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FRANK R. "DOC" DEPINO JR., OD

1924 - 2015

FRANK R. "DOC" DEPINO JR., OD obituary, 1924-2015, New Haven, CT

BORN

1924

DIED

2015

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425 Main Street

New Haven, Connecticut

FRANK DEPINO Obituary

DEPINO, FRANK R. “DOC” JR. OD Frank R. “Doc” DePino, Jr. OD, 91, of New Haven, died on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at Connecticut Hospice surrounded by his loving family. He has been the husband of Teresa Crapanzano DePino for the past 66 years. Frank was born in New Haven on August 1, 1924 to the late Frank R. and Emelia Gambardella DePino. For 52 years he owned and operated his Optometry Practice, DePino Family Eyecare in East Haven until finally retiring in 2010 at the age of 85. He was a member of the Class of 1952 from Chicago College of Optometry. Doc was also a member and served as the President for both the East Haven Exchange Club and the Annex YMA, was a member of the Morris Cove Community Club and served his country proudly in the United States Navy in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theatre’s during WWII. Besides his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Andrea (Robert) Page, Gina (Carlos) Vidal and Christine DePino, all of East Haven and Francine DePino of New Haven, 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and one great, great-grandson. Besides his parents, he was also predeceased by a son, Glenn DePino and was the last of 12 children, predeceased by six brothers, Andrew, Anthony, Louis, Salvatore, Joseph and James DePino and five sisters, Anna Porylo, Lucy Catania, Faye DePino, Rose Barbara and Edith Martingano. Funeral will leave the EAST HAVEN MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 425 Main St., East Haven, 203-467-1708, Monday morning at 9:30 for a funeral mass at St. Bernadette Church at 10 am. Burial services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Full Military Burial Honors will take place outside the church immediately following the mass. Friends may call Sunday from 4 to 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Ave., Branford, 06405 or The Orchard House Daycare, 421 Shore Dr., Branford 06405. Please visit Frank’s memorial page at easthavenmemorial.com and sign his guest book.

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Published by The New Haven Register from Oct. 23 to Oct. 24, 2015.

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Anita Louise Camera

October 17, 2024

Frank was a very close friend to my family! To say he was a brilliant man, way ahead of his time and a caring and supportive friend is close to being an understatement. He told it like it was which made it difficult to hear for many. I can safely say that he and my dad (Matteo Camera) truly loved each other but its wasn't uncommon to listen to them in a hefty brawl. Dad was a conservative military man and Frank well, was Frank. Definitely a horse of a different color! Im sure his wonderful family just had to roll their eyes and love him too.

So here's to you Frank- there was no one to match who you were and may never be! I say this with respect and love for the man!!!

Marguerite Carey

October 17, 2019

I was a patient of Franks for many years and became a friend of he and his family. I will always remember what a wonderful person he was and his beautiful family he left behind.

Laurie Trotta Valenti

November 3, 2015

To all of the DePino family,
I have never forgotten those late nights, gathered around the family kitchen table with Doc DePino and the girls, drinking coffee and learning about life through his eyes. He talked, he listened, he laughed, he ranted and raved. He was a wonderful man. I am so very sorry for your loss. A light has gone out in the world.

Anita L Camera

October 29, 2015

Terry, Andrea,Francine, Christine, Gina et al.......

With love and respect I can say that Doc was one of a kind!! His brilliance,caring and humor will always be with so many of us! He and my dad were such good friends. Frank probably has him laughing up there already!

With Love, the Matteo Camera family; Anita (Michael Katz), Scott and Samantha

October 27, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with all Frank's family. I am so sorry. Terry Salvato Sayles (a long time patcient of his}

October 27, 2015

Andrea, Bob and family - Thinking of all of you and sending prayers.
Love,
Lowell and Patti

Bill jagrosse

October 26, 2015

I am so sorry,my prayers are with the Depino family.

Marcia Duenkel

October 26, 2015

Dr. DePino was our family eye doctor for many years and a friend of my parents, Ken and Elaine Blossom, from the Annex Club. Going to get an eye exam was always fun! He was special. Our sincere condolences to the family.

October 26, 2015

Dear Mrs. DePino, Christine and Family,

I just heard the news and I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Doc. He was a wonderful man and I can't help but smile when I think of him. He always made everyone laugh and feel special. When checking my eyes he always said... "your eyes are perfect, you're just a little crazy". I will always remember his delicious homemade wine and his beautiful garden. He had a lot to be proud of... What a beautiful family he and Theresa created. My love to you all and may God bless his soul forever.

With much love and respect,
Kathie Gaudioso Deyo

Lisa Dubois

October 26, 2015

Dear DePino Family,

My thoughts and prayers for strength and peace are with you all. May you find comfort in a lifetime of happy family memories with Frank.

Ken Innocenzi

October 26, 2015

Christine, so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. My condolences to you and your family

October 25, 2015

To All the DePino Our prayers are with you..
Our visits to Doctor DePino's Office were always fun.This is how we will remember him.
Dorothy and Bill Farrell

Kathy Murphy

October 25, 2015

Fran, So sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family.

October 25, 2015

Frank was a great Doctor a great man a a good friend. I met Frank at Joe Acabbo's house when he was just starting his practice. He did a wonderful job. We will miss him
Ann and Emiddio Cavaliere

October 25, 2015

Although Frank was our eye doctor he was also a family friend. Visiting his office was like visiting an old friend. He will be truly missed. My sincere sympathy to Terri and the family. Mari Carey

October 25, 2015

My wife Lynn was in Madison House while Frank was there.I met his lovely wife. Frank and spoke of New Haven and how great it was as kids.
OUr sympathies go to his wife and family.

Jim Monahan

Barbara Pelletier

October 24, 2015

I am so glad that I was able to know Frank in the short time I knew him. I met him and his wonderful family at the rehaplitation facility that we were both in. Frank would make me laugh often. His family was wonderful. I am so sorry. My condolences.
Love,
Barbara Pelletier

Ade Hassell

October 24, 2015

The Hassell family would like to express our deepest sympathy to Francine, her mom and the DePino family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joan Skorb

October 24, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the DePino family.
What a wonderful, intelligent and sweet man and Doctor.
A former patient for many years.

Laura Piscitelli Condon

October 24, 2015

Such a wonderful person and great influence on me. God bless doc and his family.

October 24, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Aunt Terry, my cousins and there entire family. He always took such good care of my eyes and it was fun to go to the office, like having a family reunion in every visit. Love Rich and Sylvia Porylo

Ann & Dex Crowley

October 24, 2015

Christine Dex and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was the nicest man. We always felt we were like family. Pleas tell your mom and sisters we are so so sorry. You and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love Ann & Dex

The Oronzo Family

October 24, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the Depino's.

Sal and Patty DePino

October 23, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to my Aunt Terry and cousins. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Joe and Lisa Barra

October 23, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Doc was a wonderful man, our appointments were always more of visit with family than an eye doctors appointment. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole DePino family.

Bob Walker

October 23, 2015

Deepest sympathy for your loss. Best Wishes.

John Demartin

October 23, 2015

My condolences to the entire depino family.

David Millen & Staff

October 23, 2015

Sincerest condolences to the DePino Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Todd Newman

October 23, 2015

My condolences to Christine and all of the Depino family. I'm very sorry for your loss.

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