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Frank Vrabel Obituary
"Fast" Frank Vrabel, 55, passed away peacefully at his home in Phoenix, AZ on Saturday, November 7, 2009. Frank was born July 7, 1954 in Mansfield, OH to the late Mary and Edward Vrabel. Frank is survived by his long time loving companion Janet Hite; daughter Tracy Vrabel (Dale), Tina Vrabel (Rich) of Ohio; four grandchildren; brothers Mike Vrabel (Vallerie) of Mansfield, OH, and Paul Vrabel (Stacy) of Glendale, AZ; sisters Leta Martenson (Del) of Glendale, AZ and numerous nieces and nephews and many good friends. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 10:00am at Phoenix Memorial Mortuary Chapel, 200 W. Beardsley Rd., Phoenix, AZ.
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Dallas Waggle
December 3, 2009
Janet,
I know we have never met , but Frank and I were great friends in school. He was hilarious. We had tons of fun from riding snowmobiles behind their house on Keefer Rd, to playing in Bands together. By the way 2 years ago I moved back to Ohio and am now living on Keefer Rd and I see his old house everyday. There are not many days that go by that I don't think of all the fun we had there. He was a great guy and a good friend. One of the great tragedies in life is as we get older we loose touch with people. I truly regret we had lost touch. If there is anyway I could ever help you or your family, please contact me.
brenda dennison
December 3, 2009
Hello Janet,
I also attended Lucas High School, my father was the Superintendent there and he and I used to talk about how funny Frank was. He was just a great guy to be around.
I'm sorry for your loss; you and family are in my thoughts.
Edward M Maykowski
December 3, 2009
Dear Janet,
A former student, DUKE Hergatt, posted on Facebook the "sad news" about the passing of his classmate, Frank.
I taught and coached Frank while he attended Lucas Junior and Senior High Schools.
I have wondered over the years what happen to Frank and his family. I did not know that they had settled in Arizona.
Frank was a good "kid". Oh, he could find "trouble" once in a while, but he was basically a person who I got to enjoy and watch "grow up" over the years I had contact with him as an athlete and student.
He was "funny" as many people have pointed out.
You and his family and loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lucas teacher: 1965--1975.
Coached football and was athletic director.
Duke Hergatt
November 28, 2009
Dear Janet, Just got word from Paul about my good friend from childhood and high school Frank is no longer with us. We grew up together in Lucas and had huge and fun memories together as kids. I last saw Frank at our 25th class reunion a long time ago. Frank was one of the "coolest" and funniest people I knew growing up. I googled him and got a facebook connection which allowed Paul to make me a contact. Maybe Frank mentioned a DUKE character from his past. Thats me and my heart is heavy to know of his departure. Wish I could have tried to reconnect sooner. He truely was a great part of my youth memories . Duke Hergatt, Waterford, NY
Laurie Saban
November 17, 2009
Dear Janet, we were so sorry to hear about the passing of our long time friend, Frank. We will never forget what a wonderful person he was. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Know that we are here for you at anytime. Laurie & Mike Saban
Gary Dunbar
November 14, 2009
Dear Janet,
I am so sorry to hear about Frank. I know what you must be going through. My prayers and thoughts are with you always. If you ever need anything, please call me anytime. Your loss should not have happened. Frank was so young. He is now with our lord and watching over you.
Love, Gary
"D" Nephew
Nicki Peiffer
November 11, 2009
Hi Janet,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love, Nicki and Paul
Mike & Debbie Milbyer
November 11, 2009
Dear Janet: Frank had a very special place in the hearts of many people. We will never forget him. Our hearts are aching for you and his children. We hope that you find some peace in knowing that he is no longer suffering. We're always here if you need anything at all. Love, Mike and Debbie Milbyer
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