Frank Kinn Obituary

Frank J. Kinn

Frank J. Kinn, 93, of Fostoria, passed away peacefully Thursday June 27, 2024, at his home in Fostoria.

He was born July 2, 1930, to Lucian and Alma (Huss) Kinn. Frank married Dolores M. Kulsea on May 27, 1989, and she preceded him in death Sept. 15, 2023.

Frank is survived by his sister, Marylin Kinn of Fostoria; and nieces and nephews, Joanie Keegan Kowalkowski of Illinois, Jan (Phil) Beachler of Dayton, Patti (Doug) Lohse of Cincinnati, Jim (Nancy) Thomas of Greenville, South Carolina, Frank (Patte) Thomas of Connersville, Indiana, Theresa (the late George) Owens of Lafayette, Indiana, Sherri (Brian) Leedke of Indianapolis, Indiana, Karen Backus of Bowling Green, Debbie (Paul) D'Alesio of Englewood, Florida, and Karolyn Sallows of Sylvania. Frank had many great-nieces and great-nephews, some of whom he was especially close to, Andrzej Kowalkowski of St. Louis, Missouri, Nicholas (Brie) Kowalkowski of Indianapolis, Indiana, Patrick (Erika) Kowalkowski of Chicago, Illinois, and Katelin Kowalkowski of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. Frank is loved by many other great-nieces and great-nephews. He is also survived by stepchildren from a former marriage, Janet (Jack) Sears of Fostoria, David (Kristy) Folkwein of Hilton Head, South Carolina, Linda (Ron) Dye of Fostoria, and Lori (Scott) Skiljan of Chagrin Falls.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores; parents; sister, Lucia Ann (Shannie) (Bill) Thomas; and brothers, Edward and James.

The family would like to extend tremendous gratitude to his primary caregiver, Cathy Ferguson, who has been by Dolores and his side for many years. She is like family, having taken care of Frank's mother, Dolores's mother, Dolores, and now Frank, and we are truly grateful for her loving care.

The family would also like to sincerely express their gratitude to his other caregivers, Jean Hornbeck and Sharon Hubbell (sisters of Cathy Ferguson), Carol Jurrus, Kelly Colich, Iyona Murphy, and Kadalena Duran, who cared for him lovingly.

Frank graduated from University of Pennsylvania and University of Michigan. He was formerly a partner in Fruth and Company, President of the Commercial Bank and Saving Company, and Secretary/Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer of Roppe Corporation, all of Fostoria.

Frank was devoted to Fostoria and its development. He was active in the community with Fostoria United Way, Geary Family YMCA, St. Wendelin Educational Foundation, Fostoria Rotary Club, Fostoria Economic Development Corporation, Good Shepherd Home, Fostoria Community Hospital, First Federal Bank, and Sisters of Notre Dame Province in Toledo. He was also active in Hilltop and a Graduate Member of Fostoria University Club.

Frank enjoyed traveling with Dolores and annual family vacations in Florida. He loved spending time with family and friends, and playing cards, especially Pinnacle on the front porch of the family cottage. In his spare time, Frank loved music, gardening, golf, boating, and fishing. He and Dolores loved attending Michigan football games with friends to cheer on the Wolverines, and was passionate about winning. Frank, also known as "Uncle Bud," was referred to as a "supreme elder" by his family. He cherished the time he spent at the "Kinn Cottage," starting the evening festivities with a Manhattan toast.

Visitation for friends will be 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2024, at HOENING & SON FUNERAL HOME, 133 W. Tiffin St., Fostoria, Ohio, 44830. Funeral Mass will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Wendelin Catholic Church, Fostoria, with burial following at St. Wendelin Cemetery. A funeral lunch and gathering will then be at St. Wendelin Parish Hall.

Memorials may be made to Geary Family YMCA, Rotary, Fostoria Hospital, or Good Shepherd Home.

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.hoeningfuneralhome.com.