Frank Carl Kapelczak

His Legacy… Frank Carl Kapelczak, 81, passed away April 9, 2026. He was born on November 7, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan to Frank and Emily (Zdybel) Kapelczak. Frank married the love of his life, Gloria Reed, on April 24, 1965, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. Frank shared a remarkable 60 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Gloria, a testament to enduring love, partnership, and commitment. Together, they built a life centered on family, creating countless cherished memories along the way. He was a proud graduate of De La Salle High School. Frank was a man of deep faith and a devoted Catholic, faithfully attending Holy Spirit Catholic Church, where his quiet strength and presence were felt by many. Known for his skill and dedication as a carpenter, he spent many years building homes and shaping communities with his hands. His craftsmanship could be seen in the many houses he helped create during his time working with companies such as Hajduk, Guerra Construction, and CJK Construction. He took great pride in his work, leaving behind a legacy in the structures he built and the lives he touched. He was also an avid hunter, finding peace and joy in the outdoors. Frank was a man of unwavering loyalty. If you were fortunate enough to call him a friend, you had a friend for life. His kindness, dependability, and steady presence made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his loving family and countless friends whose lives he enriched.

His Family… Frank will be missed by his wife, Gloria Kapelczak; his children Jacquelyn (Dean) Salva, Christopher James (Roxanne) Kapelczak and Kathleen Jennifer (Rick) Wagner; grandchildren, Jason Klein, Dillon Wagner, Dena Kutschman, Ayden and Audri Salmo; great- grandchildren, Peyton Kutschman. He is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Emily Kapelczak and brother Robert Kapelczak.

His Farewell…. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Vicent De Paul.  Please leave a message of comfort for Frank’s family at 1-877-231-7900 or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.

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