Frank Cozzolino’s family said he didn’t want a funeral and instead requested fans to donate to cancer and transplant research, or to become an organ donor.
WASHINGTON — Frank Cozzolino, the 56-year-old electrician featured on the home improvement channel show “Holmes on Homes,” died from Lymphoma, his daughter Filomena said Saturday, Dec. 6.
“My dad is loved by many. A man full of passion, empathy, brutal honesty, and integrity,” she wrote in an Instagram post alongside various family photos and pictures of Cozzolino.
In the post she explained how her father had organ disease and underwent a transplant in 2017. In 2025, his liver disease returned and he underwent another transplant in July, calling it a “third chance at life.”
There were “many” complications after the second transplant and he eventually was diagnosed with lymphoma. The Mayo Clinic defines lymphoma as cancer that affects the lymphatic system, like lymph nodes, blood, bone marrow, spleen and other tissues throughout the body.
“Ever the fighter, he never gave up,” she wrote. “Although he lost his battle in the late evening of December 4, 2025, my dad pushed the boundaries of what many of his medical team, friends, and family thought possible.”
Mike Holmes, friend and host of the show Cozzolino was frequently on, posted a tribute on social media after Cozzolino’s death.
“I am devastated by the passing of my good friend,” he wrote in a post featuring two selfies beside Cozzolino. “Frank made us better. His impact will live on in every home he helped.”
He praised his electrical work and humor.
“Frank wasn’t just good at what he did — he really cared. He cared about doing it right. He cared about the people he worked with. He cared about every homeowner he helped,” he continued. “Miss you buddy.”
Filomena’s caption continued with memories she and other loved ones would keep of her father.
“His passing, as heartbreaking as it is, is a reason for us to keep pushing forward, and spread kindness and generosity,” she wrote.
She said Cozzolino didn’t want a funeral and is instead asking for donations to organ donation, transplant and cancer research. She also encourages people sign up to become organ donors in his honor.
“This way, we may continue to bring others a second, or third, chance at life,” she wrote.
Cozzolino is survived by his partner Lisa and his daughters Filomena and Alexandria, according to his obituary.