Frank is survived by his children; Carol Koboldt (Don), Robert Szachta, Jeanne Meyer (Dennis), Frank Szachta, Jr., and Evelyn Roehr; his 14 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters-in law, Sheila Szachta, Alice Szachta and Dee Kimberlin; brothers-in-law, Ted Mazierski and Jerry Kimberlin; Frank is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Frank was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Nedra Joan Szachta (nee Kimberlin); his son Steve Szachta; parents Frank and Rose Szachta and his 9 siblings Casimer Szachta, Wanda Sulski (the late Harry), Eileen Kaminski (the late William), Adeline Licursi (the late Joseph), Edward Szachta (the late Marie), Lottie Russow (the late Frank), Stanley Szachta, Jacob "Jack" Szachta and Patricia Mazierski; brother-in-law William Kimberlin and sister-in-law Dixie Howald (the late Kenneth).
Frank was a devoted Catholic and served God throughout his life. He was a humble man and always saw the best in everyone. He was the first to forgive and never knew a stranger. All that met him could attest to his generosity. Frank was the forever dance partner of his wife, Nedra. They raised their six children from coast to coast, relying on God and each other along the way. Frank's other passion was flying, which began in earnest in high school. He served in the US Air Force for twenty years and piloted small aircraft for an additional 45 years. If you had any time he would tell you some of his favorite flying stories.
A public visitation for Frank will be held Tuesday, October 25, 2022 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at 2515 - Alexander - White - Mullen Funeral Home, 11101 Saint Charles Rock Road, St. Ann, MO 63074 with the service to begin at 11:30 AM. The committal will take place with military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan, Jefferson Barracks, MO 63125.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight Organization at https://gslhonorflight.org/donate/.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.alexanderstlouis.com for the Szachta family.
