Puka, Merry Christmas.  Hope you guys are having a great time.  Doing well here.  Have something coming up in the next couple of weeks.  Could use all the divine help you could put together.

Love never dies
Frank.

Thinking of you Frank on this anniversary of dear Regina’s passing, and sending our prayers & love.

Reg, 8/23/25
Puka, how are you doing?
I do hope that you are experiencing absolute wonders every day.
I also hope that you are not worrying about me; I am doing good.  Life is moving forward.
How do you like the new car?  Have not gotten into any trouble yet (thanks for any and all help you have provided 😊) 
Hope you’re smelling the new stuff I’m cooking, well, actually getting better at cooking (only using 5 pots and pans now!) 
Am really trying not to count the time apart, but every once in awhile those numbers creep into my head.  But, as I said on a previous note – not missing you less, but am missing you better.
Moving forward Puka, not moving on.
Talk soon.
Love you.
Frank.

Just found out from Naomi Chakwin that you died while still so young.   I remember when you moved to Bard Ave and started st PS40, then Prall, then Curtis. You were funny ,smart, a great person to be around, you made everything more fun. Mr Pissnos theater class, the yearbook… ancient history but your picture shows me the same happy funny kid I knew. God bless you and comfort Frank.

Hey Reg,
Your birthday, wow.  Happy Birthday.
I miss our celebrating.  But I will raise a glass of Galiano for you.
Hope you and the family are having a wonderful time.
Doing well here.  
Thanks for dropping by and playing stoop-ball with me; It does help that you’re okay with everything in my life.
BTW, I’m getting really good at making pasta with sausage and shrimp. 
Talk soon.

Love never ends.

Hey Reg,
Hope your Christmas is going well and the B&B’s are flowing.
Just a note, you might want to try some Johnnie Blue, I had some earlier this year and it was very smooth.
I’m keeping to our promise.  I am doing better.
It is amazing that the thunderbolt continues.
I think you are smiling and happy for that.
And, Puka, none of the above means I miss you any less.  What I’ve been able to manage is to miss you better.  
The tears are less and the smiles are so much more.
Talk soon.
Love never ends.

I never met you Regina but I know your husband Frank!!  And because of that I know that you are missed and loved by everyone that knew you directly or through Frank.  Just wanted to say something on this anniversary of your passing.  God bless you and please take good care of my friend Frank as he journeys on his retirement with your memories as his guide and source of strength.

Reg, 8/23/24
Puka, how are you doing.  Have you and your mom gone back to Venice yet?
I’m doing pretty good.  Cooking at home, taking my meds.
I told you once that I’m not keeping count of the years because it puts too much distance between us.  That said, and as we agreed, I’m moving forward.  I think you know that and I think you are okay with that because I had a dream last week about playing stoop-ball.  
Thank you for that.
Hope you enjoyed the DNC convention these last few days; I think we’ve got a chance.  Must have been a lot of B&B’s consumed between your dad, Michael and you.
Moving forward Puka, not moving on.
Talk soon.
Love you.
Frank.

8/22/24
Hi Sis,  the other day  a red cardinal came to visit me on the tree by my porch and I new it was you   In fact, I  was having my morning coffee and was talking to you when it came.  What a nice surprise it was.  Can’t believe 2 years have gone by but at times it feels like yesterday.  I miss and Love you so very much. Please say hello to everyone for me 
Love, Teenie

Frank - Although the pain of Reg's loss will never completely go away, the friendship and fond memories we shared continues to bring me comfort and joy to this day.  She was that special.

She's forever in our hearts.

Hi Reg,

We remember you and wish you a Happy 65th Birthday in Heaven.  You will always be missed.  I remember starting my first day at work and it was your birthday...and there was cake!  

You are in our hearts today and always.

Love - Liz & Ron Marsden

Happy birthday in heaven my dear sister,  I miss you so very much.  The kids are getting so big and we’re getting older. I sound like mommy , all my joints hurt. Lol.  Please say hello to everyone for me.  I’m sure you all are having a great life in heaven.  I love you sis and miss you so.   Xoxo

Puka, Happy Birthday.  Wow, the big 65.
Hope all is well and you’re having B&B’s with the crew.
Will be spring soon.  Hope you have a stoop and lots of sun.
Nothing like playing stoop-ball on a beautiful spring day with no traffic in the streets.
I’m doing ok and moving forward, like we always promised each other we would do.
Still…, miss you.  Love you.
Talk soon.

