Francis Paul Hrkach

Francis was born in Bethlehem, PA. on October 1, 1935 to John and Mary Hrkach. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Francis was a pilot for a period of years doing crop dusting and also as a corporate pilot. He then went on to a career in the U.S. Postal Service starting in 1971 in Ravenna. Francis was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and later in life became a born again believer. He enjoyed his associations with the Ravenna Moose Lodge and the Kent American Legion and liked to play golf and tend his garden. Francis truly enjoyed being with his family.

Francis is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sheila. Surviving also is his son Gregory Hrkach and daughter Jennifer (Jake) Smallfield. Left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren: Jaden Smallfield, Emerson Smallfield, Elliott Smallfield and Alexandra Hrkach. Francis is also survived by his sisters: Marge Tammarro, Tessie McMahon, his brothers: Michael Hrkach, Richard Hrkach and his daughter-in-law Guljan Hrkach. He also leaves many loving cousins, nieces and nephews.

Francis was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers: John, Joseph and Anthony and his sisters: Agnes Repscher and Ann Bentley.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, October 18, 2012 from 11:00 AM until the 12:00 PM Memorial Service officiated by Pastor Philip Raynes at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna.

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.

Memorial contributions in Francis’ name can be made to Mooseheart in care of the Ravenna Moose Lodge, 5714 St. Rt. 14, Ravenna, Ohio 44266.

(Wood-Kortright-Borkoski 330-296-6436)