Frank Gottardo, Jr.
Passed away on April 6, 2023
Frank Gottardo Jr. age 54. Late of Lowell, Indiana formerly of Park Forest, Illinois. Passed away April 6, 2023. Beloved husband of Mandy Gottardo (nee Panfil) for 22 years. Loving father of Cody Panfil, Tiffany Panfil, Addisyn Panfil, and Liam Panfil. Dearest son of Shirley and the late Frank Sr. Dear brother of Chris, Carrie, Sara, and Vickie. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Frank was a longtime manager in the car business. He enjoyed collecting and working on cars as well as collecting antiques.
Visitation Friday, April 28, 2023 from 3:00 to 8:00 pm at the Elmwood Funeral Chapel and Crematory – Cedar Lake 9931 Lincoln Plaza Way (1/2 block south of 133rd Ave across from the library at Lincoln Plaza Way). For more information 219-374-9300.
Visitation Location
Cedar Lake
9931 Lincoln Plaza Way
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-9300
Visitation Information
Friday, April 28, 2023 - 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm
Condolences
"I love you all and Frank was an amazing man, I'm sorry for your loss!"
April 8, 2023 6:51 pm
"We are sorry for your loss. There are no perfect words to say at a time like this, but our hearts hurt for you and your family. He was truly a special friend, and will be missed by all that new him. We are here for you & your family.."
April 8, 2023 8:28 pm
"Total shock to hear of Frank's passing as was so young in life
Had the privilege to work and know him working at Mike Anderson
He will be dearly missed by many
Sympathies to the family and his relatives."
April 9, 2023 1:35 pm
"Sorry for your loss.
Frank was a great friend.
I will dearly miss him."
April 15, 2023 5:15 pm
"We are so sorry for the loss of Frank. I feel that he was one of my own, he was at our house so often.
He, Mandy and the kids are family.
The way he passed was a shock, but he fought a valiant fight for years and is now in peace.
Our love to Mandy and the family. May he rest in peace and I hope all of you have peace in your lives as well knowing how much he loved all of you.
Jim and Andrea Michau"
April 22, 2023 4:21 pm
"I am so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers for your family "
April 22, 2023 5:27 pm
" My heart hurts and im at a loss for words. My heart goes out to the whole family and im soooooo sorry for your great loss. "
April 24, 2023 6:44 am
"Frank you were such a great guy/friend we have had so many laughs and crazy stories/times. You reached out to me recently to check on Brandon and I and wanted to make sure everything was good. I feel deep inside this was you saying goodbye. But goodbyes are forever so it’s until we meet again my friend. My deepest condolences Mandy you were the love of his life and to his kids Cody, Tiffany, Addi and Liam he loves you all so much and was so proud of all of you. And to his brother Chris and rest of family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. "
April 25, 2023 8:22 am
"First i want to say im so sorry mandy and family for your loss all though I didn't get a chance to meet frank in person we were facebook buddies and family
I could tell he was a good man and loved his family so dearly but god had different plans for him
just remember he will always be with you in spirit watching over you every step of the way til you meet again
God's speed R.I.P."
April 27, 2023 1:18 pm
"My prayers are with you Mandy and your family. Frank was a amazing person, friend and customer. May God give you strength. The Tamborrino's"
April 28, 2023 2:31 pm
"We are so saddened by the loss of Frank. He was such an outstanding friend, father and husband. GOD got a good one. RIP buddy!!! "
April 28, 2023 2:42 pm
"We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Frank was a great guy and will be missed. Sending our love to you all. "
April 28, 2023 9:43 pm
Candles Lit
"Mandy and kids,
I’m so very sorry for your loss "
April 7, 2023 7:51 pm
"You will be missed "
April 8, 2023 7:21 pm
"We light this candle to remember our friend, and to guide his family towards healing and peace at a time like this."
April 8, 2023 8:37 pm
"My heart goes out to all of you during th
is very difficult time ...my deepest sympathy and prayers for all of you
"
April 8, 2023 9:07 pm
"Where to begin about Frank. He was careing, generous, loving and will be missed by many. And after losing amy brother, it seems as if I have just lost another. I was told that time heals. Yes, maybe a little. But the pain of missing him will always be there. To Mandy,Cody,Tiffany, Addisyn,Liam,Shirley, Chris and Deanna, may our Lord keep you strong knowing that He has opened His arms to Frankand is now at peace. May the Lord bless you all."
April 9, 2023 10:36 am
"We are so sorry for your loss. Frank was a great guy & will be missed. "
April 22, 2023 4:03 pm
"I knew you way back in the 80's some crazy times together rest easy my friend "
April 22, 2023 5:26 pm
"We are so sorry for the loss of Frank. He will be greatly missed!! Praying for you guys!! "
April 23, 2023 7:25 pm
"Mandyandfamily
I was in shock hearing about Frank.Im so very sorry for your loss
Frank will be missed by all of us,he was a true friend.
"
April 23, 2023 10:47 pm
"Mandy, Cody, Tiffany, Addisyn, and Liam... I'm so sorry for you loss. Your father is a great man and I'm glad that our lives crossed paths. I'm praying for strength and children for you all. "
April 28, 2023 8:44 am