Frank T. Battista
November 10, 1925 ~ July 3, 2008
Frank T. Battista, 82, of Weirton, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2008 in the Weirton Medical Center. Born November 10, 1925 in Weirton, he was the son of the late Thomas and Maria Abbonizo Battista. Frank was also preceded in death by his brother Ralph and sister Rose Relotto.
With 41 years of service, Frank retired from the Finished Product Warehouse of Weirton Steel where he worked as a shipper. His first 20 years with Weirton Steel were spent working in the old Strip. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, WSX 25-Year Club and AARP. He loved all sports but was an avid Weir High Red Rider fan. He got the most enjoyment out of spending time with his family. During World War II, he served in the Navy.
Frank is survived by his wife Norma Faccuito Battista of Weirton whom he married November 13, 1948; sons Thomas Battista and his wife Donna of Valparaiso, IN; daughters Marie Fazalare and her husband James of Weirton, Francine Crow and her husband John of Weirton and Lisa Petrovich and her husband Steve of Sandy Hook, CT; brother Tony Battista and his wife Edna of Weirton; sisters Jenny Mainenti of Costa Mesa, CA and Josie Newton of Wellsburg, WV; 10 grandchildren Amy (Adam) Miller, Dr. Joseph (Krysta) Fazalare, Frankie Battista, Tommie Battista, Adam Battista, Jack Crow, Leah Crow, Stephen Petrovich, Nicholas Petrovich and Madalyn Petrovich; 4 great-grandchildren Luke and Morgan Miller and Ava and Jay Fazalare, several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received Saturday 4-8 PM and Sunday 1-5 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Monday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church. Reverend Father Dean Borgmeyer will officiate. Entombment will be in St. Paul Cemetery where Military Services will be conducted by the American Legion Firing Squad.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Aaron Davies Basketball Scholarship Fund or Athena's Closet.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Dear Norma and Family, Please accept our deepest condolences at this sad time in your lives. Norma, I truly loved running into you and Frank as I often did at K-Mart or Aldi’s. Both of you are such wonderful people-like another aunt and uncle to me. There is very little consolation when we lose the ones we love, but your faith will help through these trying times. I am praying for all of you and know that God will give you strength at this most difficult time. With love and prayers, Mary Lou James and Family
Battista family, please accept our sincere sympathies on the death of Mr. Battista. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Few people in the world are blessed to have grown up with their own grandparents in the same town, serving as second parents. I’m doubly blessed to say that I got the joy of growing up near by own but also near by best friends! I’ll never forget Crappaw (as Jack used to say) teaching us about the fruit trees in his back yard as children and complaining that we paid too much for fancy beer as adults! He was a funny,spirited, and kind man who raised a beautiful family that I love as my own. My prayers, love, and hugs to Amy, Joey, Marie, and Jimmy, Grandma Norm and all the Battistas, Petrovich’s, and Crows! We love you and will keep you close this week as always. Nicole, Brent, Ganriella, and Leila Grace
Norma & Family: Sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely Pete& Nancy
To the entire Battista Family, During this difficult time, please know that many, like us, care and are praying for God’s comfort to surround you! We love you, Bo & Marilyn
Dear Norma and family, Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. We can’t think of Frank without thinking what great friends he and our brother Benny were. Frank is one of the good guys. Sincerely, Norma and John Horvath and Mary Lou and Jim Bonaventura
Dear Family, we were so saddened to see Frank’s passing. He was a wonderful and kind man, always ready with a big smile and warm greeting for everyone! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love,Shay, D.J., and Danny Minella
Dear Aunt Norma and Family, You know that Uncle Frank was “special” to me. I only have happy good memories of him. I am sure that he will be greatly missed by all. I know that he is in heaven with the rest of the family. You know I would be there physically if possible. My prayers and love are with you all. God Bless, Joanne
Dear Norma and family: Jim and I were very sorry to hear of Frank’s death. He was such a dear friend. Jim and I are unable to get around anymore but wanted to let you that you and your family are truly in our thoughts and prayers. Brownie and Jim Allen
To My Battista Family: I am so very sorry to hear about Uncle Frank. I want you all to know that as sad as I am I’m sitting here smiling just thinking about him because that is how I will always remember him….smiling at me. While it doesn’t appear that we will be able to be there I find great comfort in knowing that you will be surrounded by the biggest hearts in all the world and hope that you do too. Please know that we love you and are thinking about you. Love, Jana
To the family of Frank Battista. On behalf of the Bereavement Ministry of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, your parish family extends their deepest sympathy to each of you. Frank, in loving memory, will be enrolled in the church’s memorial fund. Many blessings-Bereavement Ministry Saint Joseph the Worker Christian Mothers
ar Norma & family, I am so very sorry to hear of Frankie’s passing. He was a great man & a long time friend. I will never forget the many hours me & my family spent with the Battista family. It was always a family treat, we spent many fun-filled days with them all. My deepest sympathy to all the family. Dolores Manack (Talamonti)
We are very sorry for your loss. We are sure that in the days ahead you will find comfort in the many pleasant and loving memories of your husband and father. May God Bless and Keep You in this troubled time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Anthony and Cheryl Fratto
Dear Lisa and the Battista family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I have such a cherished memory of the absolute coincidence of seeing them in downtown Charleston while they were visiting on a tour. I will never forget how happy and excited we all were. My love and prayers to you my friend and to your family.
Dear Mrs. Battista, Marie, Fran, Tommy,and Weesee- I am so sorry. Mr. Battista was a truly good man-and funnier than he ever knew. I have laughed until I cried many times upon hearing Lisa, Marie, and Fran recount “Norm and Frank” anecdotes. The Battistas are a special family full of love and laughter, and we have Frank and Norma to thank for that.
Battista Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Mr. Battista was very special, remembering all the times he took to take us kids to practice for baseball . he always had a special way about him. God Bless Pete J. Kallos
Marie, I am so sorry to hear about your fathers passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Keep those memories close, and cherish every smile he ever gave you. See you soon, Love you, Margie Duerr
Dear Fran, John, Jack, and Leah, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy, Dawn
Battista Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love – Eleni