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Francis ZWACK Obituary
November 25, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Rita (nee Doerfler) Zwack; devoted father of Margaret (Paul) Rosseland, Mary (Joseph) Roos and the late William Zwack; father-in-law of Elizabeth Zwack; loving grandfather of eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; dearest brother of Thomas (Mary) Zwack and the late Jean (Norbert) Donhauser; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call on Wednesday from 3-7 PM at THE DIETRICH FUNERAL HOMES, INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, where facial covering and social distancing protocol will be observed. A visitation will be held on Thursday from 5-8 PM at St. Christopher's Church, 2660 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda, where a 7 PM Office of the Dead Prayer Service will be held Thursday at 7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday at 9:30 AM at St. Christopher's Church, 2660 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda, where memorials may be made to the church or school in lieu of flowers. Please assemble at Church. Francis was a Deacon with the Diocese of Buffalo, a member of the Knights of St. John, the Knights of Columbus and a lifetime member of the Telephone Pioneers. Online condolences may be shared at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com
Memories and Condolences
for Francis ZWACK
Pat Pike
December 3, 2021
Mary saddened to read oaf your loss. You and the family are in my prayers
Sandie (Wolf) Ellmann
December 1, 2021
Rita & family...The Wolf family wants to extend our sincere sympathy...Frannie was an awesome, loving man and will be missed..My Mom Dorothy is currently in Hospice & understand the beginning loss..Take Care & God Bless
Fr. Ron Bagley
December 1, 2021
I extend my sympathies to Frank's family and the St. Christopher family. We all know of Frank's dedication to his family and to his parish. I have so many happy memories of Frank and Rita. They are now together again.
Well done, good and faithful servant, come share your Master's joy.
Jerry and Anna Kostusiak
November 30, 2021
Jerry worked with Frank at AT&T for over 30 years. We have fond memories of going to parties and events with Frank and Rita. We would like to offer our condolences to Margaret and Mary and their families.
Shirley Kelly
November 30, 2021
So sorry to hear of Frank's passing.
Debbie wild
November 29, 2021
Your dad will always hold a special place in my heart. Thinking of your family at this difficult time.
Sharon Siejak Voigt
November 28, 2021
My deepest sympathies to the Zwack family at tour time of loss. Mr. Frannie was a dear friend to my Dad and I know they are celebrating their reunion in heaven. The Zwack family was such a large part of our growing up. I pray for you all as you grieve the loss of a wonderful man.....Shari Siejak
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