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Francis Valeo Obituary
Palm Beach County firefighter Francis Valeo was headed home.
The 31-year-old had just finished a training session in Jupiter Farms before stopping to see his fiancée's family on Thursday.
After the visit, he climbed into his 2007 Ford Mustang and set out for his home in the Lexington Green subdivision of Palm Beach Gardens.
But he never made it.
He died Thursday night after losing control of his car on Indiantown Road. His car crossed over the median and hit two other vehicles, a sheriff's report said.
"He dedicated his life to his family, friends and profession," his mother, Debra Valeo, said Saturday. "He was just a wonderful person. He had an aura about him."
Mr. Valeo, who went by Frank, loved helping people, family members said. He worked as a carpet cleaner, before deciding to become a firefighter/paramedic.
He was a firefighter in Hallandale before being hired by Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, where he had worked for about a year. Mr. Valeo also worked part time as an emergency room paramedic at JFK Medical Center, his mother said.
He was born in Long Island and his family moved to Wellington in 1986. He attended Wellington High.
Mr. Valeo was set to begin classes to become a registered nurse. The certification would have helped advance his career, his mother said.
"He just loved to help people," Debra Valeo said. "He was so happy. He always had a smile."
In addition to his mother, survivors include his 11-year-old son, Francis Valeo; and his brother, John Joseph Valeo III.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. at Palms West Funeral Home. Services will be Thursday.
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Kristy Henderson
November 16, 2020
Im just thinking of what dark humor you would be sharing with everyone to get through this year. 2020 has been insane. It's been a strange world without you in it. I have these memories all the time and my reaction, still after all these years, is to call you up and ask if my memory is right. There are things I went through with you that many people have heard about but nobody else could possibly understand. I can't help but wonder if Athena is with you. I always talk about her and our adventures. I can't think of the last time I didn't miss you. May we meet again one day.
~More than you will ever know
"The Spider Girl"
jay valeo
October 1, 2014
Frank , its been along time since ive had the mind to visit this page. I felt like because of the lack of emotional stability on my end i wasnt worthy of posting here. Brother today i can, i can post here and tell everyone that we are flesh and i have broken through my struggles I have thought of u to draw strength from. I wish u were here, i wish that i could just see u one more time , u and dad were all i knew and i feel like i was forced to learn a whole new perspective on what this world is like. Now that im older i can see how imporant u were to this world u changed it, u left ur mark. This world became a little dimmer when u left, but so u know ur son is turning into a young good man and i now have a beautiful boy of my own and he is named partly after u . Frank i miss u and hope u are having a blast with Dad in heaven and please look out for all of us ... untill we fly again...
December 26, 2013
Wish you were here. Merry Christmas in heaven.
December 24, 2013
I think today is the most emotional day for me. I still tear up thinking of all the fun times we had on this night. Although you are gone from this life you are never gone from our hearts. Merry Christmas eve....hope you are rockin some leather pants in heaven.
Love and miss you,
Jen, Justin , Austin, Owen & Kylie
John Constantine
November 8, 2013
Hey Bro! (Run to end of Hall) Hey Bro! (Run back the other way) and do it all over again!
Thinking of you all the time! Love you Frank!
November 8, 2010
There is not a day goes by that you are not thought of and missed. You may be gone from this earth but you still manage to make Justin and I laugh all the time. Austin has to decorate a turkey for his kindergarten class. He decided we were going to make him a rock star..leather pants and all in memory of uncle Frank !!
Three years may seem like such a short amount of time when the boys are growing. But it seems like such a long time we've been missing you.
Love and miss you,
Jen, Justin, Austin & Owen
October 22, 2010
Dear Family of the Honorable Francis R. Valeo: I am putting closure on parts of my life. It was in the early 1970s that I worked for the Sec. of the Senate Valeo. I was a young girl of about 22 from Bluefield, WV. I had come to DC as a delegate from the Appalachians with MLKing's 'Poor People's Campaign' dubbed "Resurrection City." Through a contracting agency, I was recommended to work as an auditor of the Senatorial Campaign Receipts and Expenditures Reports. After almost 40 years, I wondered what happened to F. Valeo and my search has led me to your messages. Your messages posted tell me he was a kind person. My association with him as an employee was when I came up to his office but could only look at where he sat. In my mind signs of "colored" and "white only" still lingered. If I had only had the courage to ask, "Mr. Valeo, please tell me what it was like for you growing up as a boy in Brooklyn, the son of a shoe foreman?" I was the daughter of a coalminer...I wonder if he would have encouraged me as an impressionable "Negro" girl groping and looking forward and groping. From your comments I think he would have encouraged me as now I am 60 years old, retired from the FDIC, and a full-time college student. I just wonder what kind of man was behind that big shiny desk on the Senate side of the U.S. Capitol Building. He must have really been a giant.
