Franco DeRose October 02, 1942 – May 16, 2019 Share this obituary Send Sympathy Gifts Sign Guestbook| Send Sympathy Card It is with great sadness the family of Franco DeRose, age 76, of Mahopac, New York announces he was called home to the Lord on May 16, 2019. Franco was born on October 2, 1942 to the late Pasqualina and Francesco DeRose in Lattarico Comune Di Cosenza, Italy, born the only boy to his family of 3 sisters and loving parents. He would have many happy years in Italy and it would be here he would meet and marry the love of his life Giulia and together they would immigrate to the United States where they would raise their son Frank and Daughter Paola. Mr. DeRose was proud of his Italian heritage and equally proud to be an American. He talked fondly of his upbringing in Italy and of the opportunities this country gave to him and the life he was able to provide for his family. Franco was a dedicated family man, he was a pillar of strength to his family and although he was sick for many years his stubbornness outweighed his ailments. On his good days he could be found making friends with anyone who crossed his path, chatting up fellow customers at the grocery store or talking to the neighbors, on his bad days he could still be famously seen giving a thumbs up and when asked how he was doing he would always reply by saying he was ½ and ½, and telling doctors he was made of steel. He lived life to the fullest. He loved taking pictures of his family and taking his luck to the Off Track Betting and lotto. He could be found in his favorite chair with his trusted side kick Bailey, who was never far from his side. Franco was proud to become a grandfather and this was possibly his most treasured role. Family and friends will miss his larger than life personality, the love he gifted them and his ability to be a friend to all. Franco is survived by his loving wife of over 54 years Giulia. As well he is survived by his adoring children his son Frank DeRose and daughter in law Lisa of New York and his daughter Paola DiFuccia and son in law Riccardo of New York. In addition he is survived by his three precious grandchildren Francesco, Daniella and Isabella. He is also survived by his sister Nilla Arena of Italy. He is predceased by his sisters Anna Federico and Rosetta DeRose. A visitation will be held on Sunday between the hours of 1pm to 5pm at Cargain Funeral Homes Inc. 418 Route 6 (GPS 418 US 6) Mahopac, New York. (845) 628-5655. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on 11am at St. Lucy Church 833 Mace Ave. Bronx, NY. Following Mass Franco will be brought to his final resting place at the St. Raymond Cemetery Bronx, New York. www.cargainfuneralhomes.com SERVICES Visitation Sunday, May 19, 2019 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Cargain Funeral Homes, Inc. 418 Route Six Mahopac, NY 10541 Get Directions on Google Maps Funeral Mass Monday, May 20, 2019 11:00 AM St. Lucy’s Church 833 Mace Ave. Bronx, New York Get Directions on Google Maps Following Mass Franco will be brought to his final resting place at St. Raymond Cemetery in the Bronx, NY. Print Obituary Sign Guestbook Name: Location: Video: Image: Light A Candle Candle 1 Candle 2 Candle 3 Candle 4 Email: Please keep my message private Personal Message: Personal Message (required) Confirm: Submit Guestbook entry
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Franco DeRose October 02 1942 May 16 2019.
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Death notice for the town of: Carmel, state: New York