It is with deep heartbreak and profound sadness that we share the passing of Frank Cozzolino, of Holden Beach, North Carolina — a cherished husband, devoted friend, proud son of Fayetteville, and a familiar face to many through his work on reality television. Frank’s death has left a void that stretches far beyond his family and hometown, touching countless people who admired his talent, his humor, and most of all, his extraordinary heart.
Frank was more than a skilled electrician — he was a personality, a presence, and a light. On-screen and off, he had a rare gift: the ability to walk into the most chaotic electrical disaster and, with a perfectly timed joke or one of his signature reactions, instantly lift the room. Those who worked with him say the same thing — Frank made everything better. His warmth, his laughter, and his genuine care for people were woven into everything he did.
His friends in the Holmes family expressed what so many feel:
“Frank made us better. His impact will live on in every home he helped… He cared about doing it right. He cared about the people he worked with. He cared about every homeowner he helped.”
That was who Frank was — a man whose craftsmanship mattered because people mattered to him.
Beyond television, Frank was deeply rooted in his community. An active member of local online groups, he loved reminiscing about Fayetteville’s history and often shared stories about Lib’s Place, his mother’s beloved watering hole on the boulevard. He was the proud son of a Green Beret and carried immense pride for Fort Bragg and the community that shaped him.
Friends recall him as endlessly engaging, quick with a joke, and full of heart — someone who loved his hometown, supported fellow veterans and tradespeople, and cherished the people in his life. Many will smile through their tears remembering tributes like this one:
“In my Father’s house are many mansions… and then Frank rewired Jesus’ hack-job electrical, because Jesus was a carpenter and not an electrician.”
Frank studied at Fayetteville Technical Community College, attended 71st High School, and built a fulfilling life in Holden Beach. Above all else, he was devoted to his wife, Robin Minges Cozzolino, and the loved ones who now carry his memory forward.
As this community mourns, his legacy continues — in his craftsmanship, in the laughter he gave so freely, in the homes he helped restore, and in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him.
Rest in peace, Frank Cozzolino.
Your light, your humor, and your kindness will live on forever. Miss you, buddy.