Frank Bruno

January 23, 1957 – December 7, 2025

Frank Bruno passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 23, 1957, in Monterey, to Frank “Stoney” and Anna Bruno. The Monterey Peninsula would remain his lifelong home.

Frank graduated from Monterey High School in 1975. In 1978, he married the love of his life, Cindi, and together they built a family that was the center of his world. They raised four children and later welcomed nine grandchildren. Nothing was more important to Frank than his family, and he found his greatest joy when they were all gathered under one roof.

From a young age, Frank was known for his strong work ethic. He began his career working in the restaurant industry and then for California American Water before finding his calling in construction. In 1981, he founded Frank Bruno Builder, a company he proudly owned and operated for more than 35 years. Frank built and improved homes throughout the Monterey Peninsula, with a special talent for creating charming, timeless homes in Carmel-by-the-Sea. While he took great pride in his craftsmanship, what mattered most to him were the lasting relationships he formed with his clients along the way.

Frank’s generosity extended far beyond his home and work. He was greatly committed to giving back to his community, especially through youth sports. For more than 25 years, he coached baseball and softball, becoming a beloved mentor to countless players. He was instrumental in bringing the Bronco World Series to Monterey and worked tirelessly for more than 20 years to ensure its success—fundraising, facilitating and hosting teams of 11- and 12-year-olds from around the world. Whether coaching on the field or manning the barbecue pit with his buddies, Frank’s presence was felt everywhere the game was played.

In his later years, Frank embraced a slower pace and found happiness in life’s simple pleasures—cooking, walking his dog, having coffee with his Mom, basking in the sun, enjoying lunch with friends, watching his grandchildren’s sporting events, fine tuning their baseball swings and spending quality time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his son, Frank Michael; his brother, Stevie; and his father, Stoney.

Frank is survived by his wife of 47 years, Cindi; his daughters Alyssa (Daniel) Runnoe, Nicole (Giuseppe) Manuguerra, and Lindsey (David) Woodward; his most prized possessions, his grandchildren: Bella, Frankie Rae, Danny, Caterina, Michael, Serafina, Arianna, Gabriella, and Frankie. He is also survived by his mother, Anna Bruno; his brother Mike (Tina) Bruno; his sister Paula (Bobby) Brown; mother-in-law, Mary Ann Cato; Sam (Zoe) Phillips; countless nieces and nephews; and his loyal dog, Posey.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and Stanford Hospital for their exceptional care.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at San Carlos Cathedral.

In lieu of flowers and in honor of his love for youth baseball, donations in his memory may be made to Monterey PONY Baseball or a local baseball league of your choice.

Frank will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, dedication, and unwavering love for his family and for his community.