Celebrating the life of
Francis Joseph "Frank" Finocchiaro
August 01, 1926 - March 11, 2011
- Savannah - Francis Joseph Finocchiaro, died at home, March 11, 2011, after a long and courageous battle with ALS. Frank was born in Savannah, on August 1, 1926, son of the late Alfio Finocchiaro and Concetta Rizza Finocchiaro. He graduated from Marist School; Benedictine Military School, Class of '44; Armstrong Junior College and Emory University. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard LST 177 in the Mediterranean.
Frank was employed by Savannah Bank & Trust Company in 1952 and retired as a Vice President after 40 years of dedicated service. He is remembered by many as manager of the Stephenson Avenue Branch, where he made numerous friends. Frank was later associated with The Savannah Bank, where he enjoyed working alongside colleagues, S.T. McTeer and Don Amerson for 18 years.
A life-long communicant of The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Frank was a faithful member of the Men's Choir for 50 years. He was a founding member of The Italian Heritage Society and The Italian Society of Savannah. He was also a past member of the Savannah Italian Club and the Exchange Club. Frank served as Treasurer on the charter boards of Hospice Savannah and The Rose of Sharon. He also served on the board of the Savannah Food Bank.
A very kind and gentle man, Frank will be missed by many. He loved his faith and family above all. He was a devoted husband, loving father and proud grandfather. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Michael A. Finocchiaro and precious granddaughter, Mary Theresa Finocchiaro.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Fulton Finocchiaro, children, Thomas Melanie Finocchiaro; Michael Pam Finocchiaro; Ann Finocchiaro LaRossa; and Mary Neal Sweeney, of Atlanta. Grandchildren - Christina and Maria Finocchiaro; David and Monica Finocchiaro; Francis and Edward LaRossa; Daniel, Clare and Moira Sweeney; and Paul Penny Maggioni. Sister-in-law, Mary Cathryn Finocchiaro, brother-in-law, Thomas Fulton and wife Miriam, many nieces and nephews, and many dear and loved cousins. His four grandsons will serve as pall bearers.
The family would like to thank Hospice Savannah and Caregivers, Angel Allen and Patsy Johnson for their exceptionally gentle and loving care.
Rosary on Sunday, at 6:00 pm, followed by visitation, at Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, at 10:00 am, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
Burial will follow in Bonaventure Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Benedictine Military School, or Hospice Savannah.
Please sign our online guestbook at www.foxandweeks.com
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Dear Finocchiaro Family: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and may the comforting powers of our God bring you solice. Steve Spellman and the entire St. Pius X Catholic High School Family.
- Steve Spellman, Atlanta, GA
My deepest sympathy to the family. He was a great american.
- Murray K. Barnard, A.I.A., Savannah, GA
our prayers are with you.
- Mary Sweeney, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Dear Mary and Family, Savannah has lost a true gentleman.Tom knew Frank for many years and highly respected him personally and professionally.No one could ever have an unkind word about Frank.We join you in your sorrow and please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Finocchiaro, Michael, Mary and all the family, so many memories and such sadness at learning of the loss of Mr. Frank. From the 39th to 41st Streets neighborhood, to Blessed Sacrament and to my early years in banking, it seems like Mr. Frank was always a presence, ever kind and such a gentleman. My sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful man. May God bless you and comfort you.
- Ann Haslam Mason, Asheboro, NC
After being out of town for several days, I returned home this afternoon and read with much sadness Mr. Frank's name in the newspaper. He was an outstanding man and will be missed by many. Ann, Mike and the entire family are in my prayers as your faith in God supports and sustains you now and in the days to come. What a wonderful consolation as Christians to know that we will see our precious loved ones again one day.
- Janey Welch, Savannah, GA
What a blessing to have known Mr. Frank. If all men were like Mr. Frank the world would be at peace,the church could abolish confession. I know I will never meet another man like him again. I remember blessed sacrament lent mass 30 + years ago 6:30 am Mr.Frank praying for somebody. He will never be forgotten.
- O.C.Welch III, Savannah, GA
i have many fond memories of times we spent together with the Fultons. Steve's Connecticut wedding and Becky's Savannah wedding are among those memories. Frank was a delightful friend and I shall miss him.
- Marianne Burton Boyd, Louisville, LA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire sweet family. Brian, Kris, Abbey and Connor.
- The Kolodziej Family, Atlanta, GA
Mr. Finocchiaro, will be missed by many. He was a wonderful man and friend. My parents had fond memories of him and the help he gave them in their business. May his memory be eternal. Our deepest symphathy, Cathy & Ben Berry along with my Mom Clarice Nichols widow of Nicholas John Nichols.
- Cathy Berry, Savannah, GA
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of your dear father.
- Ann and Fred Angulo, Decatur, GA
Please accept my most profound sympathy. I will forever remember working with Frank at the Stephenson Avenue Branch of Savannah Bank and Trust. I had no clue what I was doing so I had plenty of time to observe Frank handle the masses of customers that flocked to him for help , advice and support. He was like watching an artist while he made dreams come true for his customers and friends. I learned a little banking from Frank but I learned much more about being a concerned and giving human being. God will take care of you Frank as you took care of every life you touched along your way!
- Richard Osborne, Savannah, GA
We have such wonderful memories of Frank starting with the building of the Stephenson Savannah Branch Bank.He was always a great friend to us and family.He will be greatly missed by many people.May Our Lord give confort to his family.We send our deepest sympathy to them.
- Joseph and RolandeTurzillo, Granite Falls, NC
We send our sincerest sympathy to your family. We loved Mr. Finocchiaro, he was a very kind and wise man. Sharon and Lisa
- Sharon Stinogel and Lisa Carr, Fairfield, IA
I have known Mr. Frank all my life, from a little boy who hung out at the Italian Club out at Bonna Bella to now as President of the Italian Society, Frank was a charter member of the Savannah Italian Society and his presence at our meetings will be deeply missed. I knew Frank as a kind and generous man who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it! Please accept the Iocovozzi family condolences for this sad loss.. Kim Iocovozzi
- Kim Iocovozzi, Savannah, GA
I remember one day sitting outside with my granddaddy, enjoying being with him. He could still get around at this time but it took him a long time and much effort to get anywhere. He asked me if I wanted a root beer float. I said yes, but that I would get it, but he insisted that he would make it for me. A small memory to be sure, but I remember thinking how much work it had to be for him to go back into the house, much less make me something and bring it back. It was always important to him to make everyone feel loved no matter what the cost to himself. And that was what I loved about him! Thank you for being the best Granddaddy in the world! I will always love and miss you. I promise I will be good! :
- Tina Finocchiaro, , GA
I met Frank thru the Italian Society of Savannah. As a retiree from New York I was delighted to fine new friends Whom I could share my pride of Italian Heritage. Three years in a row I was given the resposibilty of auditing our financials and recorded minutes with Frank as one of my committee members. How could you not respect and love a man who obviously gave so much over the years and yet, was willing to do more. What a wonderful example of living and giving Frank exhibited in just the 3 years I was fortunate to meet and befriend him. I consider myself lucky to have known him. My sincere condolences and prayers are sent to his beautiful wife and family.
- Lou Molella, Savannah, GA
Dear Finocchiaro Family: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and may the comforting powers of our God bring you solice. Steve Spellman and the entire St. Pius X Catholic High School Family.
- Steve Spellman, Atlanta, GA
My deepest sympathy to the family. He was a great american.
- Murray K. Barnard, A.I.A., Savannah, GA
our prayers are with you.
- Mary Sweeney, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Dear Mary and Family, Savannah has lost a true gentleman.Tom knew Frank for many years and highly respected him personally and professionally.No one could ever have an unkind word about Frank.We join you in your sorrow and please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
- Tom and Judy Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Mrs. Finocchiaro, Michael, Mary and all the family, so many memories and such sadness at learning of the loss of Mr. Frank. From the 39th to 41st Streets neighborhood, to Blessed Sacrament and to my early years in banking, it seems like Mr. Frank was always a presence, ever kind and such a gentleman. My sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful man. May God bless you and comfort you.
