# PERSONAL NOTE — Frank Capecci
## Draft for Joe to Send (or Use as Reference for Phone Call)

*Background: Frank Capecci lives next door to Joe at 381 West 12th Street, Ship Bottom, NJ. His wife passed away in December 2025. Joe got Frank's number from Bob (973-229-9362). Joe has been meaning to reach out.*

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## DRAFT TEXT MESSAGE (casual, warm)

> Frank — it's Joe Lynch, your neighbor at 12th Street. I heard about your loss this past December and have been meaning to reach out. I'm so sorry for what you and your family have been going through. I'm thinking about you. If you ever want to grab a coffee or just have some company when you're out at the shore this spring, reach out. 🙏

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## DRAFT PHONE CALL TALKING POINTS

*If Joe calls Frank at 973-229-9362:*

Opening:
> "Frank, it's Joe Lynch — your neighbor at 12th Street. I hope this isn't a bad time. I heard about your wife, and I've been meaning to call. I'm so sorry."

Let him talk. Don't rush it. Silence is okay.

If conversation goes well, natural closes:
- "If you're coming out to the shore this spring, give me a shout. I'll be around."
- "Keli and I would love to have you over for dinner sometime."
- "It's good to hear your voice, Frank. Don't be a stranger."

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## HANDWRITTEN CARD OPTION (if Joe wants to send a card)

Joe can send a card to Frank's Ship Bottom address. Suggested text:

> *Dear Frank,*
>
> *I've been thinking of you since I heard the news this winter. Words don't do much in times like these — but I want you to know that you have a neighbor and a friend on 12th Street.*
>
> *If there's ever anything I can do, please don't hesitate. Keli and I are here.*
>
> *With warmth,*
> *Joe Lynch*

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## ⚡ REMINDER FOR JOE

**This has been on the list since March.** Frank has been grieving alone for months. A 3-minute phone call means more than you know. Just do it.

Frank's mobile: **973-229-9362**

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