Frank Bielski's Celebration of Life
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Frank J. Bielski
Aug 28, 1953 - Sep 24, 2024
Frank J. Bielski passed away September 24th 2024 at Riverside Medical Center in Newport News, VA. Frank was born in Shamokin, PA in 1953, the son of Francis and Hattie ( Suchodolski) Bielski. He graduated from Our Lady of Lourdes High School, Coal Township, PA in 1971.
He graduated from Mansfield University with a Master's in Education. Frank was a dedicated teacher and coach in Addison, NY who helped students to achieve their goals. He was a celebrated wrestling and golf coach and filled in for other coaches when needed. In later years, he was Athletic Director managing Addison's sports and programs. He provided wise counsel to the next generation of coaches.
Frank also served in the Addison Fire Department and on the Village Board. He loved and was very proud of his community. Frank had a wonderful sense of humor and loved a good practical joke. He was a die-hard fan of Philly baseball, Penn State Football, and the Eagles football team.
Frank was proud of the accomplishments of his three children: Amanda, Jonathon and Alexis. He enjoyed seeing pictures and being with his grandchildren: Gabriel, Laine, Alexander, Lena, and Addison.
He is survived by his wife Mary, three sisters: Marie Bielski, Audrey O'Connell, and his twin Angie (Steve) Marcinek. He also is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Frank was predeceased by: his parents, two brothers, Joe and Ed, one sister Christine, her husband (Howard George) and two nephews: Travis George and John O'Connell.
A Celebration of the life of this great man, will be held at the American Legion, 85 Maple Street, Addison, NY. on Saturday, October 26th, at 4:30 pm. Stories and reminisces will be welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Addison Central School, Frank J. Bielski Athletic Award which will be given to a senior each year.
Sturtevant Funeral Home, Bennetts Creek Chapel is assisting with arrangements.