Frank J. Dewane Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Frank J. Dewane (Venice, Florida) is shared. Frank, born on March 9, 1950 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, passed away on October 7, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Frank will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Frank by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Frank is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Frank’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ben Dewane and Eleanor Dewane. He is survived by: his siblings, John (Jack), Margaret (Peggy) and Mary. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
The lying in state will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Epiphany Cathedral Parish Hall (350 Tampa Ave W, Venice, FL 34285). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the St. John Xxiii Catholic Church (13060 Palomino Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33912).
In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Bishop Dewane Endowment Fund for the Poor with the Catholic Community Foundation of Southwest Florida: https://ccfdioceseofvenice.org.