Respectfully,
Susie (Harris) Green, Bluefield, WV
adam nowak
October 18, 2010
Its been too long since Ive seen you, I'll always treasure memories we shared.Seemed like yesterday we were just kids , you lived your life and I learned from you. although we lost touch i always thought of you .
December 13, 2009
To my other half,
I was laughing the other day thinking about us being in Michigan. I was remembering you betting a guy that you could out sing him. You two were on stage performing I'll Make Love to You by Boyz II Men. Of course you were both singing to your women. I can remember you you dropping down to your knees and taking the high notes to their max and extending their time. You definitely won the competition! Now I think about songs that represent us and sadly one of the songs that I think of is Boyz II Men - It's so Hard to Say Goodbye. I miss you deeply and find it so sad that your gone. My dad still finds it impossible to write on this page. My sister sent him a picture of your cross and he just says it shouldn't be there in the first place. It all just breaks my heart. The tree is lite and your not home. Logan is changing into a man. He is shaving this year, his voice has changed, he is taller than me, he has been breath taking in soccer, the girls come out to watch his muscular body, he has made the honor roll again - earning high school credits, and he is making all the right choices. While I believe you are looking down on him I can't help but think about all that you have missed.
Loving you deeply,
Elizabeth
John Valeo
November 8, 2009
To my loving brother,
Frankie, not a single day goes by where i dont think about you I can honestly say that. Its been two years now and I cant seem to shake the feeling. Every where I go, every thing I do, every time iam scared , every time Im happy i think of you. You are my strength when i am week my courage when im afraid. When i happen to find my self in a situation i think of how you would handdle it. So much has changed seen the last time i saw you or even the last time i wrote on this page. I wish nothing more than to be able to show you how much i have grown and acomplished. I live my live for my self but also live it for you.Ive realized that life is short but it can be great and promise to never waste another day here on this earth, some times the pain hurts so bad it burns that i wont get to spend time with you ever again but even tho your not with me in the flesh your here with me in spirt and in my heart. I miss you and will never forget you. I have so much I want to say but I will save it because i know one day we will meet again . Two years or a hundred time will never seperate us not even death . I love you frankie ,tell dad I love him !
Jennifer Perdue
April 3, 2009
The very first thought that entered my head when I woke up this morning was Happy Birthday Frank. I told the boys today was your birthday and they both cheered Happy Birthday Uncle Frank. Then I had to go on to explain that even though he can't always see you ( I know I said always, cause at times he says he does see you ) you can always hear him. Getting back to him seeing you. The other day he pulled a step stool up to the garbage can and proceeded to pee in the garbage. When I asked him why he did it he told me " Uncle Frank told me to." and you know I believe him. So if you would do me a favor and stop telling him to pee in the garbage that would be great. So as you can see there is not a day that goes by that you are not thought of and not a day that goes by that you are not sadly missed. Happy Birthday in heaven Frank. We love you and miss you.
Love,
Jen, Justin , Austin and Owen
Elizabeth Williams
December 24, 2008
Hey babe, I have been thinking of you on this memorable day. There has been a few ups and a few downs. On the upside, I listened to music this year. It took me months to be able to hear music without getting angry or upset and christmas music forget about it. It has taken a year and I still teeter on the emotional side, but sometimes it makes me think of good times with you, so I would not want to give that up. We had a celebration for you at Hearts and Hope. We decorated ornaments in your honor and filled them with messages. It was really hard for me to share my ornament with the group because I would rather that they had the pleasure of knowing you. Anyhow, we went outside and hung them and gathered around lite ballons. It made me feel proud to share you and release some of my emotions. I know tonight will be tough. It also makes me giggle thinking of all the crazy memories we created on these two nights of the year. Hey maybe I will get to bed at a reasonable hour. Well, I wouldn't count on that, but I will live it up for you. I continue to enjoy my friendship with my sister,the bond I share with Logan, my love for my family, and the laughter that my nephews bring me. As for you ,I only want and expect the best, live it up, enjoy your family, and remember that we may be separated for now, but not for forever.
