Frank Steven DiCocco III

Frank Steven DiCocco III was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed him to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, he possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. He had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and he was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Frank always sought out the scene of where the action was. Sociable, analytical and pleasant, Frank was an individual who enjoyed life’s challenges.

His parents were Frank and Teresa DiCocco, Jr. Frank was raised in Schenectady, New York. Always able to express himself well, Frank possessed strong interpersonal skills. He was optimistic in his outlook on life and was able at all times to be open and direct in his communication. Armed with a great wit, Frank was raised to be accepting of others and to implement a strong personal work ethic.

Blessed with a balanced attitude, Frank was able to relate well with others. His occasional role as family mediator gave him the opportunity to ease tense situations when they occurred. Frank was raised with two siblings, a sister Michele and brother, Peter. Frank had a strong desire to be treated fairly and would readily offer others the same fairness in return.

As a young child, Frank showed his creative ability in many ways. He was outgoing and animated. Frank enjoyed new activities and pursued a variety of interests. He took part in gymnastics, basketball and pool. He was a choir boy.

Known to others as a focused, logical, open-minded and somewhat driven individual, Frank was able to utilize these qualities to succeed in high school. His curious nature was spurred by his ability to maximize his personal learning style through employing a hands-on approach. He was good with facts and had an excellent memory. He graduated from Mont Pleasant in 1971. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. The teachers he enjoyed learning from the most was Sister JoAnn and Sister Vernica.

When the goal of college was in sight, it became important to Frank. Again, his direct, “down to earth” approach served him well. He was able to absorb complex concepts and had an acute sense of how things worked. His favorite course was math.

Friends and acquaintances found Frank an easy man to get to know, and those close to him would often praise his open, practical style of communication and relaxed approach to life in general. Frank was uncomplicated and straightforward in his relationships, which allowed him to accept people for what they were. While growing up, some of his best friends were Ross, Otto, Corky, Fred, Joey and K.C. Later in life, he became friends with Otto, Steve and J.C.

Frank was attentive to Debbie's feelings, and he charmed Debbie and others with his gift for being able to give freely and generously. A good listener with an engaging personality, Frank was able to bring pleasure and unexpected humor to the relationship.

Very much like a kid himself, Frank identified with the inquisitive and creative side of his children’s personalities. He was able to direct his energy and spontaneity towards helping his children acquire added common sense skills. Frank was blessed with two children, Son, Frank IV and daughter, Annette. They were also blessed with six grandchildren, Iliana, Monet, Joye, Janiya, Sebastian and Frank V.

Frank was a flexible worker who was able to draw the best from others around him. A persuasive individual who was quick to make necessary decisions, Frank’s strengths included being able to think on his feet. He could be a leader who sought impact for his decisions. Gifted with an incredible ability to read body language, Frank was able to positively manipulate situations and motivate others in order to get a task completed. He was a good negotiator who enjoyed new challenges. Frank could multi-task, and he was endowed with entrepreneurial spirit, allowing him to think beyond standard norms when it came to resolving issues in his work environment. His primary occupation was supervisor for South Florida Water Management.

Frank was an Army veteran. Frank was a cool thinker who could handle himself well in a crisis. He was stationed at Fort Dix, New Jersey and in Germany. He showed leadership qualities and could make tough decisions when he was called upon to do so.

Because he liked to take risks, Frank was a perfect match for athletics and exercise. He was enthusiastic and confident about these activities. In high school, Frank played basketball and was involved in gymnastics. Recreational sports included shooting pool and pinball. Frank was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity. The one and only Buffalo Bills.

Frank held close traditional values and as a result, faith was important to him. He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church.

Travel and vacations were experiences that Frank truly enjoyed. He preferred to seek out excitement wherever he went and he was partial to vacations that were casual and laid back with an atmosphere of “live and let live.” He was willing to leave his plans open and flexible, just in case something more interesting came along. Favorite vacations included Costa Rico and New York.

Frank was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. One of Frank’s favorites were Pittbull "Bo" and Rocky the Rotti. They were best friends for 6 years.

He used logical analysis of his retirement options in order to ensure his retirement would be fulfilling. Still, he was able to easily adapt to possible changes and enjoyed just having fun and being relaxed. Got to spent more time at home. In retirement, he found new pleasure in recording movies.

Frank passed away on March 6, 2011 at at his residence in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He is survived by loving wife Debra, daughter, Annette, son, Frank and his six grandchildren, Iliana, Monet, Joye, Janiya, Sebastian and Frank. Services were held at Howard-Price Funeral Home, North Palm Beach, Florida.

Frank was the kind of person who could win others over easily. A concrete communicator, he relied on his senses to increase his involvement and awareness of others. He was always able to provide amusing repartee to his friends and acquaintances, offering a seemingly endless supply of quips, anecdotes, jokes and stories. If Frank had a theme song written about him, it might well have been “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” He enjoyed his life and the experience of living it. This is how everyone will remember Frank Steven DiCocco III.