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Francis J. "Frank" Caruso obituary, DuBois, PA

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Francis Caruso Obituary

Francis J. "Frank" Caruso, 86, of DuBois, PA, passed away at Christ the King Manor.

He was the son of Frank J. and Marrion E. (Carroll) Caruso, born March 1, 1939, in DuBois, PA.

Frank graduated in 1957 from St. Catherine's High School. He attended St. Vincent College in Latrobe, PA. Frank left college early to pursue his true passion, serving his country as a member of the United States Coast Guard. He served his country for over 20 years and attained the rank of Senior Chief Petty Officer. His military specialty was in gunnery instructions throughout his career.

He was a member of Holy Spirit Parish (St. Catherine of Siena), and he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Frank is survived by a loving family, sisters, Mary Ann Cook of DuBois, Cathie (Larry) Gallagher of Brentwood, TN; a brother, John (Janet) Caruso of DuBois; two nephews, Warren (Meg) Caruso and Michael (Gretchen) Caruso; a niece, Annette (Steve) Davis; two great-nieces, Gabrielle (Grant) Schirmer, Hanah Caruso; one great-nephew, Jonathan Keen.

He was preceded by his parents and a brother, Joseph Caruso.

Friends and family will have a time of viewing on Monday, August 11, 2025, at the Holy Spirit Parish Church from 9 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. with the Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11 a.m. with Msgr. Richard Siefer as celebrant.

Full military honors will be accorded by the DuBois Area Honor Guard from the church.

Burial will take place in St. Catherine's Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ the King Manor, 1100 W. Long Ave., DuBois, PA or DuBois Central Catholic School, 200 Central Christian Road, DuBois, PA.

The Adamson Funeral Chapel & Crematorium is entrusted with the arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at adamsonfuneral.com.

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

Published by Tri-County Sunday on Aug. 9, 2025.

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Susan Pitrone

August 11, 2025

I am so sorry to learn of Franks passing. I remember him walking and being so kind to all. My children loved his presence at St Catherine“s and DCC. My love and prayers to the family.

Ron Stojek Simpsonville, SC

August 9, 2025

John & Janet - I was saddened to read of Frank's death. Please know that Frank all of your dear family will be remembered in my daily Rosary. My Deepest Sympathy,

STANLEY PASIERB

August 9, 2025

SORRY TO HEAR OF FRANCIS PASSING I REMEMBER HIM

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