Frank Joseph Calabrese

Frank Joseph Calabrese, 83, of Bloomington died Thursday, February 16, 2023 at his residence. Born October 12,1939 in Chicago, Illinois. He was the son of Franks and Lucille (Saratella) Calabrese. Survived by wife, Joann Richardson Calabrese; sons, Tim (Lauren), Ken (Kim), Jon (Chel) and Ben (Azure); step-children, Melissa Richardson, Chris Finley (Kathy). Grandchildren, Caleb, Cameron, Daniel, Dawson, Marissa, Nic, Caralyn, Christopher, Jonah Calabrese, Todd, Tyler, Thomas, Trent (Cassidy) Richardson, Emily (Johnny) and Meghan Finley). Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, sister, Carol (Rich) Wendling and brother, Robert (Geri) Calabrese. Called Gramps by many, he was loved tremendously by his family and the many, many people he touched. He was a kind, generous and oh, so funny man. When remembering him laughter is the reaction. So many stories! He will leave an incredible legacy to many people; most importantly his wife, children and grandchildren! Frank graduated from Yorkville High School, Yorkville, Illinois and Illinois Wesleyan University with a Bachelor’s Degree. It was in college he met his first wife, Dale, the mother of his four boys. He began his 40-year career with Pfizer Pharmaceutical serving as a district manager, hospital manager and pharmaceutical rep. Along with raising his four boys, he was always active in his community. Upon moving to Bloomington in the 1970’s he continued his involvement in community serving on the Boys Club board, First United Methodist Church, managing the church softball team and was named to the Monroe County Softball Hall of Fame, and Bloomington Little League and Babe Ruth baseball. Upon his retirement from Pfizer, he became president of the Smithville Diamonds baseball board and served in that position for over 10 years helping to build a great facility for both baseball and softball. Through baseball and softball he encouraged thousands of kids at Bryan Park, Winslow and Smithville. Many of them continue to stay in contact with him over the years. He was active with the Smithville Community Association and recently was elected as a member of the Clear Creek Township Board. Visitation will be 4-8pm Tuesday, February 21, 2023 and 10-11am Wednesday at Allen Funeral Home and Crematory, 4155 South Old State Road 37 in Bloomington. Funeral services will be 11:00am Wednesday at the funeral home, with Reverend Jimmy Moore officiating. Burial will follow at Clear Creek Cemetery in Bloomington In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Frank’s name to Smithville Diamonds, P.O. Box 13, Smithville, IN 47458. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Frank Joseph Calabrese

October 12, 1939 - February 16, 2023