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- Frank M. Massaro, 87, of Lewiston, NY passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility in Niagara Falls, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Dominic and Rose (Falcone) Massaro.
Frank graduated from Niagara Falls High School and attended Niagara University. On June 21, 1952, he married Dolores C. "Dorie" (Zito) Massaro at St. Joseph Church in Niagara Falls, NY. Mrs. Massaro predeceased him on August 4, 2011. Frank served as assistant director of Public Works for the City of Niagara Falls, NY from 1960 until 1963. From 1963 until 1993 he served as secretary and treasurer of Sicoli & Massaro, Inc. in the Town of Niagara. Among the many area notable projects constructed under Frank’s experienced guidance were the former Pilot Field (now Coca-Cola Field) in Buffalo, NY; Harry Abate Elementary School in Niagara Falls, NY; Lewiston Master Sewer Project; Steuben County Office Building in Bath, NY, and many other construction projects throughout Niagara Falls and Niagara County.
Frank was a very generous man in giving of his time and talents in the support of community and civic organizations. He served as former director of the Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club, a member of Sertoma International Club, and served as an officer with the Lions Club; all in Niagara Falls, NY. He was also a past member of the Niagara Frontier Country Club and Niagara Falls Country Club. Frank was an avid New York Yankees fan, golfer, and liked traveling. Most importantly he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. His kindness and generosity will never be forgotten.
Mr. Massaro is survived by three children, Dominic (Sherry) Massaro of Lewiston, NY, Sharon (Robert) Tasner of North Tonawanda, NY, and Dr. Frank (Maureen) Massaro of Penfield, NY; nine grandchildren, Nicholas, Allie, Dominic, Nicole (David) Kuna, Robert, Joseph, Julia, Ava, and Adrianna; two great-grandchildren, Jaxson and Logan Kuna; four siblings, Ann (late Sam) Russo, Mary (late Benjamin) Sicoli, Richard (late Joyce) Massaro, all of Lewiston, NY and Angelo (Louise) Massaro of Niagara Falls, NY; his sister-in-law, Carol Lis of Lewiston, NY; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by one sister, Angeline (Arthur of Rushford, NY) Marinucci; and one brother, Dominick (Joy of Lewiston,NY) Massaro.
Visitation on Monday from 3-8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Rd., Niagara Falls, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 12th at 10:00 AM at St. Peter's R.C. Church, 620 Center St., Niagara Falls, NY with Rev. Msgr. David LiPuma officiating. EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to DeGraff Adult Day Care Center, 3780 Commerce Ct., North Tonawanda, NY 14120 or Alzheimer's Association of WNY, 2805 Wehrle Dr., Suite 6, Williamsville, NY 14221.
Please visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register.
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