Francis H. Kabisch

Francis H. Kabisch (Frank) March 16, 1937 - April 1, 2011 Priest, Husband, Father, Grandfather Born in Brooklyn, NY, to Franz and Helen, Frank never gave up his Brooklyn accent or stories of Ryerson Street where he spent his youth. He was ordained a Roman Catholic Priest in 1965 and was on the faculty at St. John Vianney, VA where he met his future wife Chloe. They married in June 1971. Although Frank worked in the private sector most of his career, his last employment at Ft. Lewis, counseling soldiers, was his most rewarding job. Frank was a compassionate man, forever impacting the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know him. Society found a great friend in Frank, who gave wholly of himself in pursuit of a better and more just world. He had great love for painting, photography, music, his TV, but most of all, his family. He died at home in Lakewood, WA where he fought his battle with Multiple Myeloma for the past 5 1/2 years. His family is forever indebted to the healthcare professionals of Multicare/Tacoma General Oncology for all of their support. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Chloe, daughter Tara and son-in-law Jim, grandchildren Kellan, Zoe Brooklyn, and Dexter, son Michael and daughter-in-law Jessie, son Tim and daughter-in-law Debi, grandson Monty Pope and unborn granddaughter, all of whom love him dearly. He is missed and remembered. A funeral mass will be held at St. Leo's Church in Tacoma, WA on April 14, 2011 at 12:10PM.