Frank E. Costanzo
November 22, 1941 ~ August 1, 2019
DANVERS – Frank (Frankie) E. Costanzo, 77, passed away on August 1, 2019 in his home. He was the loving husband of the late Marilyn (Malo) Costanzo.
He is survived by his two loving children and their spouses, John and Melinda Costanzo of North Reading and Lisa and Jess Hinkle of Connecticut, and his grandson, Jesse.
Born in Lynn on November 22, 1941, Frank was the son of the late Emilio and Rose (Catania) Costanzo. He was predeceased by his sister, Grace Thompson of Las Vegas, Nevada.
He was raised and educated in Lynn and graduated from Lynn English High School. Frank was a master electrician and owned and operated Minigell Electric in Danvers. He was a Danvers resident for almost 50 years and active within his community. He was a member of the Lions Club, Rotary Club, and the Danvers Touchdown Club, where he volunteered his time and raised funds for numerous local charities.
Frank lived life to the fullest. He woke up each morning with a smile on his face. When he walked into a room he lit it up and made everybody he encountered feel special. He was eternally optimistic and always there for his family and friends. He had a great sense of humor and enjoyed a good practical joke. But it was his warmth and ability to make everybody in his company feel good, no matter what else they had going on in their life. He loved vacationing with his family and large circle of friends and was always planning for his next adventure. Frank had a zest for life and enjoyed hosting poker games, meeting old friends for lunch, and occasional trips to nearby casinos. A true original, Frank will always be remembered as the man, the myth, the legend.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Frank at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at the Polish Club, 12 Cheever Street, Danvers. Relatives and friends are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank’s name to the Danvers Lions Club or the Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970.
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I have many wonderful memories of growing up with Frank and all of our friends in Lynn. We all belonged to CYO and were always together as a group. Marilyn,Jim, Joanne, Tom, Sonny, Ellie,Gracie, Fuzzy ,Ann, Frankie, Ginny, Andy and so many more. They were the great times with great friends. I am thankful for the memories and will miss my friend Frank.
Rest easy Frank, I had a lot of fun times playing poker with you
Some of my best memories are of the days we all were members of the Holy Family Church CYO. Frank, Marilyn, Joanne, Tom, Sonny, Ellie, Jim, Ginny, Fuzzy, Grace, Rosalie, Andy, Ann and Frank, Arnie and so many more. The dances in the basement of the church, ice skating in the rink behind the church, or trip to American Bandstand and Boston Ballroom, and so many more memories. Too many to list here. I will always remember Frankie Costanzo. He was always one of the best guys in our group. You will be missed dear friend. Love, Andrea Procopio Sparks
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There was never a day when I would see Frankie that he would always make me laugh. I will always remember his smiling face and all the joking he would do. The best was the midgets… RIP Frankie you will be missed by so many people. My thoughts are with Johnny, Lisa and family you lost a big part of your lives I’m so sorry keep your heads up and always remember Frankie will always be with you all.
As it has been said and will continue to be said.. he lit up a room! He Made you feel good and truly was the myth the man the legend.
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John and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Peace be with you.
John and Maggie McLaughlin
The Otovic Family
It was always a pleasure when I saw Frank sitting, smiling at a poker table. He constantly seem to have a never-ending, positive glow around him. Great guy!! RIP Frank. Tom T.
Big love to Johnny, Lisa & family. You were blessed with great parents whom, luckily enough, were also your friends. I’m blessed to have this with my Mom. I can’t imagine the deficit. Can’t replace a true original like Frankie as the mold was broken…and God only makes a few of these fine specimens. Always an open door policy at the house, he made everyone feel welcome, comfortable and definitely entertained! Glasses and bellies were always full. So many fun parties, trips and cruises I’ll remember always. Blessed to know you, Frankie Costanzo. RIP. Love you to pieces. XOXOXO
Our deepest sympathy. We have have such fond memories of the fun we had with your Dad and Mom. Hope your memories of special times bring you comfort.
Dana and Shirley Foye
John and Lisa, So sorry for your great loss. first your Mom and now your Dad. A sad day for you and for all of us who knew and loved them both.The weekends spent with us and other of our mutual friends in Danvers will never be forgotten. A greater friend than Frank no one ever had.
Much love,
Larry & Marj Clay
Frankie always had a smile on his face and had a good time wherever he was. He gave the best hugs and he always made you feel special. We will miss him.
Our love and sympathy to John, Melinda and your family.
Lisa and Kevin