Hey Reg,
Hope you and cousin Mike and your dad are having plenty of B&B’s for Christmas.
Last Christmas was just too hard (but, you know that).
I’m doing better.  We always said that whoever got left behind had an obligation to continue with life, to live and move forward.
It is amazing that thunderbolts can come from anywhere.
I think you are smiling and happy. 

And, Puka, just a note - I’m not going to count the years as they pass.  Seems to me that would only put more distance between us and that is not something either one of us would find acceptable.

Love never ends.
Talk soon.

Still a Garden to till

3 a.m., again
Awake. Wait for our times end
At 5, Zen no more
A jack-hammer tilled garden
Move on? Never.  Forward? Slow.


Reg, you are here every day.
It is remarkable how quickly slow moves.


Dear REG,  this has been the worst year of my life without you here. I miss you so very much words can’t describe.  I was just thinking about our silly sister hand shake we always did and it put a smile on my face along with tears.  You were and will always be the best sister ever.   With all my heart and soul I love you.  Xoxo. Love, Teenie

 On our first day of high school, Regina sat two rows away from me and she smiled and we became immediate friends.  The next four years were full of so many laughs and wonderful memories.  My heart goes out to her loved ones. She will be missed.  

The news of your sudden passing took my breath away.  
Do you remember the day you came in for an interview at DTCC?  You were sitting in the reception area waiting to be interviewed.  I'm surprised we recognized each other since we had not seen each other in many years.  The last time I saw you was at your Mom's house. We lost you way too soon.  You will be missed.

Deepest condolences to the family of Regina Parodi.  A wonderful person who made a difference to the lives of many in her path.  She will always be remembered for her high energy, sense of humor, compassion and quick wit.  May she Rest in Peace.  Marcelo

Frank, you and Regina will be in our thoughts and prayers.  As you already know,I am always just a phone call away 24x7.

Tony & Nelly Porraspita 

Frank -  I never met Regina but I know you -- and because of that I know she must have been very special.   You will have a void in your life that will be hard to fill - but you must - and you will.  When you retired from UBS I was so sad to see you go -- but you were so happy to leave!  When we talked about it I was surprised and maybe alittle shocked that you would leave UBS but now I see that things happen for a reason.   Please accept my sincerest condolences for your tragic loss and remember you've always got a friend in Buffalo if you ever need a shoulder to lean on!!  Take care my friend.  And Bless your wife Regina who will certainly be watching over you in the years to come!!         

Our sincere condolence to all of Regina's family.  Thoughts and prayers are with you on your loss of a truly wonderful person.  May she rest in peace.  


Dear Frank, 
I just want you to know that you are in my prayers    I have been thinking about you since I heard the news your wife's passing 
Keep your memories of her close to your heart.   I promise you that you will smile and laugh again one day 
Love 
Lisa Johnson-Daisley 
(UBS ) 

We are all saddened that you left us so early.  You have left a legacy of love, gentleness, humor and spunk, that will be remembered by everyone that touched your life.

Regina - We thank you for your  friendship  throughout the years.  We will miss your bigger than life personality and sense of humor dearly.   With Love - Liz & Ron Marsden 

Reg, I took your Challenger to the car wash this morning.
It’s very shiny now, I even had them do the inside. 
Can you see it?  It is yar.
It’s coming to the funeral home today and will escort you on Monday.
I’m keeping it.  Can’t wait to find out how you’re going to tell me I’m going too fast.
I miss you so much.


Dear Frank,

Today I received an email from Merle and I'm so saddened to hear this unexpected news about your loss. 

My wife Josephine, daughter Grace, son John, which you know both as colleagues, and I, want to express our sincere and deepest condolences to you and the entire family.

May God give Regina eternal peace (RIP).

In our thoughts and prayers!

