Frank A. Fragale, 78, Emporium, PA Native
Frank A. Fragale passed away on December 31, 2023 at age 78. He was born in Emporium, PA to the late, Michael and Anna Fragale. He was also predeceased by his wife, Nanci Fragale; brothers, Michael and Jennie and James and Janice Fragale; sister, Mary Lou Fragale; nephews, Pete Fragale.
Frank is survived by his daughters, Aletha (Charlie) Fragale-Steehler and Christine (Michael) VanDemortel; grandchildren, Angela (Jake) Stacy, Anthony Mosca, Emilee (Aaron Maltese) VanDemortel, and Ryan VanDemortel; great-grandchildren, Jaxson and Karter Mosca, Judah and Iris Stacy; siblings, Marlene (Chuck) Farren and John Fragale; several nieces, nephews, and other family.
Frank Lived in the Rochester area for over 50 years. However, Emporium was always Home. There was nothing more important to Frank than his family. Frank was an avid Hunter…Deer, Duck, Turkey, it did not matter as long as he was out with nature and family and friends. He Loved his annual “Fishing Trips” back home to the “Rats Nest” with his Brothers. Frank spent the majority of his career at Artcraft Optical. Where not only did he manage the business, he also molded and changed the lives of so many.
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