Photo courtesy of Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home & Creamtory
Fremont, Ohio
Frank Hofstetter, Jr. 89, of Everett Rd, Fremont, OH passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 3, 2013. He was born on September 10, 1924 in Sandusky, OH to Frank and Anna Marie (Geiger) Hofstetter.
Frank served in the U.S. Navy as a Carpenter?s Mate 3 (CB) during WWII and was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, Asiatic Pacific Area Campaign Medal (1 Star) and American Area Campaign Medal.
He married Mary Virginia McCarthy on December 15, 1945 at St. Ann Church in Fremont and she preceded him in death on October 28, 2011.
Frank worked for Quick Cut Cutlery, H & M Bakery and Mercury Sign Company. He was also a Skilled Tradesman. He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church, American Legion, a member and Past Post and District Commander of the VFW, a member and Past Grand Commander of the MOC Military Order of Cootie, and held many State and National Offices within the organizations. Frank enjoyed photography, collecting music and was an avid sports fan. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Frank is survived by his children, Dennis Hofstetter, Amy Patuto, both of Fremont, OH, Becky (Dave) Summersett, Haskins, OH; grandchildren, Corey (Barb) Hofstetter, Nicole (John) Cichocki, Josh Hofstetter, Lindsay Drown, Ashley Agnew, Jonica (Adam) Limes, Jorey Summersett, Reneigh Fuller, Jarrett (Krista) Fuller; eighteen great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Virginia Hofstetter; son, Jan Hofstetter; daughter-in-law, Pam Hofstetter; grandchildren, Joel Summersett and Courtney Hofstetter; sisters, Betty Hofstetter and Ann Zlashey; brother, George Hofstetter.
Visitation: Sunday, December 8, 2013 from 2 ? 4 pm and 6 ? 8 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.
Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, December 9, 2013, 10:30 am at St. Ann Catholic Church, 1021 W. State St, Fremont, OH.
Burial: St. Ann Cemetery, Fremont, with Military Honors provided by the American Legion and VFW.
Memorials: St. Mary Central Catholic High School, 410 W. Jefferson St, Sandusky, OH 44870.
Denny & family, just want to say how sorry to hear your dad has left this life. Will keep you all in prayer as you go through this difficult time. God Bless!
Joyce Huntley
December 09, 2013 | Fremont
So sorry to hear of this Denny.
Tab Burdine
December 09, 2013
To Amy and family,we are sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob & Rose Shull
December 08, 2013 | Republic, OH
With our deepest sympathy for your loss, will always remember him as being our "SARGE" in the color guard.
Chuck and Vickie Rice
December 08, 2013
sorry to hear of your passing.
doris horner
December 08, 2013 | Bradenton, FL
Dear Denny,Becky,Amy&Familys,
So very sorry to hear about your Dad. I have known him since 1948. My parents proudly displayed his skillful photography on our living room wall. He actually came to the house on all 4 of us kids 1st Birthdays, and took our 1year old photo. What wonderful work he did. He will be sadly missed in many other ways. Becky, He was a wonderful 'Militaire Parent' to all us.
With our Sincerest Regrets,
Cindy&John Rizzardi
John&Cindy Rizzardi
December 07, 2013 | Fremont, OH
Denny,sending you and the family prayers and hoping memories will help ease some of the pain.
MarJean Karr
December 06, 2013
Denny and family, sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you.
Matt & Vee Halbisen
December 06, 2013 | Fremont, OH
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Take comfort in memories of good times and God's peace.
Susann Robitski Zimmerman
December 05, 2013 | Fremont, OH