Frank J. Pennica Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Frank J. Pennica of Fredonia, New York, who passed away on December 24, 2022 at the age of 98. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Loreto Pennica and Frances Pennica (San George); his wife Mamie Pennica; his siblings, Minnie LaPorte of Westfield, Bertha Valvo of Silver Creek, Carmella Privitera, Jennie Floccare-Bifaro, Frances Pantano, Ann Notaro and Carl Pennica of Fredonia; and his close friend Virginia DeCeilio.
He is survived by: his daughters, Dr. Diane Pennica, Christine Straight (Brian) of Fredonia, NY, Nancy Pennica (Wayne Ruting) of Colorado and Mary Kelly (John) of Maryland; his grandchildren, Bettina Straight (Kristi), Emily Boylan (Jason), Amanda Straight, Zachary Burkland (Katie), Megan Rose (Brandon) and Andrew Kelly (Lauren); and his great grandchildren, Natalie, Julia, James Boylan, Colt, Cade Rose, Mason, Miles Burklan and Alaina Kelly. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Memorial contributions in Frank's memory may be made to the Fredonia Fire Dept., 80 W. Main Street, Fredonia, NY 14063 (fredoniafire.org) and Dunkirk- Fredonia Meals on Wheels, 196 Newton St Suite 5, Fredonia, NY 14063 (dfmealsonwheels.org).
