Obituary for Frank Joseph Ferraro Sr.
Frank Joseph Ferraro , Sr., 88, of Wyomissing, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020, in the care of ManorCare Laureldale. He was the loving husband of Linda E. (Gresh) Ferraro, with whom he celebrated 56 years of marriage. Born in Reading, Frank was a son of the late John and Caroline (Villano) Ferraro.
He graduated from Reading High School in 1950 and attended the West Chester State Teachers College where he earned his BA in Instrumental Music in 1955. Frank would graduate in 1959 from Columbia University with his Masters of Music.
A passionate instructor, Frank began his career at the Mahanoy Township School District in 1955 as a Music Instructor. In 1957 he accepted the position of Band Director for Boyertown School District. In 1964 Frank accepted a position at Wilson School District, from where he retired in 1993 as the Supervisor of Music.
Frank was a gifted conductor and arranger, and he acted as the Music Director for the West Reading Police Cadets and also as the Music Director for the Reading Buccaneers Drum and Bugle Corps. A founding member of the Cavalcade of Bands Association, Frank was inducted into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame in 1991 and inducted into the Reading Buccaneer Hall of Fame in 1995. Frank served as the judge for countless marching band and other band competitions throughout the Midwest. His contributions to the field of music are reflected by the hundreds of people—both young and old—who he instructed.
In addition to his loving wife, Linda, Frank’s memory will be treasured by his children, Veronica E. Mascaro and Frank J. Ferraro Jr; his grandchildren Angelina G. Mascaro, Damian Ferraro, and Aria L. Ferraro; and his brothers John Ferraro (Patty) and Ronald Ferraro. He was predeceased by his sister, Carol Fuoti.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Frank’s memory to the Reading Musical Foundation, 201 Washington St, Reading, PA 19601.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc, is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences, tributes, and fond memories may be expressed at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.
He graduated from Reading High School in 1950 and attended the West Chester State Teachers College where he earned his BA in Instrumental Music in 1955. Frank would graduate in 1959 from Columbia University with his Masters of Music.
A passionate instructor, Frank began his career at the Mahanoy Township School District in 1955 as a Music Instructor. In 1957 he accepted the position of Band Director for Boyertown School District. In 1964 Frank accepted a position at Wilson School District, from where he retired in 1993 as the Supervisor of Music.
Frank was a gifted conductor and arranger, and he acted as the Music Director for the West Reading Police Cadets and also as the Music Director for the Reading Buccaneers Drum and Bugle Corps. A founding member of the Cavalcade of Bands Association, Frank was inducted into the World Drum Corps Hall of Fame in 1991 and inducted into the Reading Buccaneer Hall of Fame in 1995. Frank served as the judge for countless marching band and other band competitions throughout the Midwest. His contributions to the field of music are reflected by the hundreds of people—both young and old—who he instructed.
In addition to his loving wife, Linda, Frank’s memory will be treasured by his children, Veronica E. Mascaro and Frank J. Ferraro Jr; his grandchildren Angelina G. Mascaro, Damian Ferraro, and Aria L. Ferraro; and his brothers John Ferraro (Patty) and Ronald Ferraro. He was predeceased by his sister, Carol Fuoti.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Frank’s memory to the Reading Musical Foundation, 201 Washington St, Reading, PA 19601.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated privately. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc, is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences, tributes, and fond memories may be expressed at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.