Frank Orfeia long-time resident of West Harrison, passed away peacefully, at his home on January 12th of heart failure. Frank was born on October 16th 1926, at home by a midwife, in White Plains. Predeceased by his parents John and Natalina Morettini Orfei. He was educated in the White Plains Schools and joined the Marine Corps. He fought in the Battle of Okinawa and was in Guam when the war ended. He was sent to China for 8 months to help in repatriation. In 1951 he married the love of his life, Margaret [Peggy} Newman, at St. John's Church in White Plains. He joined the Harrison Police department, and served as a President of the PBA. After retirement he was a facility manager for Pepsi International in Purchase and Somers NY. He retired in 1995. He is survived by his son Frank of West Harrison, wife Gail and children Adam {fiancé Samantha} and Gabrielle {AJ}. Son Stephen of Katonah, partner Kelly Smith and children Tara {fiancé Stephen Forlini}and Stephen {Christine}, great grandson Cormac. Grandson William and daughter in law Elise. Brother John {Anne} and sister Ann {Chuck) Witzel and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his beloved wife, of 62 years, Peggy and loving son John. Also predeceased by sisters Philomena Schroeder and Viola Supeau. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Church, 85 Harrison Street, West Harrison, NY 10604.
Born in White Plains, NY on October 16, 1926
Departed on January 12, 2021 and resided in West Harrison, NY
- Visitation: Ballard Durand - White Plains
- Thursday January 14, 2021 1:00pm to 5:00pm
- Mass of Christian Burial: St Anthony of Padua Church
- Friday January 15, 2021 10:00am to 11:00am
- Entombment: Rose Hills Memorial Park
- Friday January 15, 2021
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Bob & I send our deepest sympathy on the passing away of your dad. We hope you find some comfort in your special memories. May the love of family and friends console and strengthen you in the days ahead; may our Lord give your dad eternal rest. Hugs & Love, Connie & Bob
Andy & Catherine
While I didn’t work with Frank, (he retired the year before I started), I felt it an honor to know him and associate with our retired group. My condolences to his family. R.I.P. brother in blue.
I am terribly sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. I never worked for him but saw and talked with him many, many times at functions and businesses in the Silver Lake area. I pray that he rests in peace.
And when I get to heaven Saint Peter I will tell another marine reporting sir I serve my time in hell. Semper fi To the greatest generation.
I consider myself lucky to have known and worked with Frank, he was truly an amazing person. Full of Life and a Happy-go-Lucky personality. Frank was a dedicated Police Officer and Loved Serving the Town of Harrison. Frank was a mentor to me and many of my fellow officers and showed us how to be a good police officer. I miss him and his wife Peggy. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and he will always remain in our hearts.
I was truly fortunate to have known and worked with Frank. Frank was full of life and had such a happy-go-lucky personality. Frank was a mentor to me and many of my fellow police officers. Frank truly loved serving the Town of Harrison. I will miss him, as I miss his wife Peggy, they were always gracious and helpful to all. My thoughts and prayers are with the Family at this time.
Rocco
With love,
Annie (Grillo) Damiano
Purchase, New York
Frank, Gail, Stephen, Kelly and family,
Steve and I are so very sorry to hear of your Dad’s recent passing. His was truly a life very well lived, and I remember him always being so full of life and also of being so proud of his children and grandchildren. May his memory sustain you at a most difficult time. Love, Judy, Steve and family