Celebrating the life of
Francisco Jose de la Sierra
May 29, 1947 - January 08, 2026
Francisco (Frank) Jose de la Sierra was a beloved husband, father (Dad), grandfather (Papi), brother and family member. He is predeceased by his mother, Otilia Rodriguez Crusellas and his father, Jose Rafael de la Sierra de los Santos, both of Havana, Cuba. Frank met Anne Beasley in 1979, married in 1982, and started a family in 1987. Frank loved spending time with his family beginning when his girls were very young, coaching their soccer, basketball and softball teams. He loved going boating, spending time at the beach, camping and taking his family to the lake every year for fishing and swimming and skiing. He was very involved with their ballet, served on the board of the Savannah Danse Company and assisted with the Company’s performances by arranging for the orchestras to play at the Nutcracker.
Frank was one of the fund raisers for St. Peter the Apostle church and for the additions to St. Peter the Apostle school, as well as serving on the school Auction committee for many years.
Frank was a member of the Islands Exchange Club, Leadership Savannah, St. Peter the Apostle Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was a Board member of Tybee Terrace Cottages and served as President for several years. He was instrumental in getting many improvements made, such as replacing the water and sewer lines, new sidewalks, drainage, and roof repair/replacement.
Frank immigrated from Havana, Cuba, to New York City in 1960. He attended Monsignor McClancey high school and went on to attend Villanova University. He graduated in 1969 with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was employed by the US Army Corps of Engineers in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and then Savannah, Georgia. Frank’s career in Savannah was one filled with many amazing accomplishments regarding relocations of utilities, railroads and parts of small towns to accommodate the development of dams and lakes on the Savannah River. He was instrumental in securing $325 million in contracts for Environmental clean up programs of formerly used Defense sites for all of the Southeast. After his retirement from the Corps, he continued his career in support of the Army as a Project Manager for construction projects at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia, and then again at Installation Management Command in San Antonio for all installations worldwide.
Frank is survived by his wife, Anne, his daughter, Maggie de la Sierra and granddaughters, Sierra-Ruth and Otilia, his daughter, Mercedes de la Sierra, her wife, Nataly, and granddaughter, Elena, and his soon to be grandson. He is also survived by his brother, Rafael de la Sierra and his wife, Maitica, his sister, Cristina Gonzalez and her husband Toni and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He will be remembered as an extremely kind and generous person.
Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 7020 Concord Road, Savannah, GA 31410.
A Memorial Mass will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416, or St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 7030 Concord Road, Savannah, GA 31410.
So deeply saddened by Frank's passing. He was such a great guy and I treasure the memories we have of him. His fight was an inspiration. Praying for peace and comfort for the family.
- Joe and Kitty Rogers, Chatham, VA
Anne, I am so sorry to hear about Frank's passing. I know you and your daughters have so many great memories to hold in your heart.
- Gwen Parker, Canton, Ga
My deepest condolences.
- Susie Russell, Savannah, Georgia
Richard and I send our sincere condolences to Anne, Maggie, Mercedes and all! Richard and I have known Anne and Frank over the years in varying capacities....i have known Anne at least since high school and then Richard worked with Anne and Frank over many years and many projects! But, since 2017, we were lucky enough to be back door neighbors at Tybee Terrace! If you really knew Frank....you would absolutely want him for project manager ....any project....Frank was so very passionate about life....the beach...his family and lucky for us....Tybee Terrace Cottages! Frank, you will be so missed! You were so valiant in your fight and lived a beautiful, well traveled life! Rest easy Friend....and May you Rest in Peace forever!
- Maureen and Richard Simmons, Savannah, GA
Dear Anne, I am so very sorry for your loss. May the angels welcome him to paradise!
- Susan Bunger, Savannah, GA
My condolonces to Anne and family. Frank will be sorely missed by your Tybee Terrace neighbors.
- helen ray, McDonough, Georgia
Alan and I are so sorry to hear this Anne. Much love to you and your family. Frank was a wonderful person and we were lucky to know him.
- Vicki Waters Siefker, Savannah, GA
My condolences to the family and friends. Frank was an awesome and very kind man. I knew him from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for many years. Rest in Perfect Peace.
- Diane Hayward, Savannah, GA
Anne, my deepest sympathy is extended to you and family for your loss of Frank. Praying for your peace and comfort.
- Mary Lee Thompson, Richmond Hill, GA
I am so sad to learn of this. Frank was like a father to me. We spent so many evenings just chatting after work. He was kind, funny, patient, and brilliant among so many other great qualities. He truly helped me get through a rough time in life, and I am forever thankful for the impact he had on me.
- Matthew Kilmer, Ellabell, GA
Anne, I'm so sorry to hear about Frank. He was loved and respected by all who were fortunate enough to know him. I'm in AL and will not be able to attend the memorial but know that I'm thinking of you and your family. My deepest condolences.
- Glynn Richards, Guyton, GA
Anne & family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
- Tricia Lewis, Tybee Island , GA
Anne, I was so sorry to here of Frank's passing. I have fond memories of all of us together on numerous occasions. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family. God grant you strength and peace. Reinee Lynch
- Reinee Lynch, Savannah, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
912-898-0900
- Visitation
- 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Tue, January 13, 2026
- St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church
-
7020 Concord Road (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31410 - 912-897-5156
- Memorial Mass
- 11:00 a.m. on Tue, January 13, 2026
- St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church
-
7020 Concord Road (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31410 - 912-897-5156
