Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Frank Pucci

Passed away on October 13, 2025

Frank Pucci, age 74, late of the East Side passed away on October 13, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Anna (nee Storino) for 47 years. Loving father of Augustina (Carmelo) Bottari and Frank (Danielle Pallanti) Pucci. Cherished grandfather of Francesca, Mario, Natalia and Camillo. Dearest brother of Nancy (Giovanni) Grisolia, Salvino Pucci, Mike (Lynn) Pucci and late Carmela (Gino) Fiore. Also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and many friends. 
"Frank migrated to the US in 1958 and became a proud resident of the Southeast Side of Chicago until his passing. Through hard work and determination, he became a CPS teacher for 33 years, a certified public accountant, and the co-owner of Pucci's Restaurant and Pizzeria for 36 years. Whether at work, at home, or with his friends and colleagues, he was dedicated to treating everyone with respect, kindness, and his belief that they could be better people. He also loved to read, tend to his home and garden, watch Westerns, and spend his time with his family."

Visitation Monday, October 20, 2025, from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL 60617 to Our Lady of Nazareth Church (Formerly Chruch of the Annunciata). Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to the American Cancer Society in Frank’s name would be appreciated. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com.

Funeral

Prayers at Elmwood Chapel
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - 10:30 am

Funeral Mass:
Our Lady of Nazareth Church (Formerly Annunciata Church)
11128 S. Avenue G
Chicago, IL 60617
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - 11:00 am

Entombment:
Holy Cross Cemetery Mausoleum
801 Michigan City Road
Calumet City, IL 60409

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map

Visitation Information

Monday, October 20, 2025 - 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Condolences
"Tina and Frank JR, our hearts go out to you and the Pucci family we’re so sorry for your loss. Margie and Mickey Marco."
- Margie Marco
October 14, 2025 6:03 pm
"Tina and Cami, we are so very sorry for your loss. There are no words to express our sadness on the passing of your dad. He was a great person and will be missed by so many. He was a great cousin/friend to my dad. I fondly remember his New Year's Day visits to wish my dad a Happy Birthday. The visits meant so much to my dad especially considering it was also your dad's birthday. May your dad rest in eternal peace. Rosanna Zicca"
- Rosanna Zicca
October 15, 2025 5:30 am
"Sal, Sorry to hear of the passing of Frank! My condolences to the entire Pucci Family!"
- Greg Hajduk
October 15, 2025 5:33 am
"Frank was a good guy.... Sorry hear about his passing."
- David & Susan Carrillo
October 15, 2025 9:59 am
"Frank was such an awesome man with a huge heart. He rented me my very 1st apartment on the Eastside back in the day. He was the best landlord. He cared and did not hesitate to help people in need. RIP Frank Pucci. ❤️ My heart and prayers go out to his entire family. 🙏"
- Andrea Camacho
October 15, 2025 10:53 am
"Tina,Frank and family,our deepest heartfelt condolences. Thinking of all during this difficult time. Frank was a very kind neighbor, he will be greatly missed."
- Jose and Trina Saucedo
October 15, 2025 12:35 pm
"Our very deepest condolences to all of Frank's family. We had the pleasure of knowing Frank for many years. He was the nicest,most honest person,and a dear friend Norene and Andy"
- Andrew and Norene De Laurentis
October 15, 2025 5:06 pm
"My condolences to Frank's family and the entire Pucci family. He was a good man and a hard worker. Very appreciative of all the friendship to my family, especially during our kids' SFDS years. Those were very good times! May Frank rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing. "
- Al Balcer
October 16, 2025 9:47 am
"Tina and Frank Jr, So very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you in this very difficult time. May your memories bring some comfort and may he rest in peace. Love, Antoinette"
- Antoinette Hildwein (Pucci)
October 18, 2025 12:49 pm
"I am very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love to your family. May God watch over your family. Mafalda Ferraro "
- Mafalda ferraro
October 20, 2025 11:06 am
"My condolences to the entire Pucci family. Frank was a good tax man and friend. I always enjoyed our annual conversations about the neighborhood, business and life. Rest in Peace."
- Leo bazelewski
October 20, 2025 6:42 pm
"To the family of Frank and Anna Pucci. It is with deep sorrow we send our condolences, thoughts and prayers to all of you at this sorrowful time. May God comfort you and hold all of you in his hands knowing how very much each and everyone in your family meant to Frank and Anna. You were truly loved by them and they too were loved by all of you. We thought the world of them. They will be truly missed by everyone who’s lives we’re touched by their kindness and friendship. Respectfully, Jim and Linda Tancos"
- James & Linda Tancos
October 20, 2025 9:00 pm
Candles Lit
"Our deepest condolences 🙏"
- Ron and Bebe
October 15, 2025 9:00 pm
"Rip my condolences go out to your family"
- Cindy Thorgren
October 16, 2025 4:15 am
"May Perpetual Light shine on Frank. God bless the entire Pucci family. "
- Castrejon Family
October 17, 2025 7:53 am
"A good man and family history for the entire southeast side of Chicago. R.I.P., sir, and remember we are with you and your family. God bless."
- Ralph Colmenares
October 19, 2025 8:57 pm
"We will surely miss Frank. He had a heart of gold and was a good man and a good friend. Our condolences to the entire Pucci family. God bless"
- Chuck and Diane Michaels
October 21, 2025 1:21 pm