Francis “Frank” John Neeson, 65, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 after a valiant, hard-fought battle with cancer.
Known to many as Doc, his impact looms large on the many lives he touched as a husband, father, grandfather, family man, friend, doctor, coach, and beloved member of his community.
Frank is survived by his adoring wife of nearly 40 years, Carol; son, Daniel (Amanda); daughter, Samantha; granddaughter, Emilia and his Golden Retriever, Maggie.
Born on December 18, 1959 in New York City, Frank grew up in the town of Pearl River, NY. He graduated from Bergen Catholic High School in 1977 where he played on the soccer team and excelled in academics. Frank then completed his undergraduate studies at Manhattan College in 1981, majoring in Biology. He continued to pursue his studies at New York University School of Medicine where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree in 1985.
A giant in his field, Frank completed his residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He spent more than 35 years as a devoted cardiologist in the town of Greenwich, CT where his empathy and skill brought comfort and healing to his many patients and their families.
Frank met the love of his life, Carol, in the summer of 1977 and nine years later in 1986, they wed at St. Paul’s Chapel on Columbia University’s campus.
In 1990, Frank and Carol’s son Danny was born and two years later their daughter Sam completed their family of four. Frank relished in making and photographing memories, vacationing on Long Beach Island, attending sporting events and concerts, and mastering the art of grilling for his friends and family.
Not only was Frank a top doctor and highly respected and esteemed medical professional with a reputation for having a heart of gold, Frank was also an all-star shortstop on his softball team, “A Few Extra Pounds.”
One of Frank’s greatest joys was when his family expanded in 2023 with the birth of his granddaughter, Emmie, earning his favorite title of all, “Poppy.”
Frank’s lessons, laughter, and love will be etched on the hearts of everyone he encountered forever. To know Frank is to love him.
A celebration of Frank’s life will be held at Greenwich Hospital’s Noble Conference Room located at 5 Perryridge Road, Greenwich, CT 06830 on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 11:00am. In his honor, bright colors and fun socks are encouraged!
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Frank’s memory at https://giving.greenhosp.org/ways-to-give/donate by clicking “donate” and choosing the tribute option or by mailing a check to Greenwich Hospital, Office of Development, 35 River Road, Cos Cob, CT 06807.