Frank A. Carbonaro, 91, of Huntley, passed away on October 31, 2023. Frank was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 10, 1931, to parent’s Vito and Grace (Martarano) Carbonaro. Frank proudly served in the United States Army. While serving his country Frank was able to earn the United Nations Defense medal. Frank was heavily involved with the American Legion for over 60 years and was a Past Commander of the Belmont American Legion Post. Frank enjoyed playing and coaching baseball and participating in Boy Scout activities. He was very active in the Steinmetz High School Alumni. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren very much and would talk about them to anyone who would listen. He was a great friend and those who knew Frank will miss him deeply.
Frank is survived by his loving children Catherine (Todd) Gryczka, Vincent (Carol) Carbonaro, his grandchildren Michael (Sharon), Mark (Taylor), Steven (Julie), Cody (Lauren), Ryan (Teresa), Jenelle (Matthew), his great-grandchildren Jacob, Kennedy, Francesca, James, Peyton, Graham, Jack, Anthony, Max, and Hallie.
Frank is Proceeded in death by his beloved wife Shirley (Argus) Carbonaro, his parents Vito and Grace (Martarano) Carbonaro along with his sisters Theresa (James) Mariga and Rose (John) Scotello.
Mass will be held on Saturday, November 11, at 10:00 am with an hour visitation prior to mass. All services will be at St. Marys Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee-Huntley Rd, Huntley 60142.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Frank’s name to Honor Flight Chicago. https://www.honorflightchicago.org/
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I met Frank at an IL American Legion Convention I attended with my Aunt Karin Rogge who was head of the Franklin Park Auxiliary at the time. He was there with “Lefty”, two devoted Legionaires. I had the honor of being Frank’s partner leading The Grand March in the ballroom of the Palmer House one year and then we discovered what a great dancer he was. I was often asked to sing at memorial functions so Karin and I would travel to different posts. I know because of Frank and his pals Belmont became a wonderful post. I see he passed on Halloween last year; my husband of 36 years passed on Halloween of 2020 So I’ll remember them both. Blessings to his whole family.