Frank Mendicino (1937-2026)

Frank Mendicino, 88, of White Township, passed away peacefully on October 24th, 2026, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden.

He was born in Beaver Falls on December 31st, 1937, a son of the late Francesco and Elena (Puteri) Mendicino.

Frank was a veteran of the United States Army and a skilled carpenter who took pride in building beautiful furniture for the people he loved. He was a man who appreciated the simple things in life and enjoyed quiet afternoons on his porch swing and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, June (Yorko) Mendicino, his siblings: Joseph Mendicino, Rose (Weido) Omogrosso, Phyllis (Nick) Pasco, Frances (James) Boyle, and Mary Mendicino; as well as a brother-in-law, Franklin Namath.

He is survived by his daughters, Judy (David) Planz and Gina (Thomas) Sulkowski, his grandchildren, Samantha (Michael) Love, Sydney Planz and Alexa (Patrick) Kenny, a sister, Edith Namath, a sister-in-law, Barbara Mendicino, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends will be received on Monday, October 26th from 5-7 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Departing prayers will be offered in the funeral home on Tuesday, October 27th at 9:30 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 A.M. at St. Monica Church, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Fr. John Naugle will serve as celebrant.

Interment will be private in St. Mary’s Cemetery, 2152 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Frank’s honor may be directed to Good Samaritan Hospice, 116 Browns Hill Road, Valencia, PA 16059, or Concordia at Villa St. Joseph, 1030 W State Street, Baden, PA 15005.

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