Born in East Hartford on October 20, 1928, a son of the late Pietro and Giovanna (Caloccia) Frasca, he had been a lifelong resident of the town of East Hartford. Domenico was a devoted father and papa who always put his family first. His greatest joy was spending time with his entire family. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hunting, and gardening. He also liked traveling with his wife to different destinations and was a loyal fan of the Boston Red Sox. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus - Rev. J.C. Martin Council #3901 of East Hartford and of the former East Hartford Elks Lodge #2063. Domenico will be remembered for his kind loving spirit and good sense of humor.
Domenico was a proud, decorated veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the Teamster Local 559 and was employed as a truck driver by First National Grocery Store for 30 years. A devout catholic, he was a communicant of St. Rose Church and St. Mary’s Church both in East Hartford. After his retirement, Domenico gave back to the community by volunteering at St. Rose, St. Mary’s, and veteran organizations doing multiple charitable work.
To the world he was a dad, to his family he was the world.
Domenico is survived by his three beloved children, Donna Frasca Farnham and her husband William of Ellington, Dominic Frasca, Jr. of Manchester, Denise Frasca Granell of Manchester; three special grandchildren, Gary Frasca of East Hartford, Darlene Frasca and her partner Martin of Broad Brook, Nicole Stein and her husband Jeffrey of South Windsor; nine adored great-grandchildren, Joseph, Nicholas, Jaelyn, Nathan, Luke, Jenna, Julie, Hannah, and Jack; one precious great-great-granddaughter, Chenoa; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Along with his loving wife and parents, Domenico was predeceased by three brothers, Sisto Frasca of Florida, Andrew Frasca of East Hartford, Paul Frasca of South Windsor; and a cherished son-in-law, Leonard “Butch” Granell of Manchester.
Domenico’s family will receive relatives and friends on Friday (January 2, 2026) from 3 -6 pm at the D’Esopo East Hartford Memorial Chapel, 30 Carter Street, East Hartford. Private funeral service and burial with military honors will be at the convenience of his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Domenico’s name may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. For on-line expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopoeh.com
