Al Villani, age 65, of Frisco, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2008 at home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on November 8, 1943, in Bronx, New York to Albert A. Villani and Beatrice (Deere) Villani. After serving for six years in the U.S. National Guard, he was an engineer and loyal employee with Southwestern Bell where he retired after 35 years. Al was a beloved husband of 41 years to his wife Judi. He was a loving father of three and a cherished papaw to seven grandchildren that he adored. He treated many of his friends as if they were his own family. The ultimate handy-man, he could tackle most any project and was a talented wood worker. He had a sharp wit and was a loyal friend to many. He was a man of quiet dignity and never complained even under the most unfortunate circumstances. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed the close relationships he built with friends on the golf course. He was a fan of the Dallas Stars and Dallas Cowboys and never missed a telecast. He was the rock of the family and had a heart of gold. He will be forever cherished by those who knew him and will be truly missed. He is survived by his wife, Judi Villani of Frisco, Texas; sons, Tom Villani and wife Vicki of McKinney, Texas and Steve Villani and wife Laurie of Frisco, Texas; daughter, Jamie Sockwell and husband Sam of McKinney, Texas; mother, Beatrice Villani of San Antonio, Texas; sisters, Barbara Goebeler and husband George of Libertyville, Illinois, and Pat Florio and husband Joe of San Antonio, Texas; cousin, Carolyn Sullivan of San Antonio, Texas; grandchildren, Brayden Villani, Cameron Villani, Ashton Sockwell, T.J. Villani, Andrew Villani, Sam Sockwell and Sara Villani. He is preceded in death by his father. The family would especially like to thank Elena, Sandra, Brenda, and Jose for the excellent care and love that made Al’s final days so peaceful. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 16, 2008 in the Chapel at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home, with Chaplain Bob Swift officiating.