Francis Pachiodo

Uncasville — Francis J. “Fran” Pachiodo, 86, of Uncasville, passed away Sept. 17, 2020, peacefully, surrounded by his family at Backus Hospital. He was born July 13, 1934, in Montville to the late Frank J. and Rosilda (Lusignan) Pachiodo. He married Judith E. Linda Oct. 28, 1961, who predeceased him in 2003.

A lifelong resident of Uncasville, Fran was a U.S. Army veteran. He retired from Robertson Paper Box (Rand-Whitney) in 1996, after more than 40 years. Fran was a lifelong communicant of St. John Church in Uncasville. He was also a lifetime member of the Montville Fire Company, the Montville Polish Club, the American Legion Post No.

112 and the New London Elks Lodge No. 360. In his earlier years, Fran enjoyed playing softball, bowling, boating and he was a Red Sox fan. Until recently, Fran still enjoyed visiting the Polish Club, the American Legion and fishing with friends.

Fran is survived by his two sons, Michael and his wife Shirley of Oakdale, and Thomas and wife Charly of Uncasville. He also leaves behind several grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many cousins. In addition to his wife and parents, he was also predeceased by his loving sister, Arlene Staubley. Fran was well-liked and will be missed by all who knew him.

A Mass of Christian

Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at

St. John Church, 22 Maple Ave., Uncasville. Burial will immediately follow at St. Patrick Cemetery, Depot Road, Uncasville. Following the burial service, a celebration of Fran’s life will be held at the Montville Polish Club on Maple Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John Church, the Montville Fire Company or a charity of one’s choice.