Frank J. Guido's Obituary
To know the man in the bucket hat at the end of the bar was to love him.
Whether you ran into him at Strada, Jammers, Bonefish, or any of the many bars and restaurants he frequented over the years, you always knew Frank’s chair, his drink, and his hat. He was a familiar face, a steady presence, and a friend to many—someone who never stayed a stranger for long.
Frank Guido passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 29, 2026.
Frank was a loving father, grandfather, and friend whose life was rooted in service, family, and connection. He proudly served for 30 years with the Syracuse Fire Department, risking his life to protect his community with courage and dedication. Even in retirement, Frank never slowed down. Until the very end, he remained an avid antiquer, always on the hunt for the next great find and the stories that came with it.
Above all else, Frank loved his family. He is survived by his daughter, Kristen Whitehouse (Bill); his sons, Frankie and Nick (Jenna); and his daughter, Marissa. He was the proud grandfather of the grandchildren he loved most: Jessica and Shannon (Kristen and Bill), Juliana (Frankie), Luciano and Gianna (Nick and Jenna). Being Grandpa was one of his greatest joys, and his love for them knew no bounds.
Frank will be remembered for his larger-than-life presence, his loyalty, his stories, and the unmistakable bucket hat that became his signature. His absence will be felt deeply, but his memory will live on in the countless lives he touched, the tables he gathered around, and the family he cherished so dearly.
Calling hours, followed by a blessing, will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, 3401 Vickery Rd. (corner of Buckley Rd.) N. Syracuse, NY. Family and friends are invited to gather afterward for a celebration of life at Strada Mia. A private burial will take place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Frank’s honor may be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306.
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