Frank Kakel passed away peacefully at his home in Sugar Camp, Wisconsin on March 30 at the age of 102. Loving father of the late Włodzimierz.

He is survived by his wife, Leokadia; daughter Elizabeth (Edward) Kurzeja; grandchildren Rene Kurzeja Moran, Edward (Amanda) Kurzeja, and Julie (Jeremy) Boldt; great-grandchildren Alexander, Evan, Anthony, and Henry; and many more loved ones.

Born in Dolna Brodnica, Poland on March 21, 1915, Frank was a Polish Army veteran and prisoner of war,Stalag VI/ D of the Second World War. After immigrating to Chicago, Frank began working for Motorola as a technician. Frank and Leokadia retired to Sugar Camp in 1997 where they spent many years living on the peaceful shores of Indian Lake.

Frank enjoyed fishing and spending time with family. He was a gifted linguist and spoke several languages, including Polish, English, German, and Latin. A skilled musician, he enjoyed playing his mandolin, listening to music, and dancing. Frank brought the joy of music and laughter to his family and friends. He will be missed forever.

Visitation for Frank Kakel will be held at Lawrence Funeral Home, 4800 N. Austin Avenue in Chicago, IL on Friday, April 7 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The funeral prayers will begin at 10:15 AM on Saturday at the funeral home, Procession to St. Constance Church for 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Maryhill Cemetery, Niles, IL.