Francis A. "Fritz" Coriale

Mr. Francis A. “Fritz” Coriale, age 85, of Utica, passed from this world to the next, on Tuesday, August 1, 2006. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing. Born February 11, 1921, Fritz was the youngest of six children born to Antonio and Frances Coriale. A native of Utica, he was raised and educated in city schools, graduating from Proctor High School with the class of 1939. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, he served courageously in World War II, and was honorably discharged on February 8, 1946 with a Bronze Star. He married the former Rose DeCuffa Colacicco at his parish of St. Anthony of Padua on November 20, 1987. Fritz’s principal vocation was at Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, where he retired after 33 years of solid service; many enduring friendships were cultivated there during his working years. He was then an AARP Driving instructor for a period of 10 years, and a commissioner at Valley View Golf Club, where he also enjoyed many rounds of golf with friends. He garnered the love of family and friends alike, with his spirited and attentive nature. An amicable and fun-loving man, he enjoyed his membership at the East Utica Senior Center and was a challenge at any poker table. Fritz was a devout Catholic and a communicant of St. Anthony of Padua Church. Fritz is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Rose; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Patricia Coriale of Rochester, and Thomas and Elaine Coriale of NJ; a daughter and son-in-law, Rev. Angela and Rev. David McKinney of CA; and his 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Frances Tomaselli and his beloved granddaughter, Jaclyn Coriale. He also leaves two step daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Tony Martino, and Marlene and Albert Ritchie; 3 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends. The family would like to thank Fritz’s care team, Doctors Dang, Carillo, and Patel; the capable and caring team at St. Elizabeth Medical Center and especially the ICU nursing staff. Visitation will be held today (Thursday) from 4-7 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial contributions in Fritz’s honor to the American Heart Association; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Mr. Coriale’s funeral will commence on Friday morning at 9:30 from the funeral home and at 10:30 at St. Anthony of Padua Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery with military honors.

Francis A. "Fritz" Coriale

February 11, 1921 - August 1, 2006