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WARREN -- Francis W. "Frank" Roman, 84, of Warren, passed away Friday morning, April 15, 2022, with his daughters and grandchildren by his side at Mercy Health-St. Joseph Warren Hospital.
Frank was born Dec. 10, 1937, in Warren, a son of Frank J. and Mary Lucas Roman.
Frank was a 1956 graduate St. Mary High School in Warren and then went on to pursue a career in the U.S. Army. After 20 years of honorable service, Frank retired on May 31, 1977, as a radio graphic technologist. Over his 20-year military experience, Frank received many decorations and honors, including three Army Commendation medals, six Good Conduct medals, a unit citation, a Presidential citation, the National Defense Medal and Sharpshooters Badge M-1 Rifle. Following retirement, Frank worked at Robinson Memorial Hospital as the chief radio technologist, retiring in 2000, after 22 years.
Besides his work and service to his country, Frank enjoyed fishing and gardening, but, above all else, he loved and cherished his 11 grandchildren. His grandchildren were his life. He was known for saving and proudly displaying every craft and present made by his grandchildren over the years. He never missed a school event and he made every birthday and holiday memorable. He was nicknamed "The Candy Man" by his grandchildren. Frank was an amazing grandfather – the "Best Papa." The memories and his spirit will live on. His children and his grandchildren are all a proud reflection of all the goodness he brought to the world and their lives.
Frank will always be remembered by his former wife and best friend, Renate; his children, Frank (Dawn), Jeanette (Craig) and Kimberly (Michael); loving grandchildren, Justin, Ryan, Corey, Kayla, Kevin, Brandon, Paige, Peyton, Preston, Pryce and Mikey; and his beloved great-grandchildren, Bodie, Colten and Breck.
Frank's family will honor Frank with a private funeral Mass at St. James Catholic Church, Warren, followed by a full military honors ceremony. Burial will be at a later date in All Souls Cemetery, Bazetta.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel of Warren.
Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiand
sonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guestbook and send condolences to Frank's family.
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