Frank Russo Obituary

It is with tremendous sadness and a heavy heart that we announce the unexpected and sudden passing of Frank Russo, of Carmel, NY age 74 on October 3, 2023. Born in Ponza, Italy on October 12, 1948, the 3rd of four Children to the late Gemma and Pompeo Russo. At the age of 18, he and his family migrated to New York. Frank then went on to marry the love of his life, Maria Cristo, on May 15,1971, at Immaculate Conception Church in the Bronx. They chose to settle in the Bronx where they started a family, but in 1992 they decided on relocating from the Bronx to Carmel, NY. Together, they were blessed with three wonderful children and 4 grandchildren. Frank has had many jobs throughout his life before coming to the U. S, he was a fisherman in Ponza, Italy. Once in the states he was in the Carpenters Union for 10 years, then serving an additional 32 Years as a Master Carpenter, foreman and iron worker for Metro North. Frank was extremely skilled and proud of his workmanship, He helped to construct the development of the Metro North Railroad. During his free time, he enjoyed landscaping, fishing, reading, listening to all genres of Italian music and with his skilled expertise constructed many projects around the house. Most of all Frank enjoyed spending time with his family. Frank leaves behind his loving wife Maria, his cherished children Gemma (Al), Jackie (Louie) and John; sister Egidia Sandolo, predeceased by his brother Jack Russo and sister Miranda Sandolo, his precious four grandchildren, Nicolette, Alyssa, Gabriella and Anthony; as well as numerous nieces nephews, great - nieces, great-nephews and cousins.