Obituary Overview
In Loving Memory
DEGAZIO Frank- Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 28th, 2018 at Royal Rose Place at the age of 83. Beloved husband of 64 years to Julie. Devoted father of Daniel (Josée), Frank Jr. (Tina), John, Julie (Gar) O’Neal. Cherished papa of Frank T., Jacob O’Neal, Tyler, Josh, Amanda, Leah O’Neal, and Breanne O’Neal. Great grand papa of Domenic, Myla, Evelyn, Levi and Adeline. He is survived by his brother Bruno Degazio of Niagara Falls and his many nieces, nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers Domenic and John and his parents Domenic and Maggie (nee Serianni) Degazio. Frank retired from the Foundry at General Motors in 1993. Prior to his career at GM he was an accomplished professional boxer where he trained at the Flamingo Boxing Club in Niagara Falls. He founded the first professional and amateur boxing club in Welland in the early 70’s and trained many of our Ontario and Canadian Champions. Frank was proud of each and every person that walked through the door and boxed
for the club. He was selected as Coach of the Year as well as Sportsman of the Year (1979) for the city of Welland.
Most recently he was inducted into the Niagara Legends Boxing 2014. Frank’s family wished to extend a heartfelt thank you to Lennie Aubertin and Frank Paulo for your many visits and comfort. Thank you to Sharrin Ross, Roxy Hill and Cid from the Royal Rose for all your care and attention for Frank. Family and friends are invited to J.J. Patterson & Sons Funeral Residence 19 Young St Welland on Thursday, November 1, 2018 from 2-4 p.m & 6-8 p.m. Father Nick Deak will conduct the prayer vigil at 6 p.m. A Funeral service will be celebrated in the chapel Friday morning at 11 a.m. Memorial donations in Frank’s memory may be made to the Open Arms Mission, Fifth Street Welland. Online memories and condolences at www.jjpatterson.ca As a memorial tribute, a tree will be planted through The Niagara Woodlands Restoration Program. A tree grows – memories live.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Frank Degazio 2018..
Death notice for the town of: Welland, Province: Ontario
Johnny and Degazio Family:
I recently heard about the loss of your wonderful dad. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless you. Gemma