Frank John Nosek, 93, of the Villages, FL, passed away on October 8, 2018. He was born in Chicago, IL on April 8, 1925. A World War II veteran, he served in the 870th Bomb Squadron of the United States Army Air Force in the South Pacific. Drafted in 1943 he was honorably discharged in 1946. Co-owner of Keson Industries, he was an avid inventor and held numerous patents for measuring tools still used in the hardware and surveying industry. He will forever be remembered for his loving generosity and his sense of humor. He is survived by his wife June, of 69 years, three children, Janet Hoffman, Jill Hosier (Gary), Jennifer Baumgartner, and seven grandchildren Katie Anderson (Brian), Jon Hosier, Laura Nicholas and Caroline Baumgartner, Kate Duncan (Matt) and Joanne Hoffman. He was preceded in death by his daughter Joanne Nosek. Mass will be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Church, 124 N. Spring Ave., LaGrange, IL 60525 on Monday, October 29, 2018 at 10 a.m. Internment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, 1400 S. Wolf Rd., Hillside, IL 60162. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cornerstone Hospice Foundation, 2445 Lane Park Rd., Tavares, FL 32778. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside: (708) 352-6500
I’m so sorry to hear about Mr. Nosek passing away. I’m stuck in a time capsule of youth many years ago since I’ve last seen any of you. You were a big part of my growing up years and treasured in my heart always.