Frances T. Uttaro
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Frances passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of Eugene R. Uttaro Sr., and devoted mother of Eugene Jr. and Joseph Uttaro, Anna Birchler, and Teresa Scroger (Randall).
Predeceased by her parents Charles and Anna Mitrano, her sisters Isabel Triano, Sr. Concetta Mitrano SSJ, Sr Cora Marie Mitrano SSJ, Philomena Mitrano, and brother Rev. Joseph Mitrano, CSB.
Survived by her beloved grandchildren, Jason Uttaro, Shawn Dean (Christina), Ashley Birchler (Ken), Rachel Farley (Chris), April Harris (Chris), CJ, Travis, and Marcis Scroger, Gina Garcia (BJ), Melanie Wilson (Thomas). Survived by Sister Ann Marie Mitrano SSJ, Vincent Mitrano, and Gerard Mitrano (Barbara).
Frances was a graduate of Nazareth Academy, class of 1950.
She worked and volunteered at several jobs, including Lincoln’s department store and Le Chase construction as a secretary. She was a stay at home mom, and then volunteered in the Hilton School District in the remedial reading section. She then worked for the Greece Central School district as an aide in the psychology department, and the Town of Greece in the Tax collector’s office.
She had a strong devotion for her children and grandchildren. She loved her husband, Eugene, for 69 years and her husband loved her with unwavering devotion. Frances made a lot of friends along the way and never had a bad word to say about anybody. She only saw the good in people. She will be sorely missed by all that knew her.
Please join us in honoring the life of Frances on Saturday (January 10th) from 10-11 AM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road. Her Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel. Entombment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Sisters of Saint Joseph, 150 French Road, Rochester, New York 14618. Special thanks to the North Greece Fire Department for their quick response, professionalism, and compassionate care, and to all the staff at Rochester Regional Hospice.
Worked with Fran at the Town Tax office- Loved her smile – very sweet to all – Gene my condolances to all your family.
God Bless
I did not know Frances personally. But she had a crucial role in bringing my parents together. She grew up with my mom, Dorothy Rozzi Loncle, graduating from Nazareth Academy together. And she worked with my father, Pierre Loncle, at LeChase Construction. She arranged for both of them to visit her at the same time following the birth of her child. That led to my parents dating one another. Therefore, while I didn’t know her personally, I have always appreciated her significant role in bringing about my existence and that of my siblings. May she rest in peace and may those who loved and will miss her be comforted and consoled. You have my condolences.
I miss you everyday Grammy. You were the best Grandma we could have ever asked for. I love you so much.
My amazing grandma, truly an angel on earth. I am so grateful for the love, laughter, and memories we shared—from making gnocchi together to the fun adventures we had whenever we were together. I will miss our weekly FaceTime calls and I will miss you more than words can say. I love you always.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.” – John 14:27 🤍
Our family lost the heart of it all — our monarch, our glue, our everything. She was more than my grandma; she was love, strength; she was our home. Saying she’ll be missed doesn’t come close. Life will never feel the same without her. I love you more than you will ever know.
My Grandmother was the most beautiful person inside and out and I miss her everyday. She filled our lives with light and love and I could not have been more grateful for the 33 years I had with such an amazing grandma but her love and memories will be with me forever . She helped make me who I am today , she made everyone feel loved and was always kind. I love her so much I cannot put into words how much she meant to me . I will love you forever
My very deep condolences to the Uttaro and Mitrano families. I met Frances and her husband Gene through my dear friend and “Birthday Buddy “Philomena.
You will never find a more caring and giving family. After Philomenas passing I exchanged Christmas cards with Frances & Gene to keep in touch because Philomena and her family made you feel so welcomed! I’m so grateful to have known such a wonderful close knit family.
Hugs and Prayers Philomena and Frances and to your entire family.
I was lucky enough to join this lovely lady’s family for Thanksgiving, many years ago. She was the cutest and sweetest soul, and treated me like family from the very first day! Her love radiates through all of you, as you all made me feel welcome and built such special relationships from that very day! My heart goes out to all of you, I know how much she meant to her family, and how greatly she will be missed. We are here for you if any of you need anything!
xoxo
Would love the opportunity to thank everyone on behalf of the family for all the loving messages, phone calls, and words of sympathy. Hearing so many wonderful stories of how much my grandmother impacted the lives of others in such a beautiful, memorable way over the years brings such great comfort to the wonderful life she lived. Her biggest impact was with her family. I have had nearly 41 years of treasured memories with her. Early years of spending nearly every weekend at grandma’s house. Remembering her warm smile and open arms the moment I came through the door, and all of her grandchildren. Her home was a place of comfort, magic, and most of all love. No matter what troubles may have been on our minds, she found a way to wash it away with her comfort and love. Memories of sitting with grandma as she explained all of her Christmas ornaments that were on her Christmas tree, the patience she displayed as she taught me how to bake Christmas cookies and holiday pies. All of my special favorite treats were always available knowing I would be looking for them, and they were always to be found. New Years eve memories of jingling change in a bag as an old tradition to bring good luck into the new year; the holidays were always just magical with her. Nights spent over, she would always make sure I enjoyed my favorite snack and would recite our nightly prayers together. Prayers that I say every night now, just the way she taught me. As the years rolled by, I got taller, older, quite a bit grayer; that warm smile never wavered. My favorite dinners were always on the table, my favorite treats could always be found. She could make the 40 year old man in me feel that same magic, same love, same comfort I did when I was a child in her arms. I will always thank God for the rest of my years for giving me one of the greatest gifts on earth, our beautiful grandmother. Faith was her gift to me. Faith that when it is my time to get called home at the end of my life’s journey, I will be greeted with that same warm familiar smile, that same embrace, and to be hand in hand to take me home. With all my love- Jason
She was the nicest lady. I remember her when I was in Grade School at Hoover Drive. My condolences.