Obituary of Frank A. Monachino

Monachino, Frank A. Irondequoit: Passed away suddenly Friday, July 24, 2015. Predeceased by his parents, Frank and Pauline and his brother Gary. He is survived by his wife, Tina and sons, Chris (Erika) Monachino, Christopher (Mikki) Schmitz, Andrew (Lisa) Schmitz, Terry Schmitz and grandchildren, Abbye, Ella, Katie, Tessa and Dylan Schmitz; siblings, Connie (Peter) Fraser and Paul Monachino, sisters-in-law, Mary Jo (Mike) DiNoto, Paula (Ricky) Law, many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. His family was most important to Frank. His giving and generous heart was a constant support. He was visible at all the events, games, recitals and school functions that he could possibly atttend. He simply loved being with his family and getting together with his friends. He was an Allstate insurance agent in Irondequoit for nearly 30 years and was a familiar face around town.Through the years he was also a car salesman meeting many, many people who would greet him everywhere he went with a big hug. He respected everyone and lived by the basic belief that there's good in everyone ! As an active member of the Irondequoit Bay Fish & Game Club, he was an advocate for the environment. He was Secretary of the club and worked diligently to protect the waterways and other environmental issues. He loved hunting, fishing, boating, traveling, dancing, reading and life. He was truly an example of "live like you were dying". A wonderful, fun, happy man, who worked hard and appreciated all life had given him.. Special thanks to the RGH CCU staff, especially, Dr. Obaji, Andrea and Ryan. His family will receive friends Friday, July 31 from 4:00-7:00pm at the funeral home, 570 Kings Highway So. Frank's Funeral Mass will be held Saturday 11:00am at St. Kateri at St. Margaret Mary Church, 401 Rogers Pkwy. Interment will be held in private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the IBF&G Youth Education Fund, 1062 Railway Crossing, Webster, NY 14580. To share a memory or send the family a condolence, please visit www.harrisfuneralhome.com.