"Frank always had a great sense of humor and was good at making us laugh in class.He never had a bad word to say about anyone. We added a photo from our 50th class reunion, hope you don't mind."
In loving memory of
Frank L. Kvasny
May 21, 1941 - November 29, 2011
Frank Lloyd Kvasny, 70 of Connersville, Indiana, died at 4:20 AM Tuesday, November 29, 2011, at Fayette Regional Health System. He was born May 21, 1941 in Colfax, Iowa, one of three children of Joseph and Josephine Mudra Kvasny, graduating from Colfax High School in 1959 and Iowa State University with a degree in Mechanical Technology in 1962. On August 10, 1962, he was married in the Howard Street Christian Church in Colfax to Margaret L. Tiffany and they raised two daughters, Karen and Janet.
For several years, he was employed at Allis-Chalmers at Cedar Rapids, IA until moving to Connersville, Indiana in 1965 where he worked at Ford/Visteon for thirty-six years in various positions, the last being in the Cost Control Dept. He retired in 2001. A member of the Central Christian Church, where he served as a Deacon, Elder and Trustee, he was also a member of the Connersville Jaycees and active for a number of years with the John Conner Players. In his leisure, he enjoyed motorcycle riding, boating, traveling, and playing Santa Claus for a special family and retail stores.
Survivors include his wife of forty-nine years, Margaret L. Kvasny of Connersville, two daughters, Karen (Jim) Trousdell of Liberty Township, Ohio and Janet Craycraft of Indianapolis, two grandchildren, Amber Craycraft and Brandon Huffman, both of Indianapolis, a sister, Shirley Raridon of Joplin, Missouri, two nieces, Sherry (Brian) Cable of Joplin, MO and Sylvia (Bruce) Beck of Reno, NV, Margaret's brother, Carl Dale (Becky) Tiffany of Colfax, IA and his children, Cody (Lori) Tiffany, Chad (Andrea) Tiffany of Colfax, IA and Christy (Ron) Hibbert of Mendon, IL, and a number of cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Leland Kvasny.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at Howard Street Christian Church in Colfax with burial following at McKeever Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be given to the Howard Street Christian Church or the CURE PSP, a foundation for the treatment for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.coburnfuneralhomes.com.
Tributes
"Mom, Karen, and Janet - I was so sorry to hear about Dad's passing; however, I can rest knowing he is in the hands of our Lord and Savior. I will never, ever forget him. Remember, he accepted me as the "Black Sheep" of the family. He and the video camera were always filming us. The boat trips, the trip from Connersville to Manassas, etc., etc., etc. You all have and will continue to be a part of who I am today. I love you so much"
"Margaret and family, We sorry to hear of Frank's passing. We always enjoyed conversations with him when we would see him in Grinnell or Colfax. Mark and Teri Heimann"
"I forgot - Thank you Margaret for sharing Frank with us at the re-union. In the face of illness he exuded courage, strength and a happiness to be there. How lucky you were. BJ"
"Dear Margaret and Girls, So Sorry to hear about Frank. I don't think I ever saw Frank that we did't have a laugh about something. He was such a good friend even though we didn't get to see each other vary often. Due to me not being able to get around very well I don't think we will be able to be at the funeral. If you are going to be around for a while maybe we can see you at Carl's or some place. We will be thinking about you and your family. Our love to all."
"At the re-union in May - 2011 Frank laying in bed as we talked, with quiet strength listening. You could see his discomfort. Then he burst out laughing truly enjoying himself. Ill he may have been but happy and well loved glowed all over him. That laugh made my whole trip a great one. You are in all our prayers and thoughts. May God be with you always Billie and Ron"
"Dear Margarate and family, We were so shocked to learn about Frank.We had no idea he was sick and suffering. We're so sorry. I just learned about him tonight. We won't be able to get down Saturday for the funeral which we feel bad about. Doug is sick with bronchitis and I just got home from Chicago. Please know we are thinking about you and will call you soon. Sincerely, Doug and Marilyn Byal."
"Margret, I knew at our 50th that Frank wouldn't be with us much longer. Now he is in a better place and out of pain. God be with you and your family."
"Dear Margaret, I had no idea that Frank had been ill, but I began thinking about the two of you a few weeks ago. I look at all the obits. nearly every day, and was so shocked to learn of Frank. I'll never forget the day Bill got his first motorcycle, and of course had to share the experience with Frank. We all had a good time in your front yard. If Bill was ever missing for a while, I knew he was out in the yard talking to Frank. Boy, did they have some good times. Now Frank is up there with Bill. They must be having a laughing good time! How wonderful Heaven must be! Best of wishes to you Margaret and your girls. My 91 year old Dad lives with me in Silver lake, Indiana, and has been with me for almost 10 years now. Mom went to Miller's Merry Manor 3 years ago. I will always remember the wonderful memories living next door to you and Frank from 1986-1992. I just had to write to you and let you a lot of folks remember you. May God bless you all during this difficult time. With love, Jackie Cook"
"Margaret and family My sympathy to you and your family. I had read an artical Jean Wallace had sent me not to long abt Frank's health. I remember Frank well, especially in chemistry class! I remember him at the class reunion in Prairie City; I did not recognize him; he had to tell me who he was:) I wish I could make it for his funeral but have previous plans. Peace & Blessings"