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Francis Kapfhammer Obituary
LOUISVILLE — Francis R. (Frank) Kapfhammer, 84 of Louisville passed away Monday August 25, 2014 at Oaklawn Health and Rehab.
He was a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, Kiwanis Club for over 50 years and an Army veteran. He was the former owner of Coronet Cleaners, was the first franchisee of Long John Silvers and was a loyal fan and supporter of the University of Louisville.
He was preceded in death by his parents Michael and Anna Kapfhammer; brothers, Michael, William and Richard Kapfhammer and a nephew Robert Francis Kapfhammer.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years Nancy Hahn Kapfhammer; son, Frank Kapfhammer Jr. (Marcie); stepsons, Gary Brewer (Nikki) of Ohio and Ronald Brewer (Carol) of Carrolton, Ky; grandchildren, Trey, Chaz and Isabella Kapfhammer, Scot and Ryan Brewer and Tonya, Ron Jr. and Bobby Brewer, 13 great grandchildren and one great-great grand child.
His funeral Mass will be Friday 10am at St. Margaret Mary 7813 Shelbyville Rd. with burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 1-8pm at Ratterman Funeral Home 12900 Shelbyville Rd. "East Louisville".
Memorial contributions in his name may go to Flaget Endowment Fund and or Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Francis Kapfhammer
edgar lopez
August 22, 2023
Remembering Frank as a real gentleman, a very generous humanitarian. Remembering him always.
Laura Kesten
August 30, 2014
Hi Nancy,
Lou and I send our condolences to you and your family. As you are well aware, Frank was one of our favorite people and we have enjoyed and valued our friendship with the two of you. Frank is now up there and remembering each and everyone by name. Our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Wayne & Carol Purvis
August 30, 2014
Hi Nancy, Wayne and I are truely sorry ....You and your family are in our prayers...
Crunchy Wells
August 28, 2014
Frankie, thinking of you tonight and sending lots of love your way. I'm so sorry for your loss. Love you, Crunchy
August 28, 2014
Dear Kapfhammers,My condolences. Mr. Kapfhammer was truly a good example of how to live a welland meaning life. Just last week some of the old school neighborhood was talking about how economics were for us as african americans back in the 60's and there was no way we could reflect without Mr.kapfhammer and coronet cleaners and laundromat in the fore front. Mr. Kapfhammer was a kind and gentle person who believed in the west end by placing businesses there and in turn encouring us that we as african american can do this too. He gave us much encouragement and hope for a better tomorrow for ourselves and our families. And when he franchised the long john silvers, that was as good as a purchse to us :)My mother, Miss Ida, who was his housekeeper was so proud.She told everybody that she cleaned the home for the man who owned Long John Silvers :) He was such a fair and kind person. Never raised his voice, always a kind walking spirit of love for his fellow man.When the west end riots took place, he was concerned.I just wanted to share this special time with you all as he was so special to my mother and the west end.
Well done, Mr. Kapfhammer,
Job well done
family be blessed
martha stroud
po box 11777
louisville, ky 40251
502-294-9900
Steve Beal
August 28, 2014
Hi Nancy, your husband was a kind man.I always enjoyed being around your family with the Kelton family too.We will see him again in heaven!Hi Frank(Frankie).I can't make it to funeral home recently had shoulder surgery.I'm praying for your family's strength now!
Bob Calvert, Kathy Lady and your friends at Anchor Insurance Agency
August 28, 2014
Nancy, Frank Jr. and family,
Just wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Frank was a great guy.
Mona Kapfhammer Leonard
August 27, 2014
Sorry to hear of Frank's passing. We were cousins, my parents name were Erwin & Mona Kapfhammer. R.I.P.
Lisa Cecil Puffer
August 27, 2014
Frank, Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Thinking of you during a difficult time.
August 27, 2014
My most sincere condolences to his entire beloved family, specially Nancy and Frank Jr.
Frank was a first class father, husband, friend; an extraordinary human being.
Edgar Lopez MD
Louisville, KY.
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