Frank Joseph “Hot Dog†DeLucia, 86, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of 65 years to Mary Massimino DeLucia. Born in New Haven on October 3, 1925; son of the late Dominic and Maria Carfora DeLucia. Frank served his country faithfully in the U.S. Navy during WW II and had worked for Simkin Industries for 47 years until his retirement. He loved to go crabbing & fishing; was a former coach for three generations for North Haven Babe Ruth, Dom Aitro and Max Sinoway baseball. Frank was a member of the Yakawa’s Friendship Club for many years and most of all was always there for his family whom he loved and adored. Father of Mary Ann DeMatteo (Bill) and Frank DeLucia (Florence). Grandfather of Therese DeMatteo Fleck, Bill DeMatteo, Robin, Frank, Michael and Nicholas DeLucia. Great-Grandfather of Ashley & Brandon Blakely, Emma DeMatteo, Trevor Fleck, Hayden & Hailey DeLucia, Gavin Fleck, and Rocco DeLucia. Brother of Ralph DeLucia, Caroline Arminio, Grace Levatino, Sue DeLucia and the late Alexander DeLucia, Amelia Arcangelo, Fortunato, Vincent, Marco and Anthony DeLucia.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Saturday morning at 11:00. A mass of Christian burial will follow in St. Therese Church at 11:30. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Friday from 5 to 8 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Therese Church, 555 Middletown Ave., North Haven, CT 06473.
Mary Ann: I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Try to take comfort in all the many years you shared laughs and special moments together. Although he may not be here physically, he will always be with you in spirit, in your heart and your memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
We are deeply sorry to hear of your loss … our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
I will never forget our good times together. You were a good mentor to the youth and a true good hearted person. I will see you at the gates my friend and i know you will be there to greet me when I arive.