Frank J. Mrazeck Sr., veteran, retired educator

Frank J. Mrazeck Sr., 81, of Milton, passed away peacefully at home Monday, July 29, 2024, after a year-long battle with brain cancer. He was born in Masontown, Pa., April 29, 1943.

Frank wore many hats during his long life. He served in the U.S. Army from 1961-64. After his discharge from the Army, he graduated from Penn State University, Fayette County campus, and later received his master’s degree in education administration from West Virginia University. Upon graduation, he taught elementary school in both Pennsylvania and West Virginia. He spent 32 of his 35 years in Monongalia County Schools as a principal. Frank also invested in rental properties and continued to work with them after retirement until he became ill.

Prior to his illness, Frank was active in the American Legion. Frank loved to garden and work with his hands, painting, and restoring furniture for resale. He always loved helping others in any way that he could.

Frank was predeceased by his parents, John and Jennie Mrazeck of Masontown, Pa. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Dianne Henshaw Mrazeck of Milton; son, Dr. Frank J. Mrazeck Jr., DC, and his wife Zoe Mrazeck of Lewes; stepdaughter, Leigh Fitzpatrick Snead and her husband Professor Carter Snead of Indiana; and six grandchildren, Casaundra Mrazeck of California and Natasha Mrazeck of Lewes and Orlando, and Carlo, Bruno, and Giovanni Battista Snead of Indiana. In addition to Frank’s immediate family, he is survived by his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Linda and John Jacobs of Broadkill Beach.

So many medical professionals helped Frank on his final journey. Their excellent care and compassionate support were truly appreciated. The neurology oncology team at Jefferson University Hospital was exceptional.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Frank’s honor to the Brain Tumor Center at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Make checks payable to Jefferson and mail to Jefferson Office of Institutional Advancement, 1101 Market St., 22nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107, Jefferson.edu/giveneuro.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Visit Frank’s Life Memorial webpage at parsellfuneralhomes.com.