Francis X. Gronowski
Francis X. “Frank” Gronowski, age 86, of Chagrin Falls (Newbury Township), formerly of Chester Township, passed away on Oct. 16, 2023.
Beloved father of Karen (Alan) Prescott, Frank M. (Laura), Ricky P. (Hollie) and Brian J. (Laurie); devoted grandfather “Gramps” of Brianna, Shannon, Jared and Ryan Prescott, Frank (Alicia) Gronowski, Kaitlyn (Gar) Heintzelman and Nicholas (Sarah) Gronowski, Brittany and Zachary Gronowski; devoted great-grandfather “FX” to Grace, Francis, Benjamin and Xavier.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Diana; parents, Thomas and Sophie Gronowski; and sister, Theresa Sigh.
He is survived by his brother, Thomas Gronowski.
Francis was a proud graduate of Benedictine High School, a member of the Church of Saint Anselm, Playhouse Square Redcoat volunteer and an Ohio State Master Gardener.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Oct. 20, 2023, at the Church of Saint Anselm, 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland. Internment in Aurora Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Francis’ name may be made to the caring staff at Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110; or ICASI Scholarship Fund, 8700 Mayfield Road, Chesterland, OH 44026; or Benedictine High School Scholarship Fund, 2900 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Cleveland, OH 44104.
Arrangements by Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home.
