Frank Cieniewicz

Frank Cieniewicz, 54, of Sanford, Maine passed away in his home on October 14, 2017. Frank was born to Jennie Picklo and Frank Cieniewicz on May 19, 1963 in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Although Frank claims he was "the coolest guy in school" with a pencil behind one ear and 3 pieces of paper, he dropped out his sophomore year of high school. He went on to receive his GED and eventually pursued a job in elevators through the labor union. He was proud to be one of the youngest elevator techs. After an eye injury he left the union and began working in construction. He spent over 30 years doing roofing and carpentry.In 1990 he met his wife Heidi Hunter and his (step) daughter Erica. Although Erica wasn't biologically his daughter, he raised her and loved her like she was. Frank and Heidi didn't have a storybook romance; it was more of an Al and Peggy Bundy type romance. They spent 28 years together and loved each other deeply, even when they got on each other's last nerve. In the last few years of his life they were rarely apart. In 1994 they welcomed a daughter Alexis, followed by a son Tyler in 1995 and a son Chase in 1996. Frank was proud to be a dad and loved his family more than anything. He would do anything to help and protect the ones he loved. He had many friends that he enjoyed sitting with around his kitchen table having a drink and making jokes. Frank could turn anything into a joke, and he never shied away from making one at anyone's expense. He would just say "you know how I am". Anyone that knew him knew it was all in good fun. Frank had the ability to annihilate common words which his family found hilarious. Frank loved listening to music, having a good time, and watching his t.v. On Sundays he enjoyed watching football with his friends and family. He really enjoyed rubbing it in their faces if he picked more winning teams that week than everyone else. Frank loved seeing his kids and grandchildren. At one point he made spaghetti dinners once a week to get everyone together. He took his spaghetti dinners seriously, cooking his "world famous" sauce all day long. He did make a delicious spaghetti, unfortunately he would freeze the left overs and make you eat it for weeks. Frank attempted to get a Business degree at YCCC but for health reasons he was unable to continue. He liked to live his life his way. Regardless of how unhealthy it may be. Frank couldn't be told what or how to do anything. This stubbornness made him who he was, but also prevented him from getting better. About a week before he passed his health declined rapidly and he refused treatment. Life became a struggle to do everyday things. Although his family misses him very much, they take comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering. He will be remembered for wearing his 501 Levis, his perfect hair he refused to give up on, his ability to make you laugh and drive you crazy at the same time, his willingness to give you the shirt off his back and for being a wonderful dad, grandfather and husband. Frank wasn't an overly religious man but he did believe in God, he hated if someone used the Lord's name in vain and he said his prayers every night.Frank was predeceased by his father Frank Cieniewicz and his maternal grandmother Jennie. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Heidi Hunter; their children, Erica Hawker and her husband William Hawker, Alexis Cieniewicz and her partner Johnathan Cox, Tyler Cieniewicz and his partner Raeven Rich and son Jonathan "Chase" Cieniewicz, all of Sanford. As well as four grandchildren he loved very much, Chloe Hilton, Kayden Hilton, Preston Hawker and Ashton Cieniewicz. He is also survived by his mother Jennie Picklo, brothers John and Timmy Cieniewicz, and a sister Allison Walsh; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Frank told his children throughout their lives that all he wanted when it was his time to go was to be told "you were a good dad". From all four of us, you were a wonderful dad and we will never forget all the love you had for us. At this time, the family is planning a celebration of life for Frank to take place in the next few weeks. Details for friends and family will be sent as soon as possible. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.blackfuneralhomes.com.