Frank G. Zamecnik

Frank G. Zamecnik RACINE-Frank G. Zamecnik, 94, passed away at his residence on Friday December 28, 2012, with his family by his side. Frank was born in Racine on May 27, 1918 the son of the late Frank and Josephine (nee: Block) Zamecnik. He was united in marriage to Mabel Jean Thillmann on December 31, 1940 in Sturtevant. Frank served in the United States Navy as a Chief Machinist Mate, from July 11, 1939 until his honorable discharge on July 5, 1947. Frank received the World War II Victory and Good Conduct Medals, also the American Defense, American Theater, Asiatic Pacific, and the European African ribbons. He was employed as an Operating Superintendent with Wisconsin Electric retiring in 1981 after many years of service. Frank was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church, and found great enjoyment in hunting and fishing in their Northern Wisconsin Home in Conover, finding respite and relaxation since the early 1970’s. Frank is survived by his wife of almost 72 years, Mabel, one son, William (Jessie) Zamecnik of Raymond, two daughters; Jean (Terry) Mau of Marco Island, Florida, and Linda (Paul) Lewis of Conover. He is further survived by nine grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren, one brother, Fred “Fritz” (Shirley) Zamecnik of Racine, two sisters; Arlene (Kelly) Hanek, Dorothy Borowski, both of Racine one brother-in-law, Henry Kuhns of Florida, sister-in-laws; Shirley Zamecnik, and Arlene Zamecnik. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends in Racine and Conover. Frank was preceded in death by one son, John Zamecnik, brothers; Harold, Edgar, Elmer and Charles, and sisters; Ruth Mako and Josephine Kuhns and brother-in-law, Bill Borowski. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2065 Geneva St., on Friday January 4, 2013 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Stephen Jennings officiating. Visitation will be held at church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. Frank will be laid to rest at West Lawn Memorial Park with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Frank in a special way may direct memorials to Racine Lutheran High School, 251 Luedtke Ave. Racine, WI 53405. The Zamecnik family would like to extend a very special thank you to Harmony of Racine and Hospice Alliance for their professional and compassionate care given to Frank.

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Frank G. Zamecnik

May 27, 1918 - December 28, 2012