Painesville - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Anthony Rock, 89, who passed away on April 12, 2025 at home in Painesville Ohio surrounded by his loving family.

Frank was born on May 21, 1935 in Youngstown/East Side, son of William (fka Biagio Larocco) and Mary (Naples) Rock.

He lived most of his life in Mahoning County. On April 19, 1958 he married his sweetheart Marlene Pezzuti (deceased 4/29/23).

Frank was drafted into the Army shortly thereafter, where he served in 2 years in Germany, with Elvis Presley, returned and served one year stateside in North Carolina and finished his Army career in 1964 as a Sargent, after serving in the Reserves. Frank worked at Youngstown Sheet and Tube until he graduated from Westminster College in PA with a Master's Degree in Education. Frank was an elementary teacher at Niles City School for 30 years and continued as a substitute teacher over 10 years at Struthers City Schools.  Frank spent many winters in Florida and eventually moved to Painesville Ohio to be near his beloved grandchildren, he attended all of their events, supported their endeavors and was an active part of their lives.

Frank was an active member of the Lions Club in Struthers for many years. Frank was a devoted parishioner of St. Nicholas Church in Struthers Ohio and St. Mary's Church in Mentor Ohio.  He enjoyed the Silver Sneakers at the Painesville YMCA where he made many friends.  Frank loved sitting in the sunshine, planting flowers and working in his garden.  He was always up to play a board game or cards with his grandkids and friends.  He was a faithful friend to everyone he met.  He enjoyed listening to the radio and watching baseball.  Frank was a professional shopper and loved food, he was always finding the best deals around town including all you can eat buffets and restaurant specials.

He leaves a son, Dr. Michael Rock and his wife Natalie,  Doctoral Student Granddaughter, Nora and High School Junior, Adam.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Marlene (Pezzuti) Rock, his parents, sisters Loretta and Marie and brother William.

Friends may call at Clemente Funeral Home, 700 Fifth Street Struthers Ohio 44471 for visitation on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral services will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Our Savior/St. Nicholas Church a private interment will be held at St. John's Cemetery.

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