"Jim and I had the pleasure of working with Beth and Frank on the entertainment committe at Ben Hur Shrine Temple. Frank was a loving, caring man. He always had a smile and a thank you for our help. You could always count on a big hug and smile. He will be dearly missed. Our love and prayers go out to Beth and the whole Wawack family."
In loving memory of
Willie Franklin Wawak
November 13, 1937 - September 12, 2009
Frank Wawak, age 71, of Austin passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2009. Frank belonged to the Ben Hur Shrine, Transporter's Club and was an endowed member of several Masonic lodges as well as active in many community organizations. He was a certified pilot with an instrument twin rating. His true hobby was spending time with his family and helping kids.He was preceded in death by his son Keith Wawak and his parents.Survivors are his wife, Beth Wawak; sons Bobby Wawak and Gary Wawak; daughter, Karen Wawak; grandchildren, Robert Wawak, Keith Wawak-Smith; Janael Copeland and Brandon Wawak; great grandchild, Kaitlyn Wawak, all of Austin; brother, Danny Wawak and wife Jan of Poplar Bluff, Mo and numerous nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends from 6:00 till 8:00 p.m., Wednesday at Harrell Funeral Home, Austin. Funeral services will be on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the Funeral Home with burial at Masonic Cemetery. Following burial there will be a reception with a meal served at Onion Creek Masonic Lodge.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriner's Hospital, % Ben Hur Shrine Temple, 7811 Rockwood, Austin, Tx 78757 or Cattleman's for Cancer Research, % Johnny Hudson, 27308 Ranch Road 12, Dripping Springs, TX. 78620. 4435 Frontier Trail Austin, TX 78745 512-443-1366
Tributes
"Dear Wawak family, I was so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I have many good memories of him: the trip to the coast for fresh seafood, flying to "Wacko, Texas" as he called it, playing at the Cap Rod Club, and the many evenings at the baseball park. I always looked up to him and he always put a smile on my face. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Trevor Peevey"
"Beth, Gary, Karen and Bobby. Words can't express the shock and sadness that we felt when we read the paper. Sharon, Brian, Jennifer and I had many memorable times with Frank,Beth and the family. Not only did we work together at SAO, we, along with the Peevey's, Smith's and Burrell's became lifelong friends. Trips to the Rod and Gun Club, Six Flags, flying to Port A for "fresh" seafood. Meeting, just by chance somewhere, Frank seemed to light up the entire room with his grin, and great stories. We will miss him forever. Our prayers are with you during this troubling time."
"I have very fond memories of Frank. Spending tons of time at the baseball park. The time that my family went up to Colorado for the weekend with the Wawak's. Frank loaded all of us up in the Winnebago and we were on our way. I remember very vividly that it was a very steep - scary road that we had to travel to get to the Ski Slopes. I believe it was my fathers birthday and my family tried skiing for the first time. He made sure we all had the skiing clothing that we needed. He also flew all of us to the coast one afternoon for the best seafood dinner I've ever had. It was the most fun I had flying, ever! I also remember watching the infamous UT/Arkansas rivalry game at their house. (Good old Southwest Conference) It was a loud evening and lots of fun!!! I will always remember how kind Frank was, to all of us kids!!! Frank was a very generous man with a spirit that attracted others to him!!! Smiles that would light up a room and hugs that were warm and genuine. He will be sorely missed!!! Beth, you and all of your children and grandchildren are in my prayers! God Bless each and every one of you! Jeanne Burrell Vanderhoof"
"I will remember Frank as one who was always willing and able to help others!"
"Dear Beth and Family, For some moments in life there are no words. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Patricia"
"Frank was always fun to be around and was a Good Man. Our Temple is minus a brother that would help whenever he could, and did an outstanding job. We will miss Frank!"