Francis "Frank" John Gaudioso, Sr., a beloved resident of Sun Lakes, Arizona, formerly of Winchester, passed away on November 2, 2025, at the age of 84. He was the beloved husband for 49 years of the late Marcia (Pickett) Gaudioso until her death in 2021.
Born on October 20, 1941, in Winchester, Massachusetts, Frank was a cherished individual known for his dedication and contributions throughout his life.
Frank served in the United States Armed Forces as a Sergeant and Radar Technician from 1961 to 1964. Following his military service, he pursued a successful career as an Engineer and became a Regional Director of Sales. He also had more than 40 years of service with Motorola and Qualcomm in engineering and sales.
A man of varied interests, Frank enjoyed golfing, playing racquetball, and was an avid collector of coins and clocks. He was also involved in his community through the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). He was a pet lover who had and loved many pets over the years, including his most recent pet, Missy, a well-loved Shih Tzu. He also worked tirelessly with the American Service Animals Society.
Frank is survived by his son, Francis J. Gaudioso, Jr., and daughter, Deirdre Anne “DeAnne” Hammond. His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Michael Hammond, Ariana Gaudioso, Tiana Gaudioso, and Giovanni Gaudioso, as well as his great-grandchildren, Charlotte Hammond, Jasper Baker, Evelyn Hammond, and Francis J. Gaudioso. Frank is also survived by his son-in-law, Billy Hammond, daughter-in-law, Amie Gaudioso, granddaughters-in-law, Jessica Hammond, Cassidy Gaudioso, and Paige Linnebur, and grandson-in-law, Erik Isaacson. In addition to his wife, Frank was preceded in death by his parents, John and Angeline Gaudioso, and his sister, Carol Romboli.
Visiting Hours will be held at the Costello Funeral Home, 177 Washington St., Winchester, on Wednesday, November 19, from 10-11:30 AM, with a Prayer Service at 11:15AM, followed by burial with military honors in Wildwood Cemetery, Winchester.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Service Animal Society in Frank's memory. https://dogs4vets.org.