Obituary of Frank John Cabak

Cabak It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Frank John Cabak in his 87th year. He died peacefully, with his family by his side, at Parkwood Hospital, Complex Care on Friday, March 28, 2008. Frank has gone to join his beloved wife of sixty years, Blanche Van Praet (2004). Leaving to mourn are his cherished son, Donald and his wife Nancy Raye. Loving brother of Ed and Jeanette Saltarski and Joseph Saltarski (Gladys) all of London, Ontario. Predeceased by his sister, Stella Kowaleski and brothers Albert (Helen) and John (Helen) Cabak. Frank will be sadly missed by his brother in law Art Van Praet and his wife Pat of Del Mar, California, his brother in law Camiel Van Praet and his wife Mariea of Sarasota, Florida, and his sister in law Frankaileen Scully of Wallaceburg, Ontario. Step grandfather of Lisa Dube (Matthew) and Curtis Morris, and step great grandfather of five. Frank leaves many happy and fond memories with his many nieces and nephews. Our family would like to extend sincere thanks to the many caregivers and friends who performed many acts of kindness for our father during the last few years. "And so, Dad's chapter in the book of life has come to an end. His was a life well lived, full of hard work, hard play and many many sports. His wisdom, counsel, and balance will be sadly missed by all who touched his life. As is the case of a child and his father it is impossible to remember a time when he was not there and that will make his absence even more pronounced. He advised, supported, provided for and yes on occasion corrected me. His commitment to his family was total, unreserved and it never wavered. Friends and family will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, on Sunday evening from 6-9 o'clock. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Martin of Tours Church, 46 Cathcart Street at Duchess, on Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Interment in St. Peter's Cemetery. Prayers Sunday evening at 6 o'clock. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the ALS Society, the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.