Christine I. Frazzetta
June 25, 2009
GUILDERLAND – Christine I. Frazzetta, 91, of Guilderland, died Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at Albany Medical Center Hospital. Mrs. Frazzetta was born in Bridgeport, CT, and lived for many years in Stamford, CT before moving in retirement to Port Saint Lucie, FL, and then to Guilderland in 1999. Mrs. Frazzetta was a businesswoman and owned several beauty salons in Pound Ridge, NY and Stamford, CT. She also taught Cosmetology and Esthetic Science in the J. M. Wright Technical High School in Stamford. She was a talented sculptor and also enjoyed music, playing the piano, and following world and national political affairs and events. A generous, loving and compassionate woman, she was guided by Divine Spirit and the Ancient Teachings of the Masters throughout her life.
Mrs. Frazzetta was predeceased by her husband Jesse Frazzetta. She is survived by her daughters Christine M. Trainor (Harold) of Hendersonville, NC and Lisa V. Frazzetta of Guilderland; her sister Concetta Greene of Clemmons, NC; her grandchildren Michael Trainor (Adrienne), Thomas Trainor, Steven Trainor (Lisa), Sherry Trainor and Peter Trainor; her great grandchildren Andrew and Cole Trainor, Marshall Trainor, and Billy, Gabrielle and Ethan Trainor; her nieces and nephews Raymond and Benjamin Greene (Christine), Ellen Greene Marzelli (Alan), Nina and Linda Cariri,Victor Cariri (Cheryl), Vincent Frazzetta (Barbara) and Frank Frazzetta; and by many great nieces and nephews.
A memorial gathering and service will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Saturday, July 25, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. A service of remembrance will be celebrated at 4:00 pm. Donations may be made in her memory to the Capital City Rescue Mission, 259 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12201 (http://www.capitalcityrescuemission.com/).
Marie L. Bondi
June 24, 2009
ALBANY – Marie L. Bondi, 89, of Albany, died Sunday, May 10, 2009 in the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Mrs. Bondi was born in Youngstown, OH, but lived in the Capital District since she was a young girl. She was a graduate of Bethlehem High School, and was employed by the New York Telephone Co., Grant’s Dept. Store, and the New York State Division For Youth. She was an avid NY Yankees fan, and a bowler. She bowled in leagues at the ABC and Sunset Lanes. She also was a communicant of St. Margaret Mary’s Church in Albany.
Mrs. Bondi was the wife of the late Anthony J. Bondi. She is survived by her son Gerald A. Bondi (Colleen) of Westmere; her daughter Margaret A. Bondi of Latham; her sister in law Lena LaCavera of Ohio; her grandchildren Dr. Stephanie Robinson (Christopher Robinson, M.D.) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, and Bryan Bondi of Hartford, CT; and her great grandchildren C.J. and Aiden Robinson. She was also a special aunt to Gianna and Dominic Aquino, and was predeceased by her parents Frank and Cosima Zuccaro LaCavera, and her siblings Frances Chera, Joseph LaCavera, Jennie LaCavera, Josephine DiNovo, and Charles LaCavera.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Friday morning at 8:15, and from there to St. Margaret Mary’s Church, Homestead St., Albany, at 9:00. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Rd., Albany, NY 12205.
The family would like to thank Richard DiNovo, Elaine Falzano, Marguerite Gregorie, Mary Anne DiNovo, and the late Paul DiNovo, Mrs. Bondi’s wonderful nieces and nephews, for always being there for our mom. Thank you also to Linda Reidlinger and Theresa Aquino for opening their home to our mom; and heartfelt thanks to Gail Toomer of the Eddy, and the nurses and techs at St. Peter’s Hospital on 4 Nolan-Riddle, 4 Gabrilove, and St. Peter’s Hospice for the wonderful care they gave our mom.
Andrew J. Pezzulo
June 24, 2009
LATHAM – Andrew J. Pezzulo, 90, of Latham, died Saturday, May 30, 2009 at St. Peter’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Pezzulo was born in Albany, and lived in the area all his life. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the European and Pacific Theatre. He attended Siena College, and was employed for many years by the New York State Dept. of Taxation and Finance. He also was a baseball umpire, and a member of the Capital District Baseball Umpires Association.
Mr. Pezzulo is survived by his wife Angela M. Michela Pezzulo; his children Andrew Pezzulo (Doreen Hagerman) of Tucson, AZ, Angela Pezzulo (JR Hotaling) of Schenectady, Thomas Pezzulo of Colonie, Paul Pezzulo (Jeanne) of Latham, and Peter Pezzulo (Teresa) of Guilderland; his brother Joseph Pezzula (Catherine) of Colonie; his sister Alice Scialdone of Rochester; his sisters in law Bessie Pezzula, Marion Pezzulo, and Emma Leonard; ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers Samuel, Anthony, Louis, Ralph, and Armand.
Funeral services will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Wednesday at 12:00 noon, and from there to Christ the King Church, Sumter Ave., Guilderland at 1:00 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited, and may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. The parish family of Christ the King Church will gather at 4:00 pm for a service of prayer and remembrance. All are welcome. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. Those who wish may make a memorial contribution to the “Beacon of Hope Scholarship Fund” Catholic School Office in c/o Nicki Pezzulo, 40 North Main Avenue, Albany, NY 12203.
Our everlasting gratitude…
June 22, 2009
Dear Stephen:
On behalf of my mother and family I would like to thank you and your staff for conducting a beautiful service for my father in June.
All that was important to us, you professionally honored; all that we were unable to think of, you did. To have a loved one treated so respectfully at death means everything to the family. Our everlasting gratitude to you for your caring of my father and all of us. – BB
I appreciate the kindness and thoughtfulness…
June 22, 2009
Dear Stephen:
I appreciate the kindness and thoughtfulness you extended to my family. It was a great honor to participate as I did and of course to wake my mother at home was the ultimate. I will always be grateful for that kindness. – PC
Thank you so much for all you did…
June 22, 2009
Dear Stephen:
Thank you so much for all you did to make a sad time glorious in the Lord. Frances was a great friend and she must have enjoyed looking down on us and telling us that the “best is yet to come!” – EG
You all have been so kind, caring and polite…
June 22, 2009
Hans Funeral Home:
Thank you all for the care you took for our mother. You all have been so kind, caring and polite in answering our questions. You have been prompt, professional and courteous and it is deeply appreciated. Thank you again. – J,J,P
She would be happy with her funeral…
June 22, 2009
Dear Stephen:
On behalf of my brothers and sisters I would like to thank you for caring so respectfully for my mother’s remains and for so professionally conducting her funeral service.
She picked your funeral home for my father because of the comfortable, homey environment you provide. I know she would be happy with her funeral as arranged by you.
We miss her but you made saying good-bye tolerable. – BFB
Thank you for providing a wonderful setting…
June 22, 2009
Dear Mr. Hans:
Judy and I want to thank you for providing a wonderful setting for Agnes’ funeral. She looked so beautiful in her periwinkle dress, with her hair, nails and makeup to her liking! My dad will fall in love with her all over again!
We appreciated you guidance along the way and will certainly recommend your establishment to others. – NK