Frank W. Appleton, 41, of Liverpool, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2009 at home. A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was born on Tuesday, May 21, 1968 to Tracey Appleton and June Rocco Appleton. He graduated from Cicero North Syracuse High School and ITT Technical Institute. Frank was employed for two years with Gartner Equipment and previously for the Syracuse Newspapers. A member of the YMCA, Frank’s other interests included working out, taking rides and working on cars. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughters. Surviving are his wife of 22 years, the former Deborah Reilly; daughters, Stephanie Appleton of Syracuse and Arianna Appleton of Liverpool; brother, David of Syracuse; and granddaughter, Sydney Appleton. Services will be at 3 p.m. Friday, June 12, 2009 at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Burial will be private.