Frank G. O'Rourke

Frank G. O’Rourke, 100, of Rotterdam passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Baptist Health and Rehabilitation Center in Scotia. Born in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Clarence and Anna (Brandle) O’Rourke.

He proudly served his country in the Army in World War 2. He later was employed in the Army depot in Rotterdam and Voorheesville. For 12 years he was employed in Machinery Repair for the Watervliet Arsenal.

In his free time, Frank enjoyed working on cars.

Frank is predeceased by his wife Mildred M. Vincent and his sister Margaret Quinn.

He is survived by his two daughters Mary L. Barrie (Michael) and Kathleen O. Vito (David), as well as 4 grandchildren Michael Vito (Min), Jennifer Hubbard (late Howard), Ashley Barrie and Nori-Florentina Vito. Frank is also survived by 4 great grandchildren Mei and Mai Vito, Vincent Degrocco and Guiliana Foster, his dear friend and honorary daughter Fran Baccari, his cousin Daniel O'Rourke, and many nieces and nephews.

Services for Frank will be private at the convenience of the family.

Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

Arrangements are by the Bond Funeral Home 1614 Guilderland Avenue Schenectady.

Contributions can be made in Frank’s memory to St. Gabriel’s Church 3040 Hamburg Street Rotterdam NY 12303 or to the charity of one's choice.