Passed away on January 7, 2022
About Frank
FRANKLIN J. EBETINO, 73, passed away unexpectedly Friday January 7, 2022 while visiting family in Venice, Florida. Born in Fort Wayne and a graduate of Indiana University, he taught science and foreign language at Miami Middle School (1973-1979) and Northrop High School until he retired in 2005 where he served as head of the Foreign Language Department. Frank was an avid world traveler on all continents including Antarctica and frequently arranged exotic travel for others. He was an Eagle Scout, a founding board member of the Indiana Hunter Education Association, he volunteered his time and skills to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and 4-H Shooting Sports for nearly four decades. His other passions included wildlife conservation, photography, gourmet cooking, skiing, scuba diving, hunting and spending time with his grandchildren.
Surviving are his sons, Francisco (Jennifer) Ebetino of Golden, CO. and Ricardo Ebetino of San Diego, CA; granddaughters, Gabriella, Elysse and Violet; grandson Oliver; brother Bernard (Patrica) Ebetino; sisters Mary Ann (David) Weikel, Rosalie Sorg.
He was preceded in death by his adored wife, Violet Ebetino, son Salvatore Ebetino; his parents, Salvatore and Rosemary (Kintz) Ebetino and brother Thomas Ebetino.
Memorial Gathering
Monday, January 17, 2022
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Hockemeyer & Miller Funeral Home
6131 St. Joe Road
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to
The Hope Center
Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital
Salud Que Transforma USA, Inc
Hope Heath Center is a non-profit clinic serving children and adults located in the heart of Fairfield, Alabama. The mission of Hope Health Center is to share the hope that is found in Jesus Christ by providing excellent, whole-person healthcare to a medically under-served community.
Salud Que Transforma USA, Inc
Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital
Salud Que Transforma USA, Inc
Guