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Frank E. FORTINO

1934 - 2017

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Adair Funeral Homes & El Encanto Memorial Crematory - Avalon Chapel

8090 North Northern Avenue

Oro Valley, Arizona

Frank FORTINO Obituary

FORTINO, Frank E., age 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 20, 2017 at home. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Maria; his son and daughter-in-law, Henry (Juliet) Fortino. Friends and family are invited to the Fortino home on Sunday, September 3, 2017 from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. for an Open House Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Frank's name to Casa de la Luz Hospice. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Aug. 23, 2017.

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Sharon Pollock

August 16, 2019

So hard to believe how many love ones have gone rip my uncle

Elizabeth Smith-Steigerwald

August 24, 2017

RIP Uncle, many memories from younger years when we lived next door to you and also visiting in Arizona. You'll be missed by all your family.

Love,
Your niece Liz

August 24, 2017

So sorry to hear about your Dad. We all grew up within a couple of blocks from each other so we saw our cousins frequently. Of course when we visited Aunt Grace and Uncle Henry, we also saw Frankie..Cousin Gilda DiCaprio

Karen Longo

August 23, 2017

Aunt Mary, and Henry, so sorry! Uncle Frankie, the last of my Mom's brothers will be missed! Uncle Frankie was a trip, I always got a kick out of him! He never held back if he had something to say! I will remember him fondly. Thinking of you both, and hope to see you! Love niece, Karen

August 23, 2017

May God comfort the family during this difficult time.

Cindi Cappuccilli

August 23, 2017

Dear Aunt Mary, Henry and Juliet
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Frankie's passing. He was the kindest, gentlest man. I always loved to go visit him! We are sending our thoughts and prayers to all of you at this difficult time. He is now with his sisters and brothers who loved him dearly.
Love and Hugs
Cindi and Dominick

August 23, 2017

My sincere condolences for your family's loss. Please find comfort at this difficult time,in these strengthening words. Jeremiah 29:11; Rv 20:13

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8090 North Northern Avenue, Oro Valley, AZ 85704

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