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Frank Joseph Galinsky

Frank Joseph Galinsky, age 88, of Chardon, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Mapleview  Country Villa.

Born Sept. 4, 1934, in Cleveland, to Walter and Mary (nee Bednarek) Galinsky.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy, stationed in Newfoundland, Canada, and Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, during the Korean War.

Frank retired from Modern International Graphics, where he was a bindery pperator, in April  2000.

He was a scuba diving instructor at Cleveland YMCA.

Frank had a passion for bowling and was most proud of achieving a perfect game. In his spare time, he enjoyed working with wood and creating cabinets and entertainment centers.

He is survived by his wife, Judith (nee Bitonti) Galinsky, whom he married Aug. 4, 1990; daughters, Kathy Fucci, Fran (Ernie Santin) Malinkey and Debi (Rob) Rhodes; grandchildren, Chris Brilla, Leiah Malinkey, Chase Galinsky, Justin (Katie Allison) Rhodes, Hanna Rhodes, Matt Rhodes and Adam James; and great-grandchildren, McKendra Brock and Trace Wagner.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Florence Nosetic, Mary Ann Panko and Dorothy Galinsky.

The family will receive friends March 25, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon, with funeral services beginning at 12 noon.

Graveside services will be held at a later date.

Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.