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Frank Stavis Obituary
STAVIS, Frank Frank Stavis, 70, of Beacon Hill Drive, West Hartford, retired president of King Koil Northeast and Jewish community leader, died Saturday, (May 1, 2004) at Hartford Hospital. Born in Revere, MA, he was the son of the late Harold J. and Belle (Benjamin) Stavis. He received a BA degree from Boston University. In 1956 Frank joined the family business, the Blue Bell Mattress Co. in Hartford. As the business grew, he became president of the company, which became part of King Koil. After a 46 year association with the business, he retired in 2002. Frank was active for three decades in the Greater Hartford Jewish Community Center and Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford. He was a past president of the Greater Hartford Jewish Community Center in West Hartford. He was a former Campaign Chairman of the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford. Frank was a past president and former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Hebrew Home & Hospital in West Hartford, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Palm Springs, CA. He was a member of Beth El Temple of West Hartford, Tumble Brook Country Club of Bloomfield, and Mission Hills Country Club of Rancho Mirage, CA. Frank coached West Hartford Youth Football for many years. He was the devoted husband of Reeva (Byer) Stavis; beloved father of Robert M. Stavis and his wife, Amy of Larchmont, NY, Susan Rahn and her husband, Eric of Boca Raton, FL, and Patricia Dweck and her husband, Michael of Scarsdale, NY; and cherished grandfather of Adam and David Rahn, Jacob and Samantha Stavis, and Evan, Allison and Nicole Dweck. He was predeceased by a son, Andrew Alan Stavis. Funeral services will be held TODAY at 1:30 p.m. at Beth El Temple, 2626 Albany Avenue, West Hartford with Rabbi James Rosen officiating. Interment will follow in Beth El Temple Cemetery, Avon. A memorial period will be observed at his home, TODAY following the funeral and Wednesday. The memorial period will continue through Friday afternoon at the home of his son, Robert M. Stavis in Larchmont, NY and at the home of his daughter, Susan Rahn in Boca Raton, FL. Memorial contributions may be made to Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford, 333 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117 or to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 18 North Main St., 3rd Floor, West Hartford, CT 06107. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford. For further information, directions, or to share a remembrance of Frank with his family please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Stavis
Toby (Don) Hirschfeld
May 14, 2004
Dear Reeva,
I am so sadden to learn of Frank's illness and passing. I have known Frank for 62 years. We grew up together on Hebron St. in Hartford.
Living in Hartford most of my life we often talked. Frank was three years older than me and was a contemporary of my brother Bob but on Hebron Street everyone hanged out together.
Frank was a beautiful man and a real Mensch. He will be deeply missed. I wish you peace and comfort now and in the future.
Dan Jones
May 10, 2004
Dear Mrs. Stavis & Family,
All of the associates from Culp Home Fashions are very sad to have learned about Frank's passing. He bought mattress fabric from us for many years. He will be truly missed. Our sincere condolences
Howard Wertheim
May 9, 2004
Dear Reva,
I am deeply sorry to hear of Frank's passing.
Frank was wonderful person and I know that your memories will help you through the years, as they have for me, having lost my wife Barbara.
I had a long talk with Arthur about his seeing you and Frank during the last year and the hard fight that Frank waged.
May God comfort you.
Howie & Carol Wertheim
Randi Rome Warren
May 8, 2004
Dear Reeve and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. We have such fond memories and send you heartfelt and sincere condolences. John and Randi Warren
Tony Campanelli
May 5, 2004
Dear Reva,
Maureen and I were deeply saddened to hear of Frank's death. He was a great husband, father, and grandfather that was so proud of his children and grandchildren.I was always impressed by his dedication to coaching football in the West Hartford Youth League. Paul will always remember what a great influence Frank was to all of the young players.
Please know that our prayers and love go out to you and your family.
reyna & lou meltzer
May 4, 2004
our heartfelt sympathy to the stavis family. frank will be sorely missed. our hearts go out to you. sincerely, reyna & lou meltzer
carole mayer
May 4, 2004
Dear Reeva and Family
My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. I am so sorry that I was unable to be with Bill today to extend my condolences.
