Obituary for
Frank Eli Kokovai
KOKOVAI, Frank Eli
Passed peacefully at his home surrounded by family in Essex on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 82 years of age after a short battle with leukemia. Beloved husband of the late Mary (nee Kish) (2006). Loving father of Dennis Kokovai (Debrah) and Karen Kokovai. Proud grandpa of Brandon, Kyle (Kayla), Elyse (Rob), Adam (Carlie) and their son Jaxon. Dearest brother of John Kokovai (Joyce) and the late Michael Kokovai. Frank will be remembered by his very good friend Dorothy "Mrs V " and many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to David Shaw, St. Elizabeth's nurses and Karley Savo at Bayshore for all their help and care. Also to Rick and Cheryl Huczel and Steve and Mary Chapo for their support and wishes. Frank retired from Gen-Auto Shippers in 1997 after many years of service and lots of fond memories. In retirement, Frank and Mary enjoyed traveling and spending time with family. He could also be found solving the world's problems at Tim Horton's "The Office" with his many friends and loyal canine companion Abby Kokovai. Frank loved people and lived life to the fullest. He will be forever missed and never forgotten. According to Frank's wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E, Essex (519-776-4233) on Saturday, March 28 from 10 am until the time of the Memorial Service to celebrate Frank's life at 11:30 am. Rev. Kim Gilliland officiating. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation Windsor Chapter. Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
