Mary E. (Scicchitano) Fraccola

Mrs. Mary E. (Scicchitano) Fraccola, age 42, of Frankfort, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 25, 2008. Born in New Hartford on November 23, 1965, Mary is the daughter of Salvatore J. “Sam” and Marlene (LoBello) Scicchitano. Raised and educated locally, she attended St. Peter’s Elementary School. She was a 1983 graduate of Notre Dame High School and concurrently studied at BOCES where she trained and passed the New York State Boards as a cosmetologist. Her hard work ethic, creativity, accommodating nature, and loyalty were appreciated by her clients who were thought of as friends. Her personal commitment was the foundation to a rewarding and successful career that was a fulfilling part of her life. On October 14, 1989 she married Patrick N. Fraccola; as soul mates, they enjoyed each day of their lives and realized that they were the “missing piece” in each other’s search for happiness and completion. They shared wholeheartedly in their passions and uplifted one another during their 19 years of marriage. An outstanding and involved mother, Mary was always a strong source of confidence and wholesome qualities which molded the characters of her children and enhanced their growth and social awareness. She was sensitive to creating and supporting the activities of her son, Pat, in his football ventures and her “Baby Girl” Alli’s love of horses. When Pat and Mary became a “team”, it was extended to his passion for football, and she was the backbone of the Marcy-Deerfield Pop Warner football league for 12 years. She inspired many youths and worked endlessly to coordinate the inner workings of the football season which lasted ‘all year long’. She carried her dynamic skills and love of working with children to the Frankfort-Schuyler High School football games where her endless enthusiasm was known as well to this organization until the last moments of her life. She will be remembered for her own special persona which earned her the love and respect of this entire community; her world was filled with the passions of the good people who were her friends and neighbors. Her qualities of hospitality were obvious any time she celebrated an occasion to get people together for a great time, all of which was done in her own style and grace. Mary was also selfless and generous in honoring the needs of those facing hardships, and her spirituality and faithfulness were seen in her good works which were endless. She was devoted to her home parish, St. Peter’s Church, and was currently attending the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes. But her greatest accomplishment while on this earth was marrying the “love of her life” and having been blessed with two beautiful children. She leaves them with many wonderful memories and a legacy of giving. Mary is survived by her husband, Patrick; her daughter, Alexandra Maria Fraccola, and her son, Patrick J. Fraccola; and her parents, Sam and Marlene Scicchitano of Deerfield. Survivors also include her sisters and brother-in-law, Cathy and Heyward Preacher of MD, and Judy Scicchitano of MA; her in-laws, Guy and Joan Fraccola of Marcy, Deborah and Michael Potrzeba, and Guy A. Fraccola, Jr.; her niece and nephew who Mary adored, Amy Potrzeba and fiancé Dan Macrina, and Josh Potrzeba; her aunts and uncles; and her cousins, especially Pauline Fraccola. Mary was also blessed with many wonderful and cherished friendships with special mention of Ron “Budda” Sacco. She was predeceased by her cousin, Maria (Polson) Taylor, whose memory Mary honored. The family offers heartfelt appreciation to the staff and parents of the Frankfort-Schuyler High School, and the South Lewis Central School who assisted with such dedication; the Turin Ambulance Corps, and the physicians and staff of the Lewis County General Hospital for their compassion. Visitation will be held Tuesday (today) from 4:00-8:00 at her home parish, St. Peter’s Church, 422 Coventry Ave., North Utica. Mary’s funeral service will commence on Wednesday morning at 11:00 at St. Peter’s Church where her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St. corner of Hammond Ave.

Mary E. (Scicchitano) Fraccola

November 23, 1965 - October 25, 2008