Francis C.” Frank” Volek - 92

Hazel Crest formerly of Chicago's Roseland neighborhood

Francis C.” Frank” Volek. Age 92. Longtime Hazel Crest resident, formerly of Chicago’s Roseland Neighborhood. Passed way peacefully December 1, 2025. Graduate of Fenger High School Class of 1950. United States Coast Guard Veteran. Retired Ironworker and 50-year member of the International Ornamental Ironworkers Local 63. Frank enjoyed hunting and fishing. Husband for 62 years of the late Mary Agnes nee Kuhaski. Father of Sandy (Glen) Stewart, Patricia (David) Para and the late Randy (Rena) Volek. Grandfather of Christina (Rich) Teske, Desiree (Daniel) Rogers, Natalie (Brooke) Para and Nicholas R. (Jennifer) Volek. Great-grandfather of Landon Teske, Layna, Madelyn Rogers, Emily and Dominic Volek. Son of the late Josephine nee Petrossi and Francis C. Volek Sr. Brother of Judith (late Mickey) Davidson, the late Edward (late Mary Ann) and Joseph (late Mary Margaret) Volek. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Friend of many. Services were private. Info Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, Chicago Heights 708-481-9230 and panozzobros.com.