Frank A. Dardano

Mr. Frank A. Dardano, age 95, of Utica, passed away on Friday, March 2, 2012 at the Masonic Care Community of NY with the love and support of his family. Born in Utica on September 14, 1916, Frank was the son of the late Anthony and Mary (Arlotto) Dardano. Raised and educated locally, he continued his academic studies at Bentley College in Boston, Massachusetts where he received a Degree in Accounting. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, he honorably served his country from 1942-1945 in the Central European Air Offensive during World War II. On September 7, 1944 he married the former Jean Manca with whom he shared 47 years prior to her passing on October 6, 1991; as a couple, they were inseparable in mind and heart. For over 40 years, Frank held the position of General Manager of Twin Ponds Golf & Country Club. Soft-spoken, gentle, and fair in every situation, Frank was always the first to lend a hand. He was affectionately known to many as “Mr. Twin Ponds”. He was blessed with a great sense of humor, and he always spoke well of others. He was a true gentleman. But above all else, his family was the greatest joy in his life. He enjoyed celebrating the holidays and entertaining his family and friends. During his younger days he braved the bobsledding run at Mt. Van Hovenberg outside of Lake Placid, and for many years he was a donor of life-giving blood through the Red Cross. He was a member of Kiwanis International Volunteer Organization, UTC, Sons of Italy Lodge, SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives), and ROMEO. He was a parishioner of St. Agnes Church. Frank is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Patricia “Pat” and John Matrulli of New Hartford; his son, Frank Dardano, Jr. of Utica; his daughter-in-law, Ellen Maidman of Barneveld; his grandchildren, Jennifer Richard, Michael Matrulli, Noah Dardano, Kevin Matrulli and fiancee’ Shannon McNamara; and his great-grandchildren, Talia Richard, Dylan Richard, and Elijah Dardano. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws, Rita Fierro, Mary Manca, Nicolena Manca, and Marie Manca. He was predeceased by 12 siblings. The family is grateful to the nurses, staff, and residents of the Brooklyn Neighborhood at the Masonic Care Community of NY for their care, compassion, and camaraderie. Visitation will be held Monday from 10:00-12:00 noon at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please refrain from floral offerings. Frank’s funeral service will commence on Monday afternoon at 12:00 from the funeral home and at 1:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated with Military Honors. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Frank A. Dardano

September 14, 1916 - March 2, 2012