Frank D.

Terranova Sr.

Frank D. Terranova, 69, of Langhorne formerly of Staten Island, passed away on Sunday evening, November 1, 2026 at St. Mary Medical Center, Langhorne.

Born in Brooklyn, New York on August 27, 1957, he was the son of the late Fortunato “Fred” and Raffaelina “Lily” Terranova.

He leaves behind his life partner of twenty-one years, Maria Karvois, and his cherished son, Frank D. Terranova Jr., whom he shared with former spouse Lisa Terranova.

Frank and Maria spent over two decades building a life side by side, marked by countless adventures together and deep, caring moments as the years went on. Frank’s world centered on his family, especially Maria, his son Frank, his daughter-in-law Caitlin D. Terranova, and his two granddaughters, Alessia and Sabrina Terranova, who brought him endless pride and happiness.

Frank graduated from Fort Hamilton High School and went on to further his training before working for many years as an HVAC Engineer at New York University.

On Staten Island during his son's youth, he dedicated years to coaching Little League baseball and youth basketball, sharing the game with his son, mentoring countless neighborhood kids, and lightly traumatizing a generation of local umpires and referees in the process.

To say Frank had a distinct and oftentimes unfortunate taste in sports is an understatement: his loyalties belonged to the New York Mets, the Dallas Cowboys, and the Boston Celtics. Watching a game was never a quiet event in his home—he took great pleasure in thoroughly yelling at the television whenever a call didn't go his way. Despite the Mets’ often disappointing performance, Frank proudly shared his love of the team with his son. Some of their fondest memories together were spent watching Mets games and even attending Game 4 of the 2000 Subway Series. Unfortunately, in true Mets fashion, the team lost that game, but the experience remained a special memory they shared.

Outside of sports, Frank loved a good bet. He could often be found playing the horses or testing his luck at the casinos with Maria’s mother, Leona Karvois, prior to her passing. The two of them had a dynamic like no other: they were either loudly bickering over bets or celebrating a massive win together, and there is no doubt they are hitting it big together right now.

Frank also enjoyed spending time with Maria’s brother and sister-in-law, Stephen “Junior” and Joelle Karvois, and their children, Joseph “Junebug,” Jourdin, and Ellie. He especially enjoyed the lively atmosphere, laughter, antics, and chaos that inevitably accompanied family gatherings, particularly during the holidays. Frank cherished the opportunity to rekindle memories of his own Little League days with his son and relive some of those special moments with Junebug. He also enjoyed introducing Junebug to the ponies, although some family members may not have shared quite the same enthusiasm for the experience!

When he wasn’t at the track or pacing in front of the TV, Frank loved vacationing in the warmth of the Dominican Republic. Back at home, he always enjoyed the company of his pets, his cat “Tiger Meow Meow”, his dog “Bleenie”, and his late cat, “Moo”.

Frank will be remembered above all for his love for Maria, Frank, and his granddaughters, and for his simple, genuine desire to enjoy life and spend it surrounded by the people who mattered most to him, whether pulling a slot machine with Leona, catching a game with Frank, or simply relaxing with a movie beside Maria. He will be deeply missed.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 11:00 am in St. John the Baptist Polish National Catholic Church, 414 West Oak Street, Frackville. The Rev. Robert Plictha, pastor, will officiate. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Fatima Cemetery, Shenandoah Heights.

Joseph J. Stutz, Inc. Funeral Home, 40 South Market Street, Mount Carmel, Joseph J. Stutz III, Supervisor, Christopher L. Kowalski, Director are in care of the arrangements. To offer condolences or to share memories or photos of Frank with his family, please sign the guestbook below.