Mlecka, Louis Frank, 89, of Brooksville died Monday December 31, 2018 at Sturgill Hospice Care Center. Born July 29, 1929 on a farm near the town of Cygnet and grew up in Bairdstown Ohio. Graduated in 1947 from Bloomdale High School. Joined the U.S. Navy in 1947 and served 11 years obtaining the rating of Chief Yeoman. Published Naval study guides to help enlisted to advance in their ratings. Moved to Brooksville in August 1958 where he has developed many projects over the years (Husek Estates, Viewhill Estates, Commercial Plaza, Lake Side Mobile Manor, Mitchell Heights, Airport Mart Flea Market, Hernando Litho Printing/Mini-warehouse & many, many more). Also includes one of the first recreation centers (Outdoor Snack Bar, Duck-Pin Bowling, Rolling Skating and Swimming hole) later to become Zip’s Restaurant. Was a lifetime member of the VFW, one time the Commander of Brooksville Post. Enjoyed fishing; playing golf and poker. He is preceded in death by his mother Anna; father James; daughter Luanne Frances Sellers; and favorite pet BuddyGirl: African Grey parrot. Survived by his wife of 67 years Phyllis; son Phillip (Rockledge FL); and grandson Travis Sellers (Poway CA).
Visitation will be 6-8PM Monday, Jan. 7, 2019. Funeral Services will be 2PM Tues. Jan. 8, 2018 all at Turner Funeral Home in Spring Hill.
Memorial Contribution can be made to Florida United Methodist Children's Home PO Box 6299 Deltona, FL. 32728-9988 www.allchildrenfirst.org
