Frank Kristof

Frank K. Kristof, 98, stepped into God’s arms on Saturday, January 30, 2016. Born August 19, 1917 and raised in Ljubljana, Slovenia, he fought against the communist revolution in Slovenia during WWII, and was a veteran of Domobranci – Slovenian Home Guard.

Beloved husband of the late Stefanie (nee Petric); beloved father of Verena, Francisco, Gregorio (Silvia) Kristof and Elizabeth (Richard) Gierke; cherished grandfather of Stefanie, Melissa, Julia, Lourdes, and brother of Boža Šinkovec (Slovenia). He was preceded in death by granddaughter Heidi, brother Janez and sisters Vida, Marica, and Verena. He is survived by many relatives in Slovenia and Austria (Carinthia). He was an avid reader and contributed with his writings in many newspapers. He will be greatly missed.

Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Friday February 5, 2016 at St. Vitus Church 6019 Lausche Ave. Cleveland, OH followed by burial in All Souls Cemetery Chardon, OH.

Family will receive friends 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Zevnik-Cosic Funeral Home 28890 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills, OH.

In lieu of flowers family suggests donations in Frank’s name be made to Mount St. Joseph Rehab Center 21800 Chardon Rd., Euclid, OH 44117.