METHUEN - Francis "Frank" Michael Troianello, DMD, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2019, after a lengthy illness, surrounded by his loving family and Frank's Maltese, Tia Maria, his beloved constant companion.

Frank was born August 31, 1941, to John and Virginia Troianello. He is survived by Susan Martin, his former wife and devoted caregiver; son Chris and his wife Jess of California; loving sister Joyce Peters and husband Wayne of Florida; niece Dawn and husband David Weinstein and family of Cambridge; nephew Jonathan Peters of Atlanta; cousins Cyndi and Joe Camaratta, and Lisa Pizzano of New Hampshire.

He was a graduate of Phillips Academy, class of 1959. Frank then went on to graduate from Tufts University in 1963 and later Tufts Dental in 1966. He also served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy until 1969.

Frank practiced dentistry in Methuen for 48 years. Devoted to his patients, he was known as "Dr. T., the painless dentist" and was a member of the American Dental Association. He also served on the Methuen School Committee from 1970-1976.

He was an avid New England sports fan and also loved golfing, boating and skiing. Frank will be greatly missed.

Frank's family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caring and compassionate staff and friends at Nevins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Please consider honoring Frank's memory by participating in their Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, May 20, at Haverhill Country Club.

Arrangements are by Driscoll Funeral Home, Haverhill. There will be a private memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Frank's memory to the Nevins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 12 Ingalls Court, Methuen, MA 01844. For guestbook, please visit www.driscollcares.com