Frank J. Strazzarino, Jr.

February 8, 1951 - November 25, 2018

Frank Joseph Strazzarino, Jr was born in San Francisco, CA on February 8, 1951. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank & Elaine Strazzarino. Frank leaves behind his loving wife, Carol of 41 years, and his two children, Robert (Kelly) Strazzarino & Stephanie Strazzarino, of Chico.

The majority of Frank’s working career was spent as Head of the Chamber of Commerce in Redding. Frank retired at the end of 2015 after 20 years leading the Redding Chamber of Commerce as the CEO. As a retiree he was very active in volunteering in the Redding community. He founded a non profit, The Redding Piano Angels in 2011 which has donated over 100 pianos to students in Redding. Frank loved playing the piano and was eager to share his love of music with others who might not have had access to pianos.

Frank will be remembered and missed by family, friends and the business community in Northern California. The Strazzarino family would like to thank everyone for their outpouring of support and appreciate the kind words about Frank and his life.

There will be a vigil at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday night, December 5th, at: Newton-Bracewell Funeral Home 680 Camellia Way Chico 95926 There will be a funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 6th, at: Our Divine Savior Church 566 East Lassen Ave Chico, CA