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Francis Grassi Obituary
Endicott - Francis Edward Grassi, 82, of Endicott, New York, passed away on August 27, 2019.
He was born to parents Frank and Angie, on July 02, 1937 in Endicott, New York.
Francis is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rosemarie (DiTommaso), his children, Francis (Tracy), Christopher (Jessie), Martin, and Angelo (Paula), his grandchildren, Mark, Alec and Andrew, his great granddaughter Madison, his siblings Filly Hubble, Joanne (Nick) Florini, Dennis Grassi and Kathie Grassi, beloved in-laws and many loving cousins, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends. He was preceded by his father, Frank, his mother, Angie, his daughter, Cara Mia, his brother, Angelo, as well as many beloved uncle's, aunt's, and cousins.
Francis graduated from Union Endicott High School in 1956. He met Rosemarie in 1957 and they were married on May 9, 1959 in Endicott, New York. Together they raised five children, teaching them the importance of hard work and unconditional love. Francis dedicated his life to running the family business, supporting his family and helping others. He was a talented carpenter who spent countless hours building houses and making furniture for family and friends, never expecting anything in return. Francis loved spending time with his family, hunting and making wine, often combining all of his loves into wonderful family celebrations.
A Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 12 Noon, at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church 701 W. Main St., Endicott, New York 13760. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Johnson City. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday from 10:00 AM until time of Mass at 12 Noon. The Grassi family would like to extend our gratitude to all of the staff at Wilson Memorial Hospital for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Francis' name to the Special Olympics of New York.
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August 31, 2019
Sincerest sympathy to the Grassi Family,
Joe and Gloria Greco
Lisa Marie Pasquale
August 31, 2019
Wishing you all comfort in happy memories of Fran and wishing him surpassing peace.
Donna Ripic
August 30, 2019
Thinking of your family. Long live his memories and the love he shared.
Donna Ripic
August 30, 2019
Thinking of your family. Long live his memories and the love he shared.
August 30, 2019
Chris, Jessie, and Family,
Our condolences at this difficult time. We are thinking of you.
Anne , Andrea, and Glenn Jr.
Angelo & Mary Lou Mollo
August 29, 2019
Rosemarie and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Paul & Pat Wiederman Musa
August 29, 2019
Dear Rosemarie and Family..so very sorry to learn of Frans passing. God give you the strength you need at this difficult time and may He bless you all.
Joanne Zemberi
August 29, 2019
Rosemarie and boys, I am so sorry to learn that Fran has passed away. He was a wonderful man and your family and ours shared many great times and made great memories as neighbors. How fortunate we were to be neighbors. Fran had such a beautiful smile and a quick laugh and I always had fun when he was turning the barrels while making wine. He was a huge role model for you 4 boys and passed his work ethic on to each of you. How lucky we have been to have him our lives.Joanne Zemberi
Tony Petrolle
August 29, 2019
Dear Rosemarie and family.....Please accept my sincerest condolences over your loss of Fran. He was a good man and friend. May he rest in peace.
Glen, Mike, Marie, Therese Grassi
August 29, 2019
Dear Rosemarie,
You and your family are in our prayers. We have many fond memories with you and cousin Fran. Fran was such a kind person with a beautiful smile that reflected the beauty of his soul.
With much love in Christ - Glen Grassi, Mike Grassi, Therese Eastham and Marie Hall
In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may they rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.
Amen.
Neal Berkey
August 29, 2019
Family and friends of Francis Grassi,
I am sorry for your loss.
Neal Berkey
D Westcott
August 29, 2019
I remember Mr. Grassi from many years gone by. Wonderful man, who always had a smile for everyone. In deepest sympathy.
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