Franklin Dine Stayanoff

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Franklin Dine Stayanoff. Franklin passed away 9/15/2025, leaving behind cherished memories and a lasting legacy among family and friends.

Born on February 14, 1949, in Columbus, Ohio, Frank grew up loving to ride snow mobiles and fishing on Lake Erie. After meeting Jude, they enjoyed exploring caves and scuba diving together. In his later years, he developed a passion and expertise for fixing washers and dryers for his laundromats and local businesses. Frank adored his dogs, Sadie and Spottie, who traveled with him everywhere and always received a piece of his meal. Given the chance, Frank would engage in deep conversations with anyone willing, often discussing topics like quantum physics, time, space, and movement.

Frank is survived by his wife, Jude Holbrook; daughter, Jaime Holbrook: son, Jeremy Holbrook and wife, Jennifer; stepdaughter, Melody Fox; sister-in-law, Mary Witter; nephew, Kyle Witter; niece, Kari Witter and cousin, Courtney Hargrave Boyette.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dine Stayanoff; mother, Beaula Witter; brother Jack Witter, and son-in-law, Jeff Fox.

A mass will be held at St. Therese Church on September 30th at 11:00, followed by an internment at the church, and a reception at the church hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Therese Church.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.