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1944
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Jack Frank Obituary
Jack Clarence Frank passed away suddenly on July 17, 2020 at home with his loving wife by his side. Jack was born to the late Clarence and Alzena (Wirbel) Frank on February 1, 1944, in Bay City and resided in Monitor Township his entire life.
Jack married Marilyn (Gwizdala) on August 20, 1966. She survives him. Together, they enjoyed traveling all around the world and making precious memories with their family and friends. Jack was passionate about farming and was an active member in the agriculture community, serving on countless boards, committees, and commissions. He was an active member on the Monitor Township Planning Commission and a retired member of the Monitor Township Fire Department. In his free time, he enjoyed taking care of his home with beautiful flowers, hunting, golf, attending annual car races and the Mackinaw Bridge tractor crossing.
Surviving Jack is his wife, Marilyn; nephews, Todd (Deann) Frank and Troy (special friend, Jane) Frank; and niece, Amy (Scott) Perrault; great nieces and nephews, Alexandria & Mitchell Perrault and Christopher & TJ Frank. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Gary (Janet) Frank, and his wife’s parents, Edward & Julia Gwizdala.
Special friends: Eric & Emily Rosenbrock, Penny & Don Rueger, Jack & Dinah Moltane, Bill & Leah Fournier. Thank you to all those who loved, shared, cared, and helped throughout his lifetime.
“A heart destroyed in minutes is mine.” Jack, I love and cherish our time. My love, I now have so much to learn and pray I can make you proud. Love of my Life.
Friends may visit with the family at St. Gabriel Parish (St. Anthony site, 11 Mile & Midland Rd., Auburn) on Wednesday, July 22 from 9:00 until 1:00. Rev. Fr. Thomas E. Sutton will officiate the Liturgy Mass at 1:00 p.m. with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery. Please follow social distancing guidelines with masks worn. Memorial contributions should be directed to family wishes who will donate to Jack’s favorite charities.
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Karen Batelli
July 22, 2020
Dear Marilyn ... I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I recall thinking what a beautiful couple you made. Sounds like you shared a wonderful life together. I will remember you in my prayers.
Brandi
July 22, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. So sorry to hear about Jacks passing Sincerest condolances Brandi Kunz Labadie Service Dept .
Bob & Marilyn Obermiller
July 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss Marilyn and family.
Tom & Brenda Dore
July 22, 2020
Marilyn, sorry we couldn't be with you today. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Jack will
be missed by all. Hugs to you.
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Beverly Tinney
July 22, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss, Marilyn. Sure hope and pray you are doing good. Beverly (Wieland) Tinney
Jen Bagley (Auburn Fields)
July 21, 2020
Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and Hugs! I miss seeing you!
LINDA WEEKS
July 21, 2020
I knew Jack and Marilyn through my sister and brother-in-law Jack and Dinah Moltane--every adventure they went on together sounded like so much fun. I will always remember Jack's smile and engaging spirit with those he met. Marilyn my heart goes out to you and know that you are in my thought's and prayers.
Susan JezowskiGreg Jezowski
July 21, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
We send our condolences with love in our hearts.
Jayne & Bob Stinson
July 21, 2020
Marilyn, our most heartfelt condolences on Jack's passing. We only got reacquainted with you and Jack in the last 10+ years but in that short time we came to know a very gentle and welcoming man, usually sitting in the background kind of taking stuff in at some sort of Jezowski gathering. But we also witnessed a True Love. Your Jack will be very sadly missed. Prayers for your broken heart.
Virginia Wackerle
July 21, 2020
MARILYN, WHAT A SCHOCK. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. JACK WAS LOVED BY MANY, INCLUDING LORRAINE. HE ALWAYS SPOKE HIGHLY OF HIM
WITH WHAT IS GOING ON IN THE WORLD TODAY, AT AGE 91, I FEEL IT BEST IF I STAYED HOME. ITS 5 YEARS THAT LORRAINE IS GONE, AND ITS NOT EASY, YOU WRITE A BEAUTIFUL, LOVING OBIT., AND I WILL CALL YOU IN A COUPLE OF WEEKS, AND IN THE MEANTIMEREST AND TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF, AND ALWAYS REMEMBER, GOD LOVES YOU AND SO DO I. IN GODS LOVE, GINNY
Daniel Adams
July 21, 2020
Jack and Marlene were very great and welcoming, I will miss jack very much to Marlene my heart sank when I heard that jack passed my thoughts go out to you!
Suzanne Kelly
July 21, 2020
So saddened to see the news...I knew Jack, both personally and professionally. He always lighted up the room when he arrived. He was so very kind. Condolences to family and friends.
Robert Brown
July 21, 2020
Marilyn, my sincerest condolences to you. May he rest in peace.
Bob Morley
July 20, 2020
So sorry to hear about Jack's passing. We just passed each other and agreed to meet soon. We should never pass up a moment. My best to Marilyn and family.
Bob Morley
Carol Katsarelas
July 20, 2020
So Very sorry to hear of Jacks sudden passing! Prayers and Gods peace for the family and friends ..RIP my fellow classmate.
Pete Jezowski
July 20, 2020
Marilyn, our deepest sympathy to you on Jack's passing. Our love and prayers go out to you. May Christ's peace be with you. All our love. Pete & Terri.
Sandy Wylie
July 20, 2020
Marilyn, you have my deepest condolences. Jack was a great guy and I pray the love and beautiful memories will sustain you during this most difficult time.
Ken Malkin
July 20, 2020
I first met Jack when we both served on the Planning Commission some 25 years ago. He was a great contributor to Monitor Township and will be sorely missed. I will miss him very much!
Roger Eichman
July 19, 2020
My condolences, Praying for family thru this time and going forward. Jack always was alway happy and quick with a smile.
He will be missed.
Kip Howland
July 19, 2020
Jack was a friend of mine. We met because my oil company had many wells on his farmland. He was never too thrilled about the oil wells on his property but he was very, very good to me.
I will miss the times Jack, Eric and I would discuss sports, politics, hunting, etc in Jacks office at the farm. Jack was the master of the dry sense of humor. He would sometimes act like he was angry but if I looked closely, he was smiling under that thin mustache all along.
Marilyn, I am very sad for you. Ill miss Jack every time I drive by the farm or the house.
Diane Peters
July 19, 2020
Jack had a tremendous impact on all who got to know him. I will miss him with all my heart. Marilyn, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Deepest condolences.
Patty and Russ Friebe
July 19, 2020
Marilyn was so sorry to hear about Jack. Know that he will be missed by all that knew him. Hope that the memories that you shared together will help you through this difficult time. Will keep you in our prayers.
Wayne & Patsy Courier
July 19, 2020
To Marilyn and all your family and friends. We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. God bless you. You are all in our prayers. A great leader in our community will not be forgotten.
Donna Short Groya
July 19, 2020
Always loved both of you when working at the Linden-Hof. May he Rest In Peace now.
Julie Tabor
July 19, 2020
Death leaves heartache no one can heal, love leaves memories no one can steal. May all the wonderful memories you hold in your heart forever comfort you and bring you peace. Warm hugs for you Marilyn from Julie and Tom.❤
FRANK Englund
July 19, 2020
Jack and I both graduated from T L Handy in 1962. Jack always had that smile and a friendly hello. President Trump will miss Jack in Nov. And
I will miss him everytime we visit Bergers and Bay City.
Frank Englund, Naples, FL
Doug and Gail Anderson
July 19, 2020
Sympathies to Marilyn. Such a special couple. Remarkable guy, who touched so many lives. Prayers for all who loved him
The Staff of Gephart Funeral Home
July 19, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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