Loving You Deeply,
Elizabeth
Jennifer Perdue
December 24, 2008
Frank,
I was sitting here trying to figure out why I am so emotional today. Then I looked over at your picture and it all made sense. Its Christmas eve...the night that you wear your leather pants . The party just isn't the same without you. I know we will never forget the night tha those pants were finally laid to rest, that was the best Christmas eve . You and Justin sure had fun but man were you both muddy. We all miss you so much but I know family gatherings are really tough on Justin . He knew no matter how crazy the circus got that the two of you would make it through together. I'm sure you and your dad will have a wonderful Christmas in heaven. What a celebration that must be. But we would give anything to have you here with us. Merry Christmas Frank... We love you and miss you.
Love,
Jen, Justin, Austin and Owen
Elizabeth Williams
November 9, 2008
Hey Baby,
It is hard to believe that I have lived a year without you, but I do know that there are reasons why I must go on. I continue to live by what you have taught me. I know I am special and deserve to be loved for the countless hours you spent telling me these things. I remember for the most part not to interupt people while they are speaking, but rather to listen till they are finished. I recall that you said when people ask me how work is going to give them a short answer. I remember that family comes before work and that my bethisms are what make me unique. I miss the fire we had between us and how you could make me feel so special and loved. I miss having you here to be able to return my love to you. It hurts painfully to experience your absence and to be able to watch my family and especially Logan go through this. The aftermath(heaven) has got to be so rewarding after enduring this much. While Logan has gone through alot he turns to listening to you on your c.d., decorating his room with your things, and talking about you daily. Counseling has made us stronger and he appears to be doing better every day. I continue to work hard on helping him and rest assured that Logan will be someone special in this world as we have both have had faith in. As for me, I had your flag box engraved and I am working on a couple other projects that will be disclosed when the time is right in your honor.
Missing your laugh and smile each and every day,
Love,
Elizabeth
Aunt Pam
November 8, 2008
My beloved nephew Frankie, your first year in heaven and still it's so hard to accept you're really gone. I miss you so very much and I love you dearly now and forever and ever. xoxoxo
Sandy Valeo
November 8, 2008
Dear Frankie,
One year has passed since you joined God's Family of Angels. It is still so hard to understand why God would take someone as extraordinary as you with your passion for saving lives, your compassion for your fellow man and your overwhelming love for your family. The only thing that makes any kind of sense to me is that you left us to become one of God's angels to do even greater things in heaven than on on earth. See Frank, that was God's plan all along -that's why he made you so special because he wanted to keep you for himself. Even though you are not here in body, I know you are here in spirit because your presence is all around us.
Your mom, Jay and your son Frankie are doing good, we're all looking out for them and we always will - so you need not worry about that. Jay is turning into a real man at almost 21 -you would hardly recognize him. As for Frankie, he is getting so tall and looking more like you every day and we love him with all our hearts. We will always cherish that part of you that you left with us - your son.
Your mom, Aunt Patty, Kimmie and I went to light a candle in your memory today and we had a nice dinner to honor you.
We love and miss you with all of our hearts and that is for eternity.
Rest in Peace
I Love and Miss You
Aunt Sandy
Jennifer Perdue
November 8, 2008
Frank, I can not believe that it has already been a year since the angles took you to heaven. They always say that time heals the pain, I guess it takes alot of time to heal this kind of pain. There is not a day that goes by that you are not in our thoughts. It is still so hard to believe that your body is not here on earth. I say your body because I know your soul visits often and I feel your presence with us. Austin knows when he sees a fire truck that uncle Frank is a firefighter in heaven. I show the boys your pictures and talk to them about you alot. You may be gone in body from this life but you will live on forever in our hearts and minds. And Austin and Owen will grow up and know all about their Uncle Frank who is in heaven always watching over them. We love and miss you .
