Submitted by: Dan Rich

Frank Sitarz

Aug. 15, 1915- March 22, 2008

South Bend Tribune 3/26/2008
MISHAWAKA - Frank Sitarz, 92, passed away on Saturday, March 22, in Fountainview Place, Mishawaka. He was born on August 15, 1915, in South Bend, as the son of Michael and Agnes (Kurdzielewicz) Sitarz. Frank worked for the Studebaker Corp. for 33 1/2 years until they closed and then retired from Dodge Manufacturing Corp. His love of Studebaker's continued as he was the proud owner of three Studebaker cars. He and Gene were very active in the International Studebaker's Drivers Club for many years. They made many cherished friends both nationally and internationally, sharing their love and knowledge about Studebaker's with many other enthusiasts. They were also members of the Elkhart Vintage Auto Club. He was a museum volunteer, a member of the Auto Restoration Club and was a member of the First United Methodist Church.

Frank was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Gene, and by his parents, Agnes and Michael Sitarz, his sister, Mary, and two brothers, Casmier and Joseph. Frank and his wife had no children of their own but were lovingly known as "Aunt" and "Uncle" to many of his cousins and their families.

Family and friends may visit from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in the Hahn Funeral Home, 505 W. 8th Street, Mishawaka, where funeral services will be held at 8 p.m., with Rev. Ron Bowman officiating. Contributions may be made in Frank's memory to the Studebaker National Museum, 201 S. Chapin St., South Bend, IN 46601.