Frank J. "Butch" Acquaviva Sr.

Mr. Frank J. "Butch" Acquaviva, Sr., age 73, entered into the arms of the Lord on Sunday, May 26, 2013. His passing occurred at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Born in Rome, NY on November 20, 1939, Frank was the son of the late Frank and Lena (Cappelli) Acquaviva. Raised and educated locally, he was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. A proud veteran, he honorably served his country with the United States Marine Corps in active duty from 1957-1960, and in 1990 during Operation Desert Storm as a member of the Military Police Unit with the National Guard. At one time, he was married to the former Antoinette “Nan” Derminio. He was blessed with a second union when he wed the former Lucille (Merrick) Withers on October 10, 2006. Frank began his career as a machinist at Bendix Corporation where he attained the level of supervisor as the company transitioned to Lucas Aerospace, retiring in 2003. A great family man, Frank was devoted to his wife, children, and especially his cherished grandchildren. He had room in his heart for everyone he encountered and took them under his wing if need be. He enjoyed gathering for breakfast daily at the Mar-Logg Restaurant with his childhood buddies. His patriotism and allegiance to his country and his fraternity with the Marines led him to a lifelong support of the Toys-For-Tots program annual campaign. He was an affiliate of the Marine Corps League of Ilion, and the Military Order of Italian Devil Dogs. He loved all sports, but baseball’s NY Yankees and Hockey’s New York Rangers dominated the field. Frank is survived by his loving wife, Lucille. He cherished the memory of his daughter, Regina Acquaviva Lowman, who predeceased him on May 28, 2001. His cherished family also includes his sons and daughters-in-law, Frank J. Jr. and Melissa Acquaviva of Utica, Dr. Anthony Acquaviva and his life partner, Michael Babineaux, of California, Michael A. and Amy Acquaviva of Whitesboro, and David and Melissa Acquaviva of New Hartford. His extended family includes Edna Acquaviva, William Lowman, Scott and Lucy Withers, Wendy and Jim Colp, and Jeffery Withers. He also leaves his beloved grandchildren, Kevin, Daniel, and Patrick Lowman; Allison Acquaviva; Jessica, Michael USMC, Kristen, and Jack Acquaviva; Timothy Hanrahan; Mariana, Matthew, and Frankie Acquaviva; Amber and Craig Amidon, Tanya Withers, Ally Colp, and Hunter Withers; and his great-granddaughter, Audrey Withers. His surviving loved ones include his sisters and brothers-in-law, Patricia and Michael Haynes of Homer, Jessie and Robert Hanes of WV, and Diana and John Owen of Utica; his brothers and sister-in-law, James and Dorothy Acquaviva of Utica, and Mark Acquaviva, Sr. of Rome; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws, Eleanor Acquaviva, Barbara Acquaviva, Elaine and Roger Klein, Clinton and Rita Merrick, and Patricia Garramone; and his closest friends, Nick and Sandy Giglio. He was predeceased by his brothers, Peter M. Acquaviva, Sr., and William Acquaviva; and his sisters, Martha C. “Joanne” Molnar, and Rosemarie Snow. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the 3rd Floor Oncology Unit at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center for their care and compassion. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Frank’s funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Friday morning at 11:00 at St. Mark’s Church where his Mass of Christian Burial, with military honors, will be offered by Rev. Mark Pasik. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of Mass. Those wishing to express an act of kindness may make a contribution to Toys-For-Tots in lieu of flowers; envelopes will be available at the service. In keeping with Frank’s wishes there will be no public visitation. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Frank J. "Butch" Acquaviva Sr.

November 20, 1939 - May 26, 2013