Love, Jen, Justin, Austin & Owen
John Valeo
October 8, 2008
To my loving brother, I dont know where to start I remember all the good and rough times we have been through together, sometimes I feel like you were the only person who understood me. The same blood runs through our veins and the same tears fall from our eyes. There is a bond between us that God himself can not break. You were always there for me and always stood by my side. You knew my goals and my fears. You showed me how to be a man and what life is all about. Even when I was wrong you never judge me always lifted me up and took away my pain. We shared the same passions and the same dreams you are my best friend. I know that you are gone and seem so far away please in my heart I ask you to stay. I will forever hold onto your memories and never let go. A piece of you will always live through me. I make you this promise to never let you down again and I take your son under my wing. I look to the day when we will fly again you can hold my hand in the clouds and never let go again. I love you and miss you. Your flesh and blood your brother J .
October 7, 2008
Debbie Valeo
April 3, 2008
To my beloved son Frankie, Blowing kisses to heaven, thats what I can do, every time I want to say, how much " I Love You" Today is your first birthday in heaven and I know you are up there putting smiles on many faces. It has only been 5 months since you were taken from us and not a day or even a minute goes by where I dont think of you or see that beautiful smile or just want to hold you. You are a beautiful caring and loving man and we all miss you very much. The only comfort I do have its knowing that you are up there watching over us. God Bless you and I am looking foward to the day when we are all together again. Love starts with a smile, Begins with a kiss and ends with many teardrops. Until we fly again. Love Always Mom
May God Be With You
Sandra Valeo
February 19, 2008
Beautiful eyes, beautiful smile, beautiful face, beautiful nephew, beautiful angel in a more beautiful place. I Miss You.
Dr. Michael Mazziotta
December 6, 2007
I only knew Frank for a short period of time. I am a resident doctor at JFK Medical Center and was doing my emergency room rotation in the month of October when I met Frank. We hit it off right away and I would always seek him out when I got to the ER to say what's up to him and to talk about our Mustangs and NY. I felt like I knew Frank for years, but I guess that was just the type of person he was, you naturally felt comfortable around him. I was truly saddened to hear of his passing and my heart goes out to his family and friends. I will keep you all in my prayers, God bless.
Elizabeth Williams
December 1, 2007
In memory of my beloved fiancee-
It took me a long time to plan what I wanted to say in this guest book. I thought about the times Frank and I lay in bed exhaustedly trying to go to sleep, but giggling to hard to take it serious, the movie impersonations he did that always made me smile, the romantic songs he wrote and played for me, and the dinners he would plan out usually right after breakfast.I finally found the words in a few Hallmark cards I had given to Frank.One of the first cards I had given to him said, "I remember just what you said to make me fall for you." "I think it was something like, "Hi"." Then a few years later I gave him a Valentine's card that said this, " To the man I love." "There is a hand I love to hold, A face I love to see, There is a voice I love to hear that means the world to me... There is a heart that understands what I am dreaming of... And all of these belong to you, The wonderful man I love." Without Frank I would never understand what true love is, how rich life can be, or how far a friendship can truly go. I will always carry a part of him with me because he helped to create the person I am today.While I figure out how life goes on I know each and every day that I was blessed to have Frank by my side for 8 memorable years.
Another card said what type of son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend he was, it said, "He was someone to count on and believe in, to listen to and learn from...
As I save the best for last,Frank was a incredible father to his boys. One he helped me raise and the other he brought into this world. As the card reads on, "He is a man who puts his family first, a man who lets his children see his love and hear his pride...
He is a man to look up to and live up to every day of your life...
So, Frankie and Logan if your ever feeling down remember your father's (Frank's) love and what he did for you. An one day you will grow up to be men just like him. An when you have children of your own you will begin to feel the deepness of the love that he had for you.
