Obituary of Frank R Altobelli

FRANK R. ALTOBELLI - On April 29, 2024, Frank, surrounded by his beloved wife and three children, went to be with his heavenly Father after a short bout with cancer. He was born September 1, 1933, to Luigi and Carene Altobelli in Dudley, PA and was a Florida resident for the last 20 years. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Janet, three children and their spouses: Julie (Dan) Noyes, Frank (Janine) Altobelli, Paula (Edward) Little, 10 grandchildren and their spouses: Zachary, Nicole, Hannah, Rebekah, Jessica (Braxton), Jason (Emily), Ian, Nathan, Seth, and Sage. Frank is preceded in death by daughter Teresa Ann and seven siblings. After growing up in Elizabeth, NJ, Frank graduated from Rutgers University and then served two years in the army. He moved to Maryland in 1958 and went into the real estate and building business with his two brothers. Frank and Janet married on May 12, 1962, and began their family. In addition to being a devoted husband and father, Frank was active in his business and community. He served as a city councilman, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, and an active member of his parish. An entrepreneur for over 65 years, Frank was a successful real estate broker, builder, and property manager. Frank was known by all as a man of integrity, always honest and fair, who loved his family and Italian roots. Always prioritizing his family, Frank worked tirelessly to provide for them and leave a lasting legacy. He enjoyed reading, music (especially Frank Sinatra), hosting large Italian holiday meals for the family, vacationing at the beach in Ocean City, MD, and traveling and cruising with his family (particularly trips to Italy!). A visitation will be held at Charlotte Memorial, 9400 Indian Spring Cemetery Road, Punta Gorda, FL, on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 am., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 pm at San Pedro Catholic Church, 14380 Tamiami Trail, North Port, FL. Interment and reception will immediately follow at Charlotte Memorial. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that those who wish to honor Frank consider making a donation to: Saint Jude Children’s Hospital or Tunnel to Towers Foundation.