Obituary: Francis A. Fatta

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Francis A. Fatta

Francis A. Fatta, of Greenwich, passed away Saturday, May 6, at the age of 81.

He was born in Brooklyn Sept. 6, 1935 to Gaetano and Onofria Fatta (nee Lupo). Frank proudly served in the U.S. Army for six years; upon being honorably discharged, Frank worked as a graphic designer for General Foods before starting his own design firm, Frank Fatta Design, where he designed for many leading national brands, such as Kraft, Pepsico, Nestle, and the NFL.

He married his beloved wife, Margaret (nee Devine), on Feb. 22, 1960. Frank was very involved in St. Catherine’s parish and Our Lady Star of the Sea, Stamford, serving on numerous committees and as a lay minister. He also served on the boards and committees for numerous community organizations such as the Red Cross, St. Mary High School, Catholic Middle School, and the National Committee for Alzheimer’s.

He was a devoted sports enthusiast, especially to his beloved Jets and Yankees, and was a proud member of the Milbrook Club, where he enjoyed many happy years. Frank leaves behind his beloved wife of 57 years, Margaret; his devoted children, Norine, Thomas and his wife Mary Alice, and Mia and her husband Alex Martinez. He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Bella Martinez, Frankie Fatta and Tommy Fatta.

The family would like to thank the staff in the Intensive Care Unit at Greenwich Hospital and to the staff at Nathaniel Witherell for their kindness and compassionate care. Frank’s long battle with serious illnesses was a testament to his courage. Frank cherished life and lived for his family, friends and faith.

To honor his life, family and friends gathered on Tuesday at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Ave., Greenwich. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday morning at St. Catherine of Siena in Riverside. Interment followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Greenwich.

For more information or to place an online condolence, please visit www.coxeandgraziano.com.

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