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February 15, 2011

Frank J. Gubitose, 72, of Laflin, passed away Tuesday, February 15, 2011, at home surrounded by his family. Born May 12, 1938, he was a son of the late Mary Carpenito Gubitose of Wilkes-Barre, and the late Carmen Gubitose of Laflin. He and his wife, the former Barbara Williams, celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary on May 16, 2010.

Frank was a graduate of GAR High School and received both his bachelor’s and master of science degrees from Wilkes College. He worked as an executive and vice president in the food industry for more than 30 years, prior to his retirement in 2002.

Frank was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Pittston, and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was affiliated with various food broker associations throughout the United States.

He was preceded in death by infant daughter, Diane.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by son, Glen, and his wife, Ann, of Laflin; daughter, Linda, also of Laflin; and one granddaughter, Anna Marie.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in St. John the Evangelist Church, William Street, Pittston. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass on Saturday at the Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.