Obituaries
Francis “Frank” Louis Romagnolo, 77
December 10, 2021
Francis “Frank” Louis Romagnolo passed away peacefully at the age of 77 on Friday, December 10th 2021. For 52 years, he shared his life with his wife Margie. Their marriage was, as he often said, “The True Love Story.”
Born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in The Bronx, Frank and Margie spent many of their adult years in West Palm Beach, FL. In 1992, they moved to the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee where he lived the happiest years of his life. In this idyllic setting, he cared for his Border Collies, ducks, chickens, tomatoes, tractors, and anything else he cared to cultivate 😉
Frank was a true Renaissance Man, with an irreverent sense of humor. Spinner of yarns–which everyone bought hook, line, and sinker–he was a published author, accomplished angler, chef, “aviator,” woodworker, orchidist, vegetable gardener, boat enthusiast, and entrepreneur.
Loving father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and dog-father. Frank is survived by his wife Margie; daughters Cathy and Mary; sons-in-law Scott and Andrew; his well-loved grandchildren Dylan, Julia, Lucy, and Owen; his dog-baby JoJo; and his grand-dog-babies Scout, Molly, and Frankie.
In his death, he will be reunited with his loved ones: his mother Mary, father Paul, sister Rosemarie, and pups Jacqui, Bailey, and Spikey.
A small family service will be on Monday, Dec 20 at Mother Mary of the Church in Mt. Joy, PA. A larger celebration of Frank’s life will take place in summer 2022. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made online to the Frank Romagnolo Memorial Fund at St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Donations may be made online to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital to the Frank Romagnolo Memorial Fund.
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Condolences to the Family
December 15, 2021
We are very sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. He was a “unique” soul for sure. We enjoyed our interactions and getting to know you both when you moved into the “country house” we built near the mountains. It was satisfying to hear that he considered those his most enjoyable days. Thank you for having his obituary published in the Maryville Tennessee newspaper. We will lift you up in our prayers as you go forward.
Sincerely,
Bruce, Susie and Andrew Epperson
December 14, 2021
Margie. So very sad to learn of Frank’s passing. I know the deep affection and love you shared, will continue to bless you in years to come. Thinking of you, the girls and grand children. God bless your days ahead, and bring you happy memories of years gone by. When the ones we love become a memory, that memory becomes a treasure. Love to you. Pat Hall
