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Frank Nicoletta Obituary
Nicoletta
UTICA
Mr. Frank A. Nicoletta, 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 7, 2013, in the comfort of his home, with his family by his side. Frank was born in Utica on March 4, 1919, son of Salvador and Mary (Alsante) Nicoletta. On November 13, 1943, Frank was joined in marriage to the former Antoinette Teek Era. Frank and Teek shared a blessed and perfect union of over sixty-six years. His beloved Teek passed away on May 7, 2010. Frank was a veteran of WWII, where he served in the Army Medical Corp in the South Pacific. He was employed at the Utica Observer Dispatch for 25 years as a compositor. Franks passion was photography and he became a well-known and celebrated photographer in the local area, preserving family memories through countless portrait and wedding photos. Frank is survived by his two daughters and a son-in-law, Francine Nicoletta and Donna and John Attili; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Frank A. Nicoletta Jr., and John and Kate (Eichler) Nicoletta, all of Utica and Gavin and Jennifer (Hollenback) Nicoletta, of Niskayuna. Frank is also survived by his loving grandchildren, John Attili, Kristin (Attili) Lott and her husband, Ken, Jenna Gross, Alana Nicoletta, Mark Nicoletta, Matthew Nicoletta, and Daniel Nicoletta; step-grandchildren, Elyzabeth Martin and Austyn Lott; brother-in-law, Lyle Sanborn; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by is beloved son, Mark Nicoletta; sisters, Anne (Romano) Orlio and Cecelia (Romano) Sanborn; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Frank and Jane (Era) Macera, and Don and Mary (Era) Cerato. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 12 noon at St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church. The family will greet visitors following the mass. Private interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery. Franks family would like to extend their gratitude to Hospice and Palliative Care, especially Irene Kurtelawcz, for their compassion and support. Please omit floral arrangements and consider donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or Hospice and Palliative Care. Envelopes will be available at church. Arrangements are with The Matt Funeral Home of Utica. Online Memorials at MattFuneralHome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Nicoletta
Jim Arpante
October 31, 2022
Frank (Jake) and Francine,
So sorry to learn of the passing of your mother and father. I have been trying to locate Jake for a long time in hopes I could stop by the old homestead and visit all of you. Your family really took good care of me when I was in Utica and Syracuse - like when Francine provided for me after Phil Taurisano's wedding. I had many wonderful meals with your family at the picnic table in the kitchen. I still have the pastie tins your mother bought for me and her recipe for cassata. I fondly remember when Jake used to visit me in Syracuse. Does Francine still have her Opel? I think she bought it before she got her driver's license. I sure do miss all of you.
Please know that your family is always in my heart and forever in my prayers. God bless all of you.
Chris Furcinito
November 18, 2013
Jake and John so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a wonderful man. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Denise plante
November 14, 2013
Gavin and Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your Dad was a great guy. Both of yo9ur parents were wonderful people. May God be with all of you in your time of grief and sorrow.
Always,
Denise Plante
Stephen Browen
November 12, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss you are in our prayers the Brown's George,Beverly, Candy, Stephen ,and Tammy
November 12, 2013
Dear John, Kate and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May your memories be his special gift to you.
Annette Guido
Guilderland, NY
Peter Mannella
November 11, 2013
Our prayers with Frank's family...he was a wonderful man---a family man---and a truly gifted photographer---he was a "part" of so many of our family's weddings and big events...his life was a gift to us all...God Bless you Frank
Gail Belden-Harrington
November 11, 2013
Dear Francine, Donna and John, John and Kate and family,
So sorry for your loss. Your dad was the best photographer ever and made beautiful memories for a lot of people (especially locals), that will be cherished forever.
Daniel Salsbury
November 11, 2013
To All the Nicoletta Family:
We are so sorry to learn of
Frank's passing. He was truly a wonderful man and such a professional photographer. On the occasions that we look at our wedding album, we always comment on what a wonderful piece of work that he did. A great man with a truly wonderful family. God Bless You All. Dan & Rose
Sharon Smith
November 11, 2013
I worked with Frank at the O-D and he was the photographer at my wedding. Not only did he take wonderful pictures, he kept everything moving smoothly. May God bless and comfort you in your loss.
John Matt,Jr.
November 11, 2013
Dear Frank, Jr., John, Extended family, My sympathies,may he rest in peace.
Rocco & Carol Rositano
November 10, 2013
Dear Jake,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your Father. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
November 10, 2013
Dear Francine, Donna, John and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. May your special memories of your Dad help to soften your grief. With love and hugs, Mary
maureen custodero fumarola
November 10, 2013
Sorry for your loss. He was a very nice man.
Arlene Wilson
November 10, 2013
John & family I'm so sorry for your loss.
Dave and Camille Hanzalik
November 10, 2013
Camille and I are very sorry for your loss. I feel very fortunate that I was able to see Frank when I was there in June. Our best memory was we were fortunate that Frank was the photographer at our wedding. May God bless his whole family and give them strength.
Steve Van Schaick
November 10, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with your family...
Jenna Gross
November 10, 2013
Mema can make her meatballs for you now! I'm jealous! Rest your soul. You're in a better place now. Watch over your Family, especially Dad. I don't know how often I told you, but I love you, Poppy.
Nicole Cozza Siriano
November 9, 2013
Jenna Kate John and the entire family, My thoughts are with all of you through this difficult time xoxox love you all Nicole
Tom an Mary Acey
November 9, 2013
Frank, John, Kate and the entire Nicoletta family,sorry to hear of Frank'spassing. Had many good times with him. He introduced me to chicken riggies many years ago. Always said that your mom made the best. May you have comfort in knowing he is in God's loving arms. Bless you all.
November 9, 2013
Frank was the photographer for The Target Band for many years. A wonderful man and a great photographer. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Brian & Michelle Raehm
LouAnn Paternoster Spatola
November 9, 2013
To the family of Frank especially to John, Kate, Jenna, Alana,& Mark, May the Good Lord help you find comfort during this difficult time. Your Father/Grandfather sores with the Angels now but will forever be with you for eternity.
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