Frank Alan Rachubka

CMSGT (Ret.) Frank A. Rachubka, 76, of Williamsburg, VA passed away on October 23, 2026 at Sentara Medical Center after a brief illness, with the love of his family by his side. Born in Utica, NY, in August 1950, son of the late Frank A. Gearea (Muto) Rachubka, he was educated in Utica schools.

In 1968 he started a stellar 27-year career in the U.S. Air Force, reaching the rank of Chief Master Sargent in a very short time.

During his employment at Clark Air Force Base, he met and married his soulmate Susana “Ligaya” Santos on September 20, 1977 in Angeles City, Philippines.

During his career, he served in Vietnam, Spain, Thailand, as well as many U.S. installations, eventually retiring in Virginia. His retirement ambitions first took him to umpiring with the National Softball Association of Virginia (NSA) and eventually becoming Director of Umpires. Later, he spent time as a 12A Organizational Virginia State Director for Girls Fast Pitch Softball, a position he immensely enjoyed.

His tireless commitment and persistence to the NSA organization led to his induction to the National Softball Association Hall of Fame (Tristate), a very proud accomplishment of his second career.

Frank will be remembered for his dedication to his family, service to his country, and the many friendships he made throughout his life.

A loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, he is survived by his beloved wife, “Ligaya” Susana; daughter, Melissa of Washington D.C. and Alyssa of Colorado; sons, Angelo, Eric, Michael and their families Lily, Lauren, M.J., and Sora. He is also survived by his sister, Shiela Bateman (Michelle, Nicole) of San Jose, CA; brother, Ronald Rachubka (Peggy; god son, Matthew and niece, Alison) of Syracuse, NY; as well as many other nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his canine companion, Bella.

Frank cherished the friendship of Joe Moore and Mike Reno, as well as many of his old high school buddies in Utica, NY.

His dedication to the Air Force resulted in numerous citations for meritorious service to include: USAF Senior Nico Academy (RES/COR) July 1985, NCO Academy (RES) November 1978, NCO Leadership School (RES) December; Meritorious Service Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, Joint Service Commendation Medal, AF Commendation Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, AF Achievement Medal, AF Outstanding Unit Award with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, AF Organizational Excellence Award with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, AF Good Conduct Medal with 1 Silver and 2 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Service Medal with 1 Bronze Service Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1 Silver and 1 Bronze Service Star, Humanitarian Service Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, AF Overseas Short Tour Ribbon with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, AF Overseas Long Tour Ribbon with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, AF Longevity Service Award Ribbon with 1 Silver Oak Leaf Cluster, and NCO Professional Military Education Graduation Ribbon with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters; he also served in support of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm from August 2, 1990 to April 15,1991.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Friday, October 30, 2026 at Nelsen Funeral Home, Williamsburg.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Disabled American Veterans (https://www.dvnf.org/) or Tunnel to Towers (https://dogood.t2t.org/give).

The family would like to thank the staff of the 3rd floor of Sentara Reginal Medical Center of Williamsburg for their outstanding care of Frank during this difficult time.