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Frank T. Bracciale Jr., 53

January 22, 2018

Frank T. Bracciale Jr., 53, of Lititz, was lifted into eternal peace on Monday, January 22, 2018, at Hersehy Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born in Altoona, PA, he was the son of Frank Bracciale, Sr., husband of Dianna, and Mickey (Hall) Biddle, wife of Bill. He was the loving husband of Jody S. (Bowman) Bracciale with whom he shared 21 years of marriage.
Frank lived a full life. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, hunting at his cabin, drawing, cooking, listening to music, and being with those he loved. He was a member of various clubs including Elstonville Sportsman’s Assoc., and Lick Run Hunting Camp. He was also a lifetime member of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.). Frank retired from RR Donnelley where he worked as a maintenance technician for 25 years. Always the life of the party, he will be remembered by all for his witty sense of humor and his full beard.
In addition to his parents and his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Angela, Antonia Cole, wife of Henry, and Ashlea. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Trenten, Shaylee, Addisen, Brennen and Hudson; five brothers, Bobby, Billy, Ron, Rodney and Kenny; a sister Kim and his Grandma Hall. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, paternal grandparents, a sister Brenda, and his nephew Ryan. He will be missed by many relatives, close friends and his boxer, Gunner.
The family would like to thank the exceptional providers at Hershey Medical Center who cared for Frank during his brain cancer diagnosis, treatment and complications that followed.
A viewing will be held on Friday, January 26, 2018, from 6-8 PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA, 17543. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, January 27, 2018, at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA, 17601, where the family will receive guests beginning at 11:00 AM. Biker friends are encouraged to ride in honor of Frank on Saturday. Contributions to honor Frank’s memory can be sent to a veteran organization of your choice.

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Condolences to the Family

January 27, 2018

Dear Jody and family,
We are out of the country and will not be able to attend the service, but please know our prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
Jenny Landis

January 26, 2018

Jody & Family,
Frank was one of those guys who could always make you smile. He was such a positive person and a fighter in his diagnosis. A friendly and fun person who will dearly be missed!! Thinking of your family at this very difficult time!!
With Love,
Brad & Traci Frantz

January 25, 2018

To Jody, Children and the Bracciale Family and Friends,
Please accept my sincere condolences; Frank was my Co-worker, Friend and Military Brother in Arms. We developed a friendship throughout the years and would share the most personal thoughts and opinions on topics from A to Z. Frankie was an Artist and an Engineer by rights, he would think about a project, plan it out and then make it happen. We both share the love for Motorcycles, repairs, up-grades, and most of all Riding them. I will especially miss the phone calls and jokingly competing on whom was the first one to answer the phone and say, “Hey Whitey” and then we would laugh about it.
My thoughts and prayers are with Frankie, Jody, Family and all of Frankie’s Friends, may God Bless us all.
Rest in Peace My Friend.
Candido Crespo Jr.

January 25, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Frank was a joy to work with and had such a kind and generous heart. He will missed. Mark and Kanah Kreider

January 25, 2018

Hey Whitie were gonna miss you but will see you later I’m sure. I just want to say I know how much this hurting everyone but lord please take care of his mom and my brother this is the second child they have lost in a year.

January 25, 2018

Condolences to his family. May God give him eternal rest ❤
Dawn Rago Showalter

January 25, 2018

This is such an awesome picture of Frank. He was such a fun loving guy and was loved by all who knew him. My condolences to Jody and family and to his many friends. He was a truly special man.
Kristin Adams

January 25, 2018

Jodie and family: So sad to read of Frank’s difficult diagnosis and passing. You will be in my prayers. Donna Eyster

January 25, 2018

Jodie,
My deepest condolences to you in the loss of Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. He was so blessed to have you by his side through it all. Joanne Mathias, Donnelley HR.

Visitation: Friday, January 26, 2018; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 3110 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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Visitation: Saturday, January 27, 2018; 11:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Calvary Church; 1051 Landis Valley Road; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Saturday, January 27, 2018; 12:00 PM; Calvary Church; 1051 Landis Valley Road; Lancaster, PA
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