Sincerely,
Joe & Josephine Simone

Frank, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved wife. My deepest condolences to you and family. May Regina rest in God's eternal peace.

My condolences and heartfelt sympathies to Frank and family. Let the memory of  Regina last forever. May she Rest in Peace. 

Frank

I am so very sorry for your loss. She will always be with you in your heart and thoughts.

Sincere regards,

Ed Anastasio

I had the pleasure of working with Reg at DTCC for several years. She was dedicated, well informed and fun to work with. We shared a love of (very) old movies.  She will be greatly missed.  My sincere condolences to the family.  Reg, rest in peace.

Such sad news, My heart goes out to you Frank and your family.   Regina was my manager for a few years. She was funny, kind, Understanding & fair.  My fondest memory of her.  After 911, she'd swing by my home in the am to pick me up so we may ride the SI Ferry together.  My daughter who was 5 yrs old, would yell at her from the front door "Hi Regina, please Take care of my mom",  Regina would respond "Yes, Alyssa I will take good care of mom".  She will be missed. #Gone too soon. 

Regina was a kind, incredibly funny person with a brilliant mind. A true sweetheart. My condolences to Frank and the entire family. 

My dearest sister,  there are no words to say how I feel.  You made me the happiest big sister ever and I will look up at the stars and see your smile.  Go dance with Daddy,Mommy and Mike and in fact all the rest of our family.  Don’t worry I will look after Frank for you.  
   Till we meet again.  I love you so.     
              Teenie

Oh, babe, your worst fear has come true.  You’ve gone before me.
Rest easy my love, I will be okay.
In the meantime, you will always be with me.
Rest easy my love, I will be okay.
You know…, I can do stuff.  Last night I lit the stove and made some tea – yes, all by myself!
Know that I will get the grab-bar for the tub.  I will not dance on the stairs as I come down to the kitchen; but I will continue to sing our daily Jaunty-Jig song.  I will continue to write and will make sure your favourite story (so far) is with you. 
 And I’ll know when it’s you helping me, as you’re doing even as I write this.
So, rest easy my love, it is so hard, but I will be okay.


Frank - my deepest condolences for the loss of your dearest Regina.  May her memory be for a blessing, and May you be comforted by the wonderful memories with Regina in the days & weeks ahead.

While I haven't had the chance to see Regina in some years, I'm so saddened to hear of this loss. I worked with Regina at DTCC for many years. I adored her.  She had a rare mix of warmth and realness, mixed with a heap of knowledge and professionalism.  You could always count on Regina for a practical,  no nonsense approach to any problem, and at the same time, for a good laugh. 

My heart goes out to her family - I remember the beautiful flowers her husband would send her on occasion and the big smile they brought to her.  Actually, when I think of Regina, I think of that smile.

My most sincere condolences,
Robin (Shapiro) Choudhury

My deepest condolences and prayers of comfort to Regina’s family. I was a management trainee at DTCC from 1998-2001, I asked for a rotation in HR, Regina was one of the nicest, funniest, committed and most memorable people I met during my time there. I learned a lot from her about how to be a great HR professional, she had a “roll up your sleeves” approach to everything she did. Her mentorship helped mold me and I often thought about her throughout the years. Thank you Regina for teaching me and serving others. Rest well.

"I was deeply saddened to hear about your wife passing. Thinking of you and your family.



Such an incredible woman, smart, funny, humble… She brought a smile to everyone’s face because her smile and her laugh was always present. You know they say that only the good die young. Well, I guess it’s true. Rest in eternal peace Reg, you were certainly one of the best of the best.
My deepest condolences to your family, you have truly lost a priceless treasure but be rest assured, you have an angel watching over you.🙏

Love and Prayers to the Family.
Regina was a ray of sunshine at DTC/DTCC.  We worked together many years.  Her door was always open.  Regardless of her workload she would stop immediately to help someone resolve a problem.
Speedy Journey my dear friend.

Frank,
My condolences to you and your family.

Lule Teli

My condolences to Regina's family. It was a joy to work in the presence of Regina, I will never forget the warmth her smile brought to the office each and every day.”

