Master Sgt. Frank Narsavage

1940 - 2022

"Unbelievable!" Master Sgt. Frank Narsavage (U.S. Air Force, retired) of Moscow, passed away Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022.

Frank was born Sept. 25, 1940, in the Junction section of Pittston to Frances and Stanley Narsavage. Upon graduating from Pittston High School in 1958, he joined the U.S. Navy and served on the aircraft carrier USS Midway (CV-41) during a Pacific tour before joining the Air Force. Stationed all over the country and the world - including serving in the Vietnam War, by the end of his life he'd had reason to set foot in at least half a dozen countries and 49 out of the 50 states. He met Bonnie Luke after setting foot in Nebraska and they were wed on Aug. 25, 1967. Working mostly in personnel, he dealt directly with everyone from airmen to generals. Some of his proudest memories were serving under General Hicks in the Strategic Air Command at Grand Forks Air Force Base and being part of a tight-knit inspector general team ensuring readiness during the Cold War. Frank retired as a master sergeant after 20 years of combined service with the Navy and Air Force. Decorations include the Bronze Star and Meritorious Service Medal.

A dedicated family man, he then returned home with Bonnie and their son, working for the Tobyhanna Army Depot, U.S. Postal Service and FNCB Bank. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, golf, telling long stories and taking in high school football games.

Preceding him in death were his parents; and two brothers, an infant and Stanley, Dunmore.

Missing him most are his wife, Bonnie, Moscow; and his son, Dan and wife, Kate, and grandson, Nampa, Idaho. Also surviving are sister, Mary Ann and husband, Blair, Wapwallopen; two brothers, Steve, Hughestown; and Peter and wife, Georgia, Macungie; as well as brothers- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins, all of whom had been a source of joy for Frank.

Warm thanks to all who've helped Bonnie and Frank through the past few years.

Private funeral services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no viewing.

Arrangements are from Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main St., Duryea.

To leave a condolence for Frank's family, please visit the funeral home website at www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Disabled American Veterans or the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st St., Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.