After a brief stay at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Frank passed away peacefully on February 17th with his wife and eldest daughter at his side.
Frank was predeceased by his brother Giovanni and sister Rosa, both of whom passed while his family was still living in Italy. He is survived by Georgia, his loving wife of 53 years; three children Cindy (Sidig), James and Jennifer (Ian); three beloved granddaughters Sara, Julia and Emily; and two brothers Mario (Lori) and John (Berta). Frank will be dearly missed by his family and many relatives, friends and neighbours.
Frank was born in Domanico, Cosenza, Italy, to the late Francesca Gilda and Eugenio Antonio Pagnotta. In 1958 he came to Victoria, BC to join his father who had arrived earlier. He later met Georgia Simms. They married in 1967 and had three children.
Frank was a carpenter by trade and worked for Greater Victoria School District 61 for many years until his retirement in 2000.
Frank was a gentle soul with a great sense of humour. He enjoyed the simple pleasures in life and was happiest when tending to his gardens, tinkering in his workshop, and doting on his three beautiful granddaughters.
A private family service to celebrate Frank’s life will be held on Friday, February 26, 2021 at 11:00 am (PST). Extended family and friends who would like to attend virtually via Zoom should contact the family for details.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the BC Cancer Research Centre.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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I will miss Franks smile, the bantering between him & Georgia, his humor, the kindness, and patience he showed. Isayas will miss playing, anything with Frank & just hanging out. We have been so blessed to have know Frank and we will miss him with all our hearts. Georgia, Cindy, Jamie, Jenny, and Family, please know that although we can’t be there in person you are not alone, Frank meant so much to so many, he made an impression in my life and so many others who were lucky enough to have known him. With all our love, Anita & Isayas
Uncle Frank will be greatly missed. We will treasure all the memories of a wonderful uncle and friend.
So sorry for your loss! Frank was good and kind, and will be missed. My sincere condolences go out to you all.
To All the Pagnotta family.
My sincere condolences , May Frank Rest In Peace,
& you find comfort in his love & memories he gave you.
Sincerely,
Marg Elliott & Family
Thinking of you, Georgia and family. We have many treasured memories of Frank, most notably Frank in his garden, tending his bounty of vegetables and creating gentle deterrences for his eager deer visitors.
Our deepest condolences to Frank’s immediate family; Georgia, Cindy, James & Jennifer and all their families. Also to Frank’s brothers, Mario & John and their family’s. My heart goes out to you all in this difficult time, may you have lots of fond memories to cherish❤️ Sending hugs to you all❤️
Aman and I are very sorry to hear of Frank’s passing and, while words may not help with the sorrow, we are sending our thoughts, sympathy, and condolences to the entire family, friends and anyone impacted by this terrible loss.
Condolences to you Cindy and your family! Thinking of you during these difficult times.
Uncle Frank will be greatly missed by us all. Will cherish the memories of a very sweet man
Condolences Georgia and family.He was a great neighbour