Frank J. Zupcsan
January 30, 1922 ~ November 2, 2019
Frank J. Zupcsan, age 97 of Madison, Ohio passed away on November 2, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 30, 1922 in Cleveland, OH the son of Andras and Elizabeth K. (Beris) Zupcsan.
Frank served in the United States Navy during World War II as a machinist on an escort destroyer in the Pacific. He began vegetable farming in 1950 and owned and operated Zupcsan's Nursery since 1968 with his wife, Dorothy. Always mechanically inclined - if he could see it, he could make it - he worked for many years as a lathe operator at Coe Manufacturing while operating the farm on the side. He loved working on farm equipment, hoeing in the fields, and whistling away while driving the tractor. In his spare time he enjoyed watching old westerns and the Cleveland Indians and listening to his polkas.
Frank is survived by his children, Frank (Barb) Zupcsan of Madison, Marie (Mike) Barrick of Delaware, OH, Kathy (Gerard) Beattie of Madison, Gloria Longnecker of Englewood, OH, Joe (Rochelle) Zupcsan of Madison, Marjana (Vince) Otto of Beaver Creek, OH; 13 grandchildren, Andy, Mike (Andrea), Cory, Elizabeth, Gerard, Erik, Kathrine, Marjana, Jennifer (Drew), Victoria, J.R., Rebecca and Danielle; great grandchildren, Sophia, Mark, Dorothy and Sam.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy (Debevc) Zupcsan; son, Louis Zupcsan; brother, Paul Zupcsan.
Friends will be received Thursday, November 7, 2019, 6:00-8:00 P.M. at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River St., Madison, Ohio 44057. Funeral Mass will be held Friday, November 8, 2019, 11:00 A.M., at Immaculate Conception Church , 2846 Hubbard Rd, Madison with Fr. Sean Donnelly officiating. Final resting place will be Fairview Cemetery with American Legion Post 112 providing Military Honors.
Contributions may be made in Frank’s name to Hospice of the Western Reserve, P.O. Box 72101, Cleveland, OH 44197. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Behm Family Funeral Home 26, River Street, Madison, OH is assisting the family. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com
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Frank, I'm very sorry, for your loss. Love of family, and fond memories will ease the pain. Steve Schnitker
Loved visiting Mr. Zupscan especially during the Christmas Holiday and having a shot and a beer. As he said, “I hope they fill my casket with beer cause where I’m going, I think it’s awfully hot…” There’s no doubt in my heart that he’s up in Heaven running around with his buddy, Lou Mavko. I’ll sure miss them both… My heart goes out to the Zupscan family.
I have no words sufficient to convey my sadness. So many wonderful memories of the time spent on the farm with all of you when we were young. Uncle Frank … I don't think I have ever known a harder working or more dedicated family man in my life. He lived a long and fruitful life that deserves to be celebrated. Truly a man that represented what is now days referred to as the greatest generation. He and your mom were definitely two of the most memorable people in my life. Please accept my sincere condolences for this loss to your family. I love you all … May you forever rest in peace, Uncle Frank. Larry Cooper Jr.
Marie sorry to hear about your dad…just found out….this is glenn Preston from Ohio state…