Frank Smola

Frank Smola, 98, of Fort Wayne passed away Saturday, October 5, 2019 at the VA Medical Center. Frank was born October 9, 1920 in Fort Wayne to the late Albert and Mary (Kucia) Smola. Frank was a World War II Army veteran. He retired in 1985 as the plant manager with France Stone Company. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Surviving is his daughter, Deborah (Stephen) Zeigler; son, Kevin (Cheryl) Smola; daughter-in-law, F. Arlene Smola; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret (Berning) Smola; son, Wade Smola; and his eight siblings. Funeral is 10:00 AM Wednesday October 9, 2019 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church 7710 E. State Blvd. with visitation one hour prior. Visitation also 2 – 4 PM and 6 – 8 PM Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at D. O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home 4017 Maplecrest Road. Burial in St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.