In loving memory,
Your Other Half
Ruth Ann Valeo
November 27, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Debbie Valeo
November 26, 2007
To my loving son, I say these words with a broken heart. I am so filled with anger and I cant understand why this could happen. You and JJ will always be my pride and joy. I sit and think how I will never see that beautiful face or that wonderful smile again. I cant now or will I ever be able to understand why you were taken from us. Your career had just started you had so much love to give and you job was not completed. You were filled with so much love and compassion and everyone who knew you loved you. The only bit of comfort I do have is knowing from all the love and respect that your coworkers felt for you makes me fell so proud to say I am your mother. I know you are with your dad and I know he is so proud of you. I have so many wonderful memories that I will cherish forever and nobody will ever take that away from me. I know a part of you will live on in your son as well as your brother and myself I pray that you will give us the courage and the stength we need at this time to carry on. I hope when the wounds start to heal that as the family gathers together the wonderful memories will start to flood in of all the many special ways you had of making us laugh and making each and everyone a special part of your life. You are and always will be a diamond in the rough. Please frankie give your dad a big hug and a kiss from me and JJ. Forever in my heart I love you Love Mom
Jennifer, Justin, Austin & Owen Perdue
November 25, 2007
Frank was part of my family for 8 short years. Beth and Frank never got the chance to say I do but in their hearts they were as good as husband and wife. Frank was a brother in law to me and Justin and an uncle to Austin and Owen.
We have many great memories of Frank that will be with us forever and I am thankful for that. I know that Christmas eve will never be the same without Frank and his leather pants. I can't wait until Austin grows up and I can tell him about the time when uncle Frank was giving him Fluff and Pepsi. Or when we can tell Owen about the song uncle Frank used to sing to him.
I wish some one could answer that question of why... It seems so unfair. I do know that he is with his dad and in a better place. But he should be here at home with Beth and Logan. I know Frank and he is up in heaven living it up. And waiting until he is with his family again. My heart also goes out to little Frankie, JJ ,his mom and the rest of his family. I know that I feel greatful for having know Frank and that he will remain in our thoughts, prayers and hearts forever. We miss you Frank .
Frankie Valeo
November 23, 2007
Hey its me Frankie, Frank's son. Thank you all for writing about Frank. Its really made me feel better, but I still feel so sad. My dad still lives in all of our hearts, but I still miss him and wish he was still with me, my mom and my whole family. Grandma and Uncle JJ, I hope you will feel better really, really, really, really, really, really fast alright? And all of the rest of you in the family and friends like in the hospital and the fire rescue, the same with you guys and girls. Beth and Logan I hope you get over this real fast ok? I hope you all can feel better about all of this crazy and sad and also surprising stuff going on right now. I love you dad and miss you very, very, very, very, very much. Your son, Frankie
Tareq Almashini
November 23, 2007
Frank was a very talented musician and had a huge heart and a kind soul, he just had so much love and its a vibe that any one can pick up. My last memory of Frank is the last time i got the chance to see him. We were outside of chris parr's house, night time and he wanted me to listen to a song that they just made about frank's father. He sang, "until we fly together again", Frank, until we fly together again brother, were all gonna miss you my man, keep making that music, keep dreaming, and one day we can listen to it together... my heart goes out to his whole family and all his friends....
Sandra Valeo
November 21, 2007
I am Frank's Aunt and I am sooooo proud to be able to say that. Frank was my sunshine. When I knew that he was dropping by his mom's for dinner I used to drop everthing to stop by and spend some time with him. I saw Frank transform into a man and a professional (it seems like overnight). I was definitely part of his fan club and I would brag about him and his accomplishments to anyone that was willing to listen. Frank was the best of the best. He was a kind person and he really loved his family. He had a way of making a dull moment fun. He was just a really good person.
I don't understand why Frank was taken from us so soon. Frank helped people and was dedicated to saving lives and it would seem that he had so much work ahead of him and could do so much good. So the question remains why? I still don't have the answer, but I know that Frank left this world a Hero. I'm not exactly sure how many lives Frank saved, but even if it were only one, that is more than most people will ever accomplish during their lifetimes. Nothing is more admirable than that.
Frank has an 11 year old son. His name is Frank also. Little Frankie, we call him. He is a replica of his dad and Frank definitely lives on through his son and our family is very grateful for that.
I loved Frank with all of my heart and I will miss him tremendously, there are no words.
Until we meet again Sweetie, I'll miss you always.
Aunt Sandy
Aunt Pam,Uncle Ron N Nicky Long
November 17, 2007
Frankie, You were so loved not only by your family but so many others. I am so Proud to have had you for my nephew and my friend. When I needed you,you were always there. I cannot find the words to express all the love myself, Uncle Ronnie and Nicky feel for you. Just as I cannot express how deeply saddened we are for your loss. The only comfort for us now is that we know you are with your Dad. Until the day we are all united again in heaven you will live on in our hearts. Peace be with you sweetie.
Charlie McNulty
November 16, 2007
Frankie I'm gonna miss you brother. I wish you could have been here to witness the birth of my son. You were a great man and an excellent firefighter and I'm glad to call you family. You left us too soon but I know that you will be waiting for us and watching upon us until that day. Nee Nee and I love you so much. I will never forget the time we had with you when you were here with us physically. RIP Frankie V. P.S. You will always be known as a brother of Engine Company 3 up here in New York.
Barby and Jeffrey Storm
November 16, 2007
In the brief time that we knew Frank through our daughter Kim and our son inlaw John his warmth and caring shone through. My heart goes out to his mother and family. May your pain be short and minds be filled with good memories. Our thoughts are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Kimmie Constantine
November 16, 2007
Frankie was just an amazing person. He was so full of life, when you were around him you couldn't help but feel positive. He was always funny and always had a smile on his face. Even though he was my cousin through marriage, he never made me feel that way. He told me how important family was to him, and I know he loved me, my husband John, and my son Sean very much. We are very sad to have lost a cousin and a great friend. We miss Frankie very much and are still in disbelief about all of this. I know that even still Frankie is putting smiles on faces, he was a great man.
Josh Rothenberg
November 16, 2007
I can't say I knew Frank as well as the others but one thing has always remained a constant regarding Frank: In my presence, he never had anything bad to say about anyone. His joys and optimism were contagious as he was always the life of the party. He always had food and drink to serve his people. He always had a good story or funny joke. My only regret was that now I won't be able to know him better. Having Frank for a friend for what little time I did know him was a blessing.
His passing is a loss for all who knew him and a loss for any who had never know him. My condolences to his family and the many he loved most in this world.
Melissa DelConte
November 16, 2007
I worked w Frank at JFK and am still in shock he won't be there to add sunshine
to our day. To the Valeo family you are
in my prayers. Frank was an amazing
guy and will be missed. Melissa DelConte
Daryl Anne Ross
November 15, 2007
Frank and I worked together at JFK. I will miss him so much, he always was such a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with his Family.
silvanie lawrence
November 15, 2007
To the valeo family my pray and thoughts are with you.Remember the memories and keep then in your heart always.Iam so sorry for your love one may god be with the you and your family always.
Tami & Steve Robertson
November 14, 2007
I met Frank while he was working at JFK. He was a wonderful guy with an amazing personality. He will be greatly missed and we are so sorry for your loss.
Nancy Intemann
November 14, 2007
My thoughts and prays go out to the family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss ..May he rest in peace and always be remembered.
Ellen Renza
November 14, 2007
Elizabeth and Logan, I am sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you.
Jennifer Probitsky
November 14, 2007
I was transferred from my job in New York to Florida 2 years ago and was not having a very good time of it. One month later Frank moved in right next door to me. He came over and introduced himself to me and I knew the minute I met him we would become fast friends, and we did. He was the most genuine person I had ever met. Ther were no false pretenses about him, what you saw was what you got. He always had a smile on his face or a kind word to say or something hysterically funny to say.The world will be a sadder place without him but we are all better off for having known him. My heart goes out to his Beth and his family. It was a privelege to have known him.
Michael & Michelle Soriano
November 13, 2007
My wife and I worked with Frankie V in the carpet cleaning business.We loved you Frankie and you will be missed forever.Your passion for life will always be in our hearts. Are thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends.
pie-ya!!!!!!!!!!!!! Frankie
Becky Moskowitz
November 13, 2007
I knew Frank from JFK and I will always remember that smile that he had on his face. It was always there, day after day. If I or anyone was "down", he would crack a joke and make you laugh. He always took time to say hi to ALL of us EMS crews that came in, as he was one of us! He will be missed, but now he is making many others smile!
Emily Cherrington
November 13, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. R.I.P. Frank. You will be missed at the JFK ER!!!
The Family of Christopher Parr
November 13, 2007
I think everyone who knew Frank
loved him. He was a very special
and talented young man, extremely kind hearted and a very good friend to all who knew him. Our hearts grieve with his family for this sudden,untimely loss. May God hold him in the palm of His hand until we all meet again.
