Frank Maenza

Rochester - Frank Maenza, 73, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Frank was born in Rochester, NY on March 30, 1953 to the late Frank and Mary Maenza. Predeceased by his only brother Philip Maenza. Frank was a loyal employee to Eastman Kodak Co. for over 30 years.

Frank will be remembered for his diehard love of the Cleveland Browns. He went to Cleveland many times with his cousin Sam and his nephews. Frank was an avid Star Wars fan, loved Marvel Comics, golf, bowling, and most of all, playing poker with his family & friends.

Frank had a great love for his nephews and nieces, often taking them to see Star Wars and Marvel movies.

He is survived by his sister, Antoinette Heerkens; sister-in-law, Mary Ann Maenza; nephews, William Heerkens, Joseph (Michelle) Heerkens, and Joseph and Michael Brewer; his niece, Kimberlee Heerkens; his great-nieces and nephews, Austin, Jonathan, Jessica, Chaz, Dominic, and Joshua; along with many close cousins and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Parish of the Holy Family, 4100 Lyell Rd., Rochester, NY 14606 on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Burial will be held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank and Kilie’s name to Lollypop Farm, 99 Victor Rd., Fairport, NY 14450.