Bill and Frank go back so many years. And, as we all say, "those were the good old days". They seem to have passed very quickly. But, memories are what sustains us all and you have many of those.
Again, my love and thoughts are with you all. Carole
Ron Gordenstein
May 4, 2004
As I had the pleasure of knowing Frank for over 20 years, I am sure that all family and friends will understand how special Frank made each of us feel. Regardless of age or background, he had a genuine interest, sincerity, and concern as he spoke that left you feeling special.
My thoughts and respect to the entire Stavis family.
Roberta and Donald Baggish
May 3, 2004
Dear Reeva and Family, Donnie and I were so saddened to hear of Frank's death. He was such a special person, loved by all and surrounded by such devoted family and friends. Please know that we are thinking of you and send you our love.
Hyla C. Sklar
May 3, 2004
Reeva, Harry joins me in sending heartfelt thoughts of sympathy to you and your family. May the memories help you to get through this difficult time.
Mary Ann Slomski
May 3, 2004
Frank was a wonderful Board member and friend to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Frank's family, friends, and all whose lives he touched.
Mitch and Merri Gelbard
May 3, 2004
To Riva and all Franks Kids,
I cannot tell you how much Frank meant to me in all our years together. There was really no finer person in all the important ways.
Merri and I want to express our most deeply felt condolences.
Arthur Diamonstein
May 3, 2004
In 1969 I met Frank at the first King Koil meeting that either one of us attended.In fact,we had not become a part of the company then. My first impression was correct; Frank was and continued to be an extraordinary force in the King Koil Group.His marketing knowledge was beneficial to all who listened,and he was always ready to go that extra mile for anyone who would listen to his ideas.Although I have not seen or talked to Frank since I retired from King Koil Mid-Atlantic,I still think of him and his many talents that he so willingly shared with all of King Koil.We will miss him. Arthur Diamonstein
Don Brucks
May 3, 2004
Our sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Frank Stavis from the management and employees of King Koil Sleep Products in San Antonio, TX.
Tony Toce
May 3, 2004
In my time with Adrieene Shoor, Frank was one of the most kindest, gentle and lovely man among Adrienne's friends that I had the pleasure to meet. My heartfelt and sincere condolences to Reeva, her family, all his West Hartford Fiends and the community at large
Gene and Ann Bross
May 3, 2004
Our heartfelt condolences to Reeva and the rest of the family. Frank was a terrific person.
Elliott & Elissa Donn
May 3, 2004
Dear Reeva and Family,
We want you to know how saddened we are to read about Frank's passing today. We offer our sincerest condolences to you all.
I always remember him in connection with the Leader Corps (gymnastics team) at Weaver, and how I envied his skills. And he WAS a leader.
Although we haven't been in touch for a long time, it can be said that the Jewish community and community in general are richer for his having been here and poorer for his leaving. We share your loss. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
JACK AND JOSIE BROADWELL
May 3, 2004
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE STAVIS FAMILY. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER AND CHERISH OUR MEMORIES OF FRANK. OUR DAYS ON THE FOOTBALL FIELD WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND OUR FRIENDSHIP WILL ALWAYS BE CHERISHED.
Heidi Kleinman
May 3, 2004
Frank...More than just my beloved boss, my mentor, confidant, friend and in many ways like a father to me. Frank is the most elegant man I ever knew, a class act all the way.
I feel so lucky to have had him for a boss and friend. I have so many wonderful memories. We had a great time working together, trips to the Caribbean, Mexico, Bahamas, Palm Springs, even our trips to Highpoint, NC to the "Market" were unforgetable. Just like him! He is one in a million and I will cherish every memory! I will hold him very dear in my heart always. I will miss him everyday, as I have since he retired 2 years ago.
Simply, Frank was the best!
My love to all his family. Reeva, I love you and want you to know I will always be here for you no matter what!
With love in my heart, always, Heidi
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