I'm wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain, May she Rest in Peace🙏

I had the great pleasure of interacting with Regina in my various roles at DTCC .  She was very bright an enthusiastic and accepted her responsibilities with a consistent get it done attitude; first class all the way.  Much to young to leave us but her spirit will last forever in our hearts.
RIP Regina!

Please accept my heartfelt condolences, keeping the family in prayer during this difficult time. Lillian Hill

So sad to hear this news.  Reg was such a great colleague and good friend.  Always there with a solution and great insights.   My sincere condolences to her family.  Rest In Peace dear Reg 

My heart-felt condolences to the family! Regina (aka Reg) was a mentor as well as a friend to me. Rest in Heaven Reg! 
~Leola Grayson

Frank,

Sorry for your loss.  Hoping you find comfort and strength in this difficult time.

Condolence.

Al Viola

To the Family of Regina,

So sorry to hear about the passing of Regina. She was a lovely spirit. She was a Colleague at DTC/DTCC. Always helpful, calm and responsive whenever you needed anything. I can still see her beautiful  smile even now. May she now Rest In Peace with the Angels.

My Condolences to the Family 🙏🏽.

I was fortunate to have worked with Regina at DTCC and whose advice and counsel I valued and respected greatly. But more importantly, I treasured our friendship and I will always remember your smile and laughter when it was most needed. We were all blessed to have known such a wonderful and caring person. Condolences to your family and friends.

Dear Frank,

My Regina and I were so saddened to hear this news about your Reg.  We want to express our sincere condolences to you and to those who loved her. 
We will meet our loved ones again some day. 
For now we will cherish their memory. 

In our prayers,
Rich and Regina Motola

Frank

Sorry to hear about you lose. My condolences to you and your family.

Francis Klein

My Condolences to the family.....
I worked with Regina at Dtc/Dtcc for many years. She was a BEAUTIFUL SOUL! She will surely be missed. Now she walks with God!

Forever Friends 
Valerie Isaac 💔

Frank


I'm so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family

Dawn Lofaro


Joan Titus Dearest Reggie so Sadden to hear of your transition! You were like a Big Sis to me at DTCC! You taught me everything I knew about Training. &  Development & other HR Functions! Will never forget you! As you go toward your New Sunrise, Rest In Eternal Love!

Regina was a ‘go to’ person at work.  She always found a solution and a way to make things happen. She did everything with a smile and a positive attitude.  Reg will be greatly missed. My prayers and condolences to her family. 

Sometimes, life doesn’t make any sense; this is one of those times.  I’m beyond sorry for your loss, Frank.  This is so unexpected and sad. The world lost an amazing person far too soon.  Reg and I were dear friends; she was always quick with a funny comment or insightful with needed advice.  Always warm, empathetic and caring, she was a wonderful person.  The world is a lot less interesting without her.  

My deepest condolences to Regina's family and friends.  I was fortunate to have worked with her at DTCC.   She  was a wonderful person.  Always ready with a smile and a laugh.  And she had a great laugh.  :)  She will be missed.  

Hey Regina
I see your face, I hear your funny laugh. Will always remember the good times our families shared together. We were like one big family. So many good memories. 
Rest peacefully in heaven 🙏 
Cheryle Cossentino 


Well, Reg, my Now, voyager, you have gone ahead.  
And I so desperately miss you and wish you had never left.
But, to paraphrase 1 of our top 5 movies:
“I won’t ask for the moon,  I know, someday, we will have the stars.”


Frank, 
I’m so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you. 

Sincerely, 
Tony romeo

Regina was always a supportive and empathetic co-worker. Her warmth and kindness will live on with us. 

Knew Regina from work. I remember her as a super nice person who was liked by everyone. Deepest condolence to her family. RIP 

Regina was always so sweet and great to work with.   She will be missed. 

Frank and family, 
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. 
 Regina was always great for a laugh.  She will be missed.  

Love, 
Philipi & Jennifer Tarantino
Leah and Matt Roseto
Lauren Tarantino

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Regina Parodi

March 19, 1959 – August 23, 2022

Harmon Funeral Home

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