Frank V. Tomasek

Born on May 2, 1935, in Corn Hill, Texas, he was the son of Julie Sodoma and Frank J. Tomasek. He graduated from Academy High School and joined the United States Air Force in 1957. Frank trained as a jet engine mechanic at Chanute Air Force Base. He was released from active duty in 1961 with an honorable discharge. He married Frances Ann Lange on December 28, 1959. They had three children: Kathryn Ann, Lisa Annette, and Michael Frank.

Frank V. Tomasek worked for the Austin Independent School District for thirty-seven years, beginning as an air conditioning maintenance technician and ending in construction management. He was a member of the American Society of Plant Engineers. He received an Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Design Graphics from Austin Community College.

His family, his church, and his Czech heritage were the most important things in his life. He and his wife loved polka dancing. They danced as though they were made to be together. Frank served as treasurer of St. Stephen Society #112 of the K.J.T. for thirty years. He was also a devoted member of St. Louis Catholic Church, where he served as an usher and hospitality minister for many years. Recently, the Women's Club awarded him a special citation for his assistance polishing the brass used in church services.

Frank was preceded in death by his daughter Lisa Annette. He is survived by his wife, Frances Ann Tomasek, his daughter Kathryn Ann Tomasek of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and his son Michael Frank Tomasek, of Austin Texas. The family is grateful for the assistance of Hospice Austin and Cedar View Rehabilitation and Healthcare Facility during Frank's final weeks.

A Visitation with Rosary will be held from 6 to 8pm Friday March 11, 2011 at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home, 14501 N. IH 35 Pflugerville TX 78660. A Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday March 12, 2011 at St. Louis Catholic Church, 7601 Burnet Rd. Austin, TX 78757. Burial will follow at Cook-Walden Capital Parks Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Louis Catholic Church, 7601 Burnet Road, Austin, Texas 78757 or to Hospice Austin, 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78759

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