie; his siblings Joseph and his three daughters, Francine her three daughters and one son, John his wife Trisha and their two daughters and one son, and Marianne her husband Louis and their two daughters and one son.
Family and friends are invited to gather at Freeman Funeral Home, 47 E. Main Street, Freehold on Friday from 4:00 to 9:00 PM. There will be a funeral liturgy at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Farmingdale on Saturday at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Frank's name.
For directions, or to leave a condolence for the family, visit www.freemanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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LuAnn Samuelson
February 3, 2020
Remembering Frank and his family with thoughts and prayers. Not many days went by this year without me thinking of Frank and praying for his family to be comforted. He will always be missed and in my heart.
Another part of me is gone..until we meet again
February 15, 2019
February 13, 2019
We are so sorry and shocked to hear of the tragic passing of Frank. He was too young to go, and our sincere condolences to his Mother, Timmy, Joe, John and Missy, as well as all who loved him, particularly his children, in their profound grief. He will be remembered by us as kind, friendly, funny and an all around good and decent man. Jack Scanlon, Elayne, Ryan & Kevin
Lori Cortese-Buckheit
February 12, 2019
Frank was fun-loving and the life of any party. He was genuine and caring. His jokes and funny skits would always result in fits of laughter. He was a character of the finest kind.
Rest in peace dear cousin. We will miss you for the rest of our lives.
Charles Lamberti
February 11, 2019
To the entire Roda family, my deepest and most sincere condolences on the passing of Frank. I have only good memories of playing football, going to Florida and spending time in Round Top. May his soul rest in peace.
Jill Woodford Taylor
February 10, 2019
I am so terribly sorry to hear of Frankie's passing. I just heard today. He was & always will be remembered as such a wonderful, kind & funny person. My heart hurts for the entire family. May the wonderful memories you have with him, bring you all comfort in the difficult days ahead. God rest & bless him, Jill Woodford Taylor
Laurie McLoughlin
February 9, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Frank. My heartfelt condolences to Marianne and the entire family. I will remember Frank for his kindness, warmth, and funny sense of humor. May God comfort his family during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Passalacqua
February 9, 2019
Barbara Passalacqua
February 9, 2019
Barbara Passalacqua
February 8, 2019
My Favorite Cousin Frank. Practical joker, life of the party, genuine, loved everyone.
Our family will never be the same without him.
I will miss him everyday. I truly loved Frank and always will.
Barbara Passalacqua
February 8, 2019
My Favorite Cousin Frank. Practical joker, life of the party, genuine, loved everyone.
Our family will never be the same without him.
I will miss him everyday. I truly loved Frank and always will.
February 8, 2019
I KNEW FRANK A LONG TIME. WASNT REAL TIGHT WITH HIM BUT HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE AND A HANDSHAKE FOR ME, NICE MAN. GONE TOO SOON. TONY BURKE
John Monfiletto
February 8, 2019
Frank was a good guy a former teammate of mine. Always had a smile on his face. God Bless Frank and his family.
Tara Nunziata
February 7, 2019
Godspeed Frankie, you left us too soon and will be missed, badly.
February 7, 2019
I met frank at the Fugazzi Bowl we became friends immediately, he was one of the most genuine people I've ever met. I look back with only the fondest memories, he truly was a great person GOD BLESS his soul and my condolences to his family.
Joe Cestaro aka BUBBA
Linda Graves
February 7, 2019
Taken too soon! RIP Frankie
May 2018 Sebring , Florida
Luann Samuelson
February 7, 2019
Memorial Day Weekend 2018 Sebring , Florida
Luann Samuelson
February 7, 2019
I Love you, Frank ❤
Luann Samuelson
February 7, 2019
Luann Samuelson
February 7, 2019
Luann Samuelson
February 7, 2019
My cousin , my friend . A man of sincere goodness . He lit up a room with his personality ! Though we lived 1500 miles apart , we shared a lot of time together and I considered him a close cousin . My kids even called him Uncle Frank . My sadness will last a lifetime until we embrace again in Heaven . My love and prayers for his family , Maureen his loving partner, and all who are mourning that God will comfort and give strength .
veronica wakeham
February 7, 2019
God Bless
Vincent DiCostanzo
February 7, 2019
We are truly sorry to hear of Frank's passing. We have many great and mostly funny memories of being with him during our time together on Purcell Street. Our prayers go out to his entire family and may he rest in peace. Vinny and MaryEllen DiCostanzo and boys.
Colleen Vintzileos
February 7, 2019
Maureen and family,
So very sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I pray that you will find comfort during this very difficult time. May he rest easy in the hands of the Lord. God bless all of you.
Susan Harris
February 6, 2019
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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