BORN

1926

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Resthaven / Carr-Tenney Mortuary & Memorial Gardens

4310 East Southern Ave

Phoenix, Arizona

Francis Montagna Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 3, 2014.

Frank C. "Buppy" Montagna went home to be with the Lord on May 31, 2014, following a brief illness. Frank was born on October 5, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York and was a man who dedicated his life to God, his family, and his country. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II and retired from the New York City Police Department as a Lieutenant. He raised a family with the love of his life, Rose Montagna, who passed away in 1981. He was also predeceased by his son, Steven, who died in 1998, and his grandson, Adam Montagna who died in 2013. He is survived by his son, Michael Montagna (Kathy) of Mesa, AZ, his daughter Carol Mancini (Steve) of Bluefield, WV, grandchildren Anna Rose Galanos (Nick) and Alessandro Mancini, and great grandchildren Desirae and Nicholas Galanos. Frank was loved and admired by many friends and family members and will be fondly remembered for his laughter, wit, and unconditional love. There will be a Funeral Mass, Thursday, June 5, 2014, 6:00 pm at Resurrection Catholic Church 3201 S. Evergreen Rd. Tempe, Arizona. Burial will be in New York. Arrangements under the direction of Carr-Tenney Mortuary, Tempe, AZ.

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July 8, 2014

Dear Montagna Family,
Norm and I are distant relatives living in the Phoenix area. The Graves family let us know of your loss and we are grateful to have the chance to send our condolences. We have heard much over the years about Frank, his kindness and his love of the family. We wish you comfort. Sincerely, Karen and Norm Johnson

July 4, 2014

Monty,my wife and I will miss you so much after more than forty years,allways having a good time with your family
Frank and Ingrid Sinelli

June 6, 2014

Roni Evangelista

We will all miss our Uncle "Buppy" particularly his great personality and his wonderful sense of humor!

June 5, 2014

Dear Montagna family Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss. Hope the good memories of a life well lived will eventually replace the sadness of this time for you all. Regret that we have lost touch for so many years, Hope to reconnect by phone or e mail at some point. For now you are in our hearts. Patty Graves for the Graves family

June 5, 2014

Natalie Santana

I am so sorry to hear that Frank has passed away. He was such a pleasure have around work at Friendship Village. Frank would often times knock on the buffet door where I would be working while he was on his way to order pancakes. His favorite. I would look over at the door and notice his eye looking through one of the clear windows, smiling. He talked about his family, New York, how glad he was that he got his car back and plenty of other wonderful things. I will never forget his sense of humor and his company. I am so grateful to have known Frank and to have had him as a friend. To the Montagna family: you have all been so kind to allow me to visit Frank while he was in the hospital. I appreciate that so much. I am here anytime if you need me. Peace & love.

June 5, 2014

Natalie Santana

Posted by Natalie Santana

June 5, 2014

We offer our prayers and heartfelt condolences to Montagna family as they grieve the loss of Frank. God bless and keep you in the days ahead.
Bill Malatin
and the Staff of Carr-Tenney Mortuary

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