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Frank Wrobel Obituary
NORTON The Spirit of Frank C. Wrobel left this Earth to be with Jesus on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2004.
Born Aug. 14, 1919, Frank was the owner/operator of West End Hardware from 1938 until the time of his retire ment in 1993. He leaves a legacy of goodwill and a compassion for his many customers, friends, and family.
He passed away in peace in the comfort of those he loved the most, his wife of 63 years, Mary (nee Satina); daughters, Rosemary Goff, Jane (Phil) Power; son, Frank A. and fiancee, Cindy Hoffman; grandsons, Eric (Kris) Blind, Chad (Karla) Blind, and Michael (Vicky) Goff.
The family invites all whose lives he touched to celebrate his life at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home on Wednesday, Feb. 11, from 1 to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd. Akron, Ohio 44333. (Campfield-Hickman-Collier,
330-745-3161.)
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Wrobel
Robert and Beverly Kirkpatrick
March 1, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family
BILL & VICKI BOWEN
February 24, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Frank was at times a father-figure and a friend to me when I was growing up. He will be missed.
Frank,Jr.
February 15, 2004
Dad,
If there is e-mail in heaven, please know we will always love, cherish, and honor you. Frank and Cindy
Brian Fisk
February 12, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wrobel family during this difficult time. I'm confident that Mr. Wrobel left this earth a proud man, as he was fortunate to have such a wonderful family around him. Likewise, the family was blessed to have such an exceptional man in their lives.
Betty and Wade Wallace
February 12, 2004
We send our sincere sympathy to all the family. Frank was a hardworking family man that will long be remembered by his many friends.
Joe, Rosemary,& Anthony Wrobel
February 11, 2004
We are deeply sadden, and our prayers and hearts go to Mary and her family in this time of sorrow.
Joe, Rosemary & Anthony
Steve Izo
February 11, 2004
As a boy, I remember Frank who always treated everyone with dignity and respect. One of the nicest men I knew at that time, I'll never forget him! He ran the best hardware anywhere!
Donn & Janet Ehrich
February 11, 2004
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your father.
Sean Bogner
February 11, 2004
Our sympathies and support are with the Wrobel family. Mr. Wrobel's spirit stays with us through his wonderful family.
-Sean & Aubrey
Jan Carter
February 11, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill McAteer
February 10, 2004
Frankie, am so sorry to read about
the passing away of your father. He
was a great guy, and a true gentleman in the hardware industry!
My sympathys to you and your family.
Gary D Nichols
February 10, 2004
My condoleces to the Wrobel Family. I can remember as a little boy my dad bringing me to West End Hardware and Frank and Lenny taught me the meaning of a hometown business where the customer is a friend and business is done like you see on TV in the old days.
Gary D. Nichols
Linda Ferrell
February 10, 2004
My thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Frank was always the perfect gentleman. Always there to help. He will be greatly missed.
Mike Goff
February 10, 2004
Grandpa was, without a doubt, the most honorable and respectable person I have ever known. I attribute my success in life thus far directy to him, and I am sure everyone in the family feels the exact same way. We will always love and miss you, Grandpa! - Mikey.
Scott Gabor
February 10, 2004
I am deeply sorry for your loss. It was an honor and a privilege to have known him. I have many great memories of camping out, fishing, and riding around on the golf cart at Mike's grandparents house. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Paul & Hazel Bossert
February 10, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to the family. We are truly sorry for your loss. May your faith and the memories you share comfort you all during this difficult time. It was our privilege to have known such a wonderful man and we also have our good memories of him to hold onto.
Frank & Rita Hurst
February 10, 2004
Our deep & heartfelt Sympathy to all
of You. May your fond memories keep
him alive in your hearts.God Bless &
Comfort you at this sad time. We'll
remember him as a gentle, smiling
"Frank", the WestEnd Hardware Man.
Love & Prayers: Frank & Rita Hurst
SHANNON AND DAN DUDICH
February 10, 2004
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. GOD BLESS!
Barbara Ferguson
February 10, 2004
To the Wrobel Family ,you are in our thoughts and prayers. I know your father will be truly missed. God cares. March & Barbara Ferguson
Bernard Wrobel, Jr
February 10, 2004
Our hearts go out to all the family.
B.J. and Kelle Wrobel
Kurt Stemple Jaime Hunter
February 10, 2004
We are so sorry for your loss. We feel as if we know this phenomenal man because we have the honor of being friends with his grandson(Michael Goff). We know that he was a man of dignity because he helped to raise such a fine and loyal gentleman as Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
ray north
February 9, 2004
From the family of Star North we will miss you.
Ray
Sonny Izo
February 9, 2004
My wife , Marilyn and I are in Florida now and unable to come home to pay our respects on the death of your father. I am sorry to hear, and send my prayers to your family.
Eric Blind
February 9, 2004
Remember the three hole golf course and all the tools I misplaced and broke over the years. I will miss you so much. Thank you for everything. Remember you can still call me "E"
Love
Eric
Paul&Jan Swaino
February 9, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Paul&Jan
Eric and Kris Blind
February 9, 2004
We will miss Grandpa dearly. He was greatly loved by everyone who had the good fortune to know him and was a role model for us all.
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