of Paris, AR
August 10, 1944 - March 8, 2021
Francis ''Fran'' Albanese, 76, a resident of Paris, formerly of Ithaca, New York, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021, at his home.
He was born August 10, 1944, in San Luis Obispo, California to the late BGen Frank Albanese and Miriam (O'Neil) Albanese. Fran served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. After his military service, he spent his working career in the Plumber and Pipe Fitters Union in Ithaca, New York. In his spare time, Fran loved horses, his dogs, cooking and was an avid sports lover. He married Melinda (Lewis) Albanese on July 24, 1982, in Newfield, New York.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Melinda ''Mindy'' Albanese of Paris, formerly of Ithaca, New York; three daughters, Tracy K. (Dan) Hendricks of Orange Park, Florida, Antonia (Toni) Albanese of Dothan, Alabama and Karen (Ross) Baker of Hubbard, Texas; six grandchildren, Alexander ''Alex'' Edmonds of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Noah (Penney) Edmonds of Orange Park, Florida; Justin Robbins of Dothan, Alabama, Rylie Robbins of Dothan, Alabama, Jarred Baker of Seattle, Washington and Devin (Alec) Gorohoff of Pensacola, Florida; a brother, Jonathan O. Albanese of Ithaca, New York; two sisters, Miche (Herb) Kline of Virginia Beach, Virginia and Bonny Albanese of Guilford, Connecticut; his best friend, Larry (Cathy) Garrett of Van Etten, New York and a special cousin, Randy (Barb) Thayer of Spencer, New York.
Cremation arrangements are private under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
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38 Condolence(s)
Jean Durand
Friday, May 14, 2021
We love you
Jean M Durand
Friday, May 14, 2021
Bob and I loved Fran so much.
Randy Huber
Friday, March 19, 2021
Mindy, Kelly and I are so sorry for your loss and ours. Fran was a very good man and friend to all of us who knew him. If you need anything we are in the Valley. Just let us know.
Susan P. Clark
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Sorry for your loss Mindy. We sure had some great times back in the day. Fran and Louie are drinking beers in heaven. Love, Sue
Monty Hine jr
Monday, March 15, 2021
My deepest heartfelt condolences to Mindy and family . Never forget the times we shared with horses ,horse rides, cookouts and summer fun , putting hay in barn . Fran was hard core plumber and fitter ! And will never be forgotten. God bless .
Tim Rhodes
Thursday, March 11, 2021
Mindy and Family, sorry to hear about Fran. Although I didnt know him personally, I've heard so many great things about him from my cousin Karen, that I feel as though I do know him in a way. I know you have lots of family and friends there for support and that's so important. Just know your in my thoughts and prayers
John and Bev Sorgi
Thursday, March 11, 2021
So sorry to hear of Frans passing. I'll always remember the good times we shared, whether riding motorcycles, playing softball or just enjoying a "cold one", He will surely be missed. Rest in peace old friend!
Arlene McKenna
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Mindy and Family, so sorry to hear about Fran. Always enjoyed the Class of '62 Reunions, when you guys could attend. Arlene and David McKenna
Don&Donna Salmela
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Mindy Donna and I are very sorry with your loss we all remember all the good times with Fran and you I really enjoyed working with Fran and now miss him dearly love you Mindy Don & Donna
linda horne
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
mindy I am so sorry to hear about Fran prayers for your family
Phyllis Van Allen
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
We are so saddened to have learned of Fran's passing. Fran was a classmate of mine at NCS and a teenage friend of Jim's. Lots of memories riding horses and driving modified hot rods in the fields off Elmira Road. Fran was a very hard worker and always willing to help out a friend in need. He will be missed by many, especially the Newfield Class of '62. We extend our deepest sympathy to wife Mindy and the Albanese Family.
janet skala grasso
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Dear Mindy,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. With sympathy, Janet Skala Grasso, a former classmate
Jim OBrien
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss, Fran was a great guy he will be sorely missed.
linda horne
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
mindy I am so sorry to hear of the passing of fran prayers for you and your family
Marietta Ward (Rod and Amy’s daughter)
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Dear Mindy,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our family’s thoughts and prayers.
Linda Langston
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
James and I are so sorry. I am heartbroken. He was a man of love,honesty, admiration, and most of all he was a close friend to so many of us. We will miss him every day. I pray for you comfort and strength. It is so hard to lose your soulmate. I love you and will be there for you Anytime!
Butch Wyllie & Julie O'Brien
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Mindy, we send our sincere condolences. Fran & I go way back & we have many fond memories.
Please extend our sympathy to all of Frans family.
Barbara James Ruggiero
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Dear Mindy,
So sorry for your loss. Fran was a dear classmate and we loved hearing of his adventures at our reunions. He will be missed by many.
Slotteo & Barbara.
Mary (Little) Poyer
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Although it has been many years since seeing Fran, I shall always fondly remember him. My sincere condolences to his family.
Margrit Enns
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Love and prayers, Mindy.
Rodger and Sharon James
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
RIP Fran you will be missed!!
Larry and Marsha Buck
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
So sorry for your loss Mindy. Fran was a remarkable fellow and and you and Fran are very good friends. Praying for you and your family. God Bless you all. Rest In Peace Fran.
Rick and JoAnn Eckelhoff
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy and Alex, we are so very sorry. Fran was a such a good man and will be missed by so many. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Marsha Buck
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
So very sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family.
Alex Chesson
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy,
I am saddened to see the news of Fran’s passing. I have loved getting to know the two of you over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. I love you dearly!
- Alex Chesson
Jeff and Maria Lewis
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy, we are so very sorry for your loss. Fran was a kind and wonderful man, always fun to be with, and we will all miss him terribly. You have our love and will be in our prayers.
JT Rogers
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Sorry for the loss of my dear friend, RIP Fran.
Fred Thayer
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
My prayer's and sorrow to Mindy and Fran's family.
Larry Garrett
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy ,
Fran was a part of me and will leave something missing in my life. I loved him dearly and will miss him very much. Cath and I will be there for you and together we will get through this.
Love ya
Lar
Deanna Phillip Honea
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy I’m still in shock . Please know Phillip and I are thinking and praying for you .
Dorothy Kettenburg
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
love you
lots of good memories xoxo
Brenda Huber
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Love and miss you my friend
Jake and Becky Kremer
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy and family, are deepest condolences. We love you both like family. Our heart absolutely breaks for all of you.
Jim and Mallory Conlon
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Thinking of you and sending our love and prayers.
Mikle Smith & Meridith Thompson
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy, we are so sorry. Fran was always kind to us. May peace and comfort come soon to you and your family.
Jack and Joyce keith
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Mindy , Joyce and I are truly sorry for your loss we both loved Fran
Shirley , Trudy and Sarah Valentine
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
So sorry to hear about Fran our thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.
Larry and Gloria Lievsay
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Oh Mindy, Larry and I want to extend our deepest sympathy! May God comfort and bless you and your family during this difficult time!