Francis (Frank) D. Tedesche

SENECA FALLS, NY- Frank D. Tedesche, 74, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 with his loving wife, daughters, family and friends at his side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Church, Seneca Falls on Tuesday September 16th at 11am.

Frank was born on June 11, 1951 in Geneva, NY to the late Michael and Philomena (Sanpietro) Tedesche, and was raised in Seneca Falls.

He attended Mynderse Academy and graduated from Geneva High School in 1969. Frank was a master builder and woodworking expert. Over the course of Frank’s 50 year career he built numerous houses, home additions, custom wood working and designed elaborate wood furniture for his clients. From a young age Frank developed a talent of building, creating and crafting things. Frank was a street rod enthusiast, a black belt in karate and a dedicated friend to many.

Frank met the love of his life, Joyce, in the early seventies and they were married soon after. They raised their children in Seneca Falls.

He is survived by his beloved wife Joyce (DeVellis Valliloungo) Tedesche; daughters Nicole Tedesche and Andrea (Gustavo) Tedesche Gomez; brother Michael Tedesche; sister Penny Siblosky; 2 grandchildren Giovanni and Antonia Gomez; several beloved nieces and nephews.

Frank is predeceased by his parents; mother and father-in-law Joseph and Agnes Valliloungo; sister Laura Tedesche; sister-in-law Margaret (Peg) Tedesche; brother-in-law John Siblosky.