Northport High School alumnus (Class of 1954) and Class of 2017 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee, Frank S. Cavagnaro passed away on December 10, 2020 at the age of 82. Frank was a two-sport athlete, playing both football and track. A versatile athlete, Frank started at the guard position on the 1954 County Championship football team and then played fullback and defensive end on the 1955 County Championship football team. He was named to the All-County team in 1955.
Frank was the beloved father of Anna Cavagnaro, Angelina (Holger) Breckling, Andrew (Heidi) Cavagnaro, and Victoria (Mark) Pozza. He was the cherished grandfather of Sean (Meaghan) Travis, Casey Travis, Aimee Arreguin, Erica Breckling, Andrew Cavagnaro, Jr., Marni Huffman, Devin Pozza, Noah Pozza, Jake and Jessica. Frank was also the dear great grandfather of Max Arreguin and Kyle Gleason. He was also loved by many nieces and nephews.