Frank J. Kotrlik, age 67, of Leroy Township, passed away Dec. 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born Aug. 15, 1957, in Claridon Township, Frank was a lifelong area resident, growing up in Munson Township.
He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to fish and hunt, and he had a large vegetable garden. When hunting, not just for sport, he wanted meat. He also has several trophy mounts in his home.
Frank was a foreman at A. Shaw Steel for 30 years before his retirement in 2006.
His greatest joy was cooking for and spending time with his family.
Frank is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Janet (nee Wilson) Kotrlik, of Leroy; children, John (Lisa) Kotrlik, of Painesville Township, Janet Kotrlik, of Leroy, and Charles Kotrlik, of Leroy; granddaughter, Hailie Kotrlik, and grandsons, Frank (Megan) Fatica, of Leroy, and Nick Fatica, of Painesville; and great-grandchildren, Frank, Vince, Leo and Brody.
He also leaves his sister Jean Edgar, of Tennessee, and Robert Kotrlik, of Middlefield; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Jean (nee Erb) Kotrlik; in-laws, James and Ida (nee Olp) Wilson; sister Rose Ann Lehman; and brother-in-law, Lee Edgar.
The family will host a gathering on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 3-5 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.
A private family burial will be held at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.burrservice.com.
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