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Frank Albert Romeo
September 9, 1933 - November 14, 2023
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Frank A. Romeo, 90, of Pulaski, PA, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 14, 2023, peacefully at his home. Frank was born at the same location on September 9, 1933, a son of the late Philip Anthony "Tony" and Mary (Zappia) Romeo. Frank was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, the former Florence M. Wanamaker, whom he married on September 25, 1954.
Frank graduated from Union Area High School in New Castle, PA, Class of 1952. He was a lifelong member of St. James the Apostle Parish in New Bedford (later Holy Spirit Parish). From the time he was a young boy, Frank worked in agriculture. As Director of Land Management for Villa Maria Farms, Villa Maria, PA, he provided over 65 years of selfless service for the Sisters of the Humility of Mary.
Although never formally educated in agronomy, he became so accomplished that he was recognized and awarded by various institutions of higher learning, including Penn State and Slippery Rock Universities. He was often requested to participate in lecturing for educational courses at those institutions, along with sharing in several local programs regarding land management and sustainable farming. He worked in various capacities at the Lawrence County Conservation District, including serving as a Director for the District.
Frank was a caring husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed working the land and spending time with his family.
Frank is survived by five children, twin David F. (Devina) Romeo of Bessemer, PA, Daniel E. (Cynthia) Romeo of New Wilmington, PA, Donald M. Romeo of Naples, FL, Diane M. Natale of New Wilmington, PA, and Donna J. (Augustine) Biscardi of Pulaski, PA; ten grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren. He was close to several cousins and is survived by Virginia Serafino, along with a large family in Australia.
Besides his parents and wife, Frank was preceded in death by his twin son, Philip Romeo.
Family and friends may call on Friday, November 17, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home, 270 N. Main Street in Poland, OH. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Holy Spirit Parish - St. Vitus Catholic Church, 910 S. Mercer Street, New Castle, PA with Fr. Joseph McCaffrey officiating. Interment will take place at St. James Cemetery, Villa Maria, PA.
Eternal rest grant unto Frank, O Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