- Ann Haslam Mason, Asheboro, NC
After being out of town for several days, I returned home this afternoon and read with much sadness Mr. Frank's name in the newspaper. He was an outstanding man and will be missed by many. Ann, Mike and the entire family are in my prayers as your faith in God supports and sustains you now and in the days to come. What a wonderful consolation as Christians to know that we will see our precious loved ones again one day.
- Janey Welch, Savannah, GA
What a blessing to have known Mr. Frank. If all men were like Mr. Frank the world would be at peace,the church could abolish confession. I know I will never meet another man like him again. I remember blessed sacrament lent mass 30 + years ago 6:30 am Mr.Frank praying for somebody. He will never be forgotten.
- O.C.Welch III, Savannah, GA
i have many fond memories of times we spent together with the Fultons. Steve's Connecticut wedding and Becky's Savannah wedding are among those memories. Frank was a delightful friend and I shall miss him.
- Marianne Burton Boyd, Louisville, LA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire sweet family. Brian, Kris, Abbey and Connor.
- The Kolodziej Family, Atlanta, GA
Mr. Finocchiaro, will be missed by many. He was a wonderful man and friend. My parents had fond memories of him and the help he gave them in their business. May his memory be eternal. Our deepest symphathy, Cathy & Ben Berry along with my Mom Clarice Nichols widow of Nicholas John Nichols.
- Cathy Berry, Savannah, GA
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of your dear father.
- Ann and Fred Angulo, Decatur, GA
Please accept my most profound sympathy. I will forever remember working with Frank at the Stephenson Avenue Branch of Savannah Bank and Trust. I had no clue what I was doing so I had plenty of time to observe Frank handle the masses of customers that flocked to him for help , advice and support. He was like watching an artist while he made dreams come true for his customers and friends. I learned a little banking from Frank but I learned much more about being a concerned and giving human being. God will take care of you Frank as you took care of every life you touched along your way!
- Richard Osborne, Savannah, GA
We have such wonderful memories of Frank starting with the building of the Stephenson Savannah Branch Bank.He was always a great friend to us and family.He will be greatly missed by many people.May Our Lord give confort to his family.We send our deepest sympathy to them.
- Joseph and RolandeTurzillo, Granite Falls, NC
We send our sincerest sympathy to your family. We loved Mr. Finocchiaro, he was a very kind and wise man. Sharon and Lisa
- Sharon Stinogel and Lisa Carr, Fairfield, IA
I have known Mr. Frank all my life, from a little boy who hung out at the Italian Club out at Bonna Bella to now as President of the Italian Society, Frank was a charter member of the Savannah Italian Society and his presence at our meetings will be deeply missed. I knew Frank as a kind and generous man who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it! Please accept the Iocovozzi family condolences for this sad loss.. Kim Iocovozzi
- Kim Iocovozzi, Savannah, GA
I remember one day sitting outside with my granddaddy, enjoying being with him. He could still get around at this time but it took him a long time and much effort to get anywhere. He asked me if I wanted a root beer float. I said yes, but that I would get it, but he insisted that he would make it for me. A small memory to be sure, but I remember thinking how much work it had to be for him to go back into the house, much less make me something and bring it back. It was always important to him to make everyone feel loved no matter what the cost to himself. And that was what I loved about him! Thank you for being the best Granddaddy in the world! I will always love and miss you. I promise I will be good! :
- Tina Finocchiaro, , GA
I met Frank thru the Italian Society of Savannah. As a retiree from New York I was delighted to fine new friends Whom I could share my pride of Italian Heritage. Three years in a row I was given the resposibilty of auditing our financials and recorded minutes with Frank as one of my committee members. How could you not respect and love a man who obviously gave so much over the years and yet, was willing to do more. What a wonderful example of living and giving Frank exhibited in just the 3 years I was fortunate to meet and befriend him. I consider myself lucky to have known him. My sincere condolences and prayers are sent to his beautiful wife and family.
- Lou Molella, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