Penny Ziminsky
November 13, 2007
Frank was a wonderful guy to work with, he always had a smile and a laugh for everyone. My most sincere sympathy to his family and loved ones. JFK won't be the same.
Cheryl Flah-Kiahon
November 13, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Petra McCollum and Daniel Cardenas
November 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Frank. Frank was such a joy to be around. He never seemed to have a bad day. He genuinely cared and it was obvious that he just loved helping others. He will be missed by the JFK and Fire Rescue Communities.
God has taken you too soon Frank, but it appears that he had bigger and better plans for you. Rest in Peace and keep an eye on your loved ones. They need your strength to get them through this terrible time.
Frank happy to help a good cause - Heart Walk - 2006
Dara and Eric Kashmanian
November 12, 2007
We will always remember Frank as a kind hearted, nuturing, and charasmatic friend. He always knew when to liven up the ER with his many funny vocal imitations and his musical talents were an inspiration to many of us. He did everything with a smile and we were all blessed to have had time getting to know him. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with his family. God has taken him too soon, but a better plan awaits him. Franki V. you will never be forgotten.
David Ortiz
November 12, 2007
Frankie, You will be greatly missed by everyone who met you, the JFK ER, PBCFR and all the people who had the pleasure to have known your great personality, the fact that i never saw you getting mad at anyone and making jokes all the time, we will never forget.
Donna Lacourse
November 12, 2007
A great man will be missed, but he will never be forgotten. God needed him more then we did. I am truly sorry for the family loss. Station 19 will be missing a good brother.
Pam valeo-Long
November 12, 2007
R-I-P- my precious nephew Frankie,we will hold onto the momories forever and cherish every moment we had with you. You will be missed beyond words.
veronica wiksten
November 12, 2007
I am sorry about your lost i had the opportunity to work with frankie at jfk great person will be sadly missed .
Aimee Meehan
November 11, 2007
Frank you will be missed. You always made me smile and I know you made many others smile too. My deepest sympathies to your family and significant other.
Sonny Schoenberger
November 11, 2007
To the Valeo Family. My deepest sympathy, my prayers are with you and with Frankie. I met Frankie at Reid's Firefighter Hero's when he worked at station 68. He used to come in for lunch. I did'nt know him well but he was still a Brother filled with compassion to the fire service. Frankie when you get there PTB.
Sonny Schoenberger
PBGFR
Chantal Ortagus
November 11, 2007
Frank was a great person to know. He always had such an amazing presence about him- always smiling, being helpful- and very full of life. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family...It was a true honor working with him at JFK and the family he had there will miss him very much...
Melissa Thompson
November 11, 2007
I worked with Frank's fiance and met him a couple of times. He was a nice guy and I know that he will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Patricia Barbarino
November 11, 2007
Our Deepest Sympathy and Prayers are with Franks family. Frank,we will miss you,your smiles,your laughter.The ER is not the same.
Bryan Kirshbaum
November 11, 2007
My sadness goes out to those who will never know him. For the rest of us, we were the blessed ones.
I will miss your friendship
Tim Pratt
November 11, 2007
Frank,
We had some great times together and you were always a friend I could count on.
You lived fast and died young - That was the way you once said it would be.
I'll miss you man.
Cory Messer
November 11, 2007
Frank was such a great guy. I met him working at JFK and we later became friends. Frank you will be greatly missed by the people who's lives you touched
The Cardenas Family
November 11, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Rob McCarry
November 11, 2007
Frank my prayers are with you man. I couldn't have made it through medic school without you. You will be missed by all.
Jay and Julie Candusso
November 11, 2007
I knew Frank for 13 years. He was a good father and a great friend. He will be missed. Our prayers and sympathies to his family
Ken and Barbara Kulynyis
November 11, 2007
Frank was one of my son, Paul's, best friends. Frank was such a kind, caring and thoughtful person. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Sandi Lippel
November 11, 2007
You will forever be in my thoughts Frank!
Paul & Tammi Kulynyis
November 11, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Glenn McBride
November 11, 2007
I worked with Franky V @ JFK ER. My Condolences to his family and friends, he truly will be missed.
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