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Beloved Judge Frank Caprio Passed Away At The Age Of 88
The internet was struck last night by the sad news that Judge Frank Caprio, known online for his kindness and compassion in the courtroom, passed away at the age of 89.
According to his family, the beloved judge died peacefully after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Less than 24 hours before his passing, he addressed his followers on social media with a video message, asking them once again to pray for him.
The social media star rose to fame with the show Caught in Providence, which was available on YouTube, while numerous clips from his courtroom often went viral on social networks. Frank Caprio was known for his kindness and for always showing empathy toward people.
Caught In Providence, YouTube
"Beloved for his compassion, humility, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the courtroom and beyond. His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him. He will be remembered not only as a respected judge, but as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. His legacy lives on in the countless acts of kindness he inspired. In his honor, may we each strive to bring a little more compassion into the world — just as he did every day," read a statement posted on his official Facebook page.
Less than a day before his passing, he shared a video from the hospital, asking his followers to keep him in their prayers. He recalled how kind thoughts and prayers had been sent to him last year during a very difficult time, but sadly, the illness had now returned. Once more, he urged his followers to remember him in their prayers — but this time, the disease was too strong.
Rest in peace, Judge Frank Caprio.
According to his family, the beloved judge died peacefully after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Less than 24 hours before his passing, he addressed his followers on social media with a video message, asking them once again to pray for him.
The social media star rose to fame with the show Caught in Providence, which was available on YouTube, while numerous clips from his courtroom often went viral on social networks. Frank Caprio was known for his kindness and for always showing empathy toward people.
Caught In Providence, YouTube
"Beloved for his compassion, humility, and unwavering belief in the goodness of people, Judge Caprio touched the lives of millions through his work in the courtroom and beyond. His warmth, humor, and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew him. He will be remembered not only as a respected judge, but as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. His legacy lives on in the countless acts of kindness he inspired. In his honor, may we each strive to bring a little more compassion into the world — just as he did every day," read a statement posted on his official Facebook page.
Less than a day before his passing, he shared a video from the hospital, asking his followers to keep him in their prayers. He recalled how kind thoughts and prayers had been sent to him last year during a very difficult time, but sadly, the illness had now returned. Once more, he urged his followers to remember him in their prayers — but this time, the disease was too strong.
Rest in peace, Judge Frank Caprio.
