Francis E Curran II

HAMMONDSPORT – Frank, age 78, died on May 14, 2026, peacefully at home in Hammondsport, New York, surrounded by his family.

He was blessed to have a supportive, loving, and generous family. Frank, born on October 24, 1947, was the eldest son of Francis “Fritz” and Grace (Domann) Curran. He is survived by his siblings and their spouses, which number twelve: Jeanne & Jim Schmidt, Margaret “Peggy” & Jimmie Martin, Michael & Barbara Curran, Elizabeth “Beth” & Warren Metherd, Patrick & Lynne Curran, and Mary & Steve Davis. Frank is also survived by his immediate family, including his wife of forty-two years Suzanne (Barkley) Curran; daughter & son-in-law Ashley & Travis Bruner and son & daughter-in-law Francis & Kelsie Curran III. He was thrilled to be a grandfather to five: Fiona Grace and Colette Marie Bruner; Francis Eugene IV, Eleanor Kathryn, and Norah Elizabeth Curran. A brother-in-law & sister-in-law Albert & Gail Barkley survives him, as well as many dear cousins and many, many very special nieces and nephews.

Frank’s curiosity and his quest for meaning was nurtured by his years at Maryknoll College in Glen Ellyn, Illinois where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1969. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Syracuse University School of Law in 1980. Along the way, he marched in the Civil Rights movement, registered as a conscientious objector to war, in any form, served in the Peace Corps in the Ivory Coast, and worked for many years at St. Agatha’s Home for Children in the South Bronx.

Eventually moving to Hammondsport, New York, he married Suzanne in 1983 and began to raise a family. Following his work as a lawyer, he created a niche for himself at Bully Hill Winery, where his unique personality and sense of humor allowed him to shine, serving wine with laughter, even earning him an award from the Governor’s office.

In Hammondsport, he enjoyed a strong sense of community. He was always eager to talk and made many cherished friends, at times with dog Megan in tow. He grew tomatoes for neighbors, tutored local kids, and attended St. Gabriel’s Church. Since birth, Frank was born, raised and educated in the Roman Catholic Church. His “Works of Love” included volunteering with numerous organizations including Meals on Wheels, Catholic Charities of Steuben, as well as The Ramp Guys. Frank diligently collected pill bottles for recycling in coordination with Matthew 25 Ministries. Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry held a special place in his heart and his preparations for the annual Christmas boxes were painstaking. “Our Leprechaun” established and monitored the “Marty Jar” at the local grocery store, for too many years to remember, and made deposits of the cash and change into the Loaves & Fishes account. His years of service also included fifteen years as a member of the Board of Education at Hammondsport Central School.

The final gift Frank made was entrusting his body to the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry through the Anatomical Gift Program for the advancement of medical education.

His family is forever grateful for the hospice care provided by First Care NY, which enabled his family to care for him at home. He enjoyed the phone calls and company of family, friends, and neighbors during his last few weeks at 20 Lake Street.

A memorial service will be held the weekend of August 15th, 2026.

If desired, donations in his memory can be made to Hammondsport Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry; the Fred and Harriet Taylor Memorial Library in Hammondsport, NY; or Care First NY of Painted Post, NY.

Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, Hammondsport, is honored to assist Frank’s family with the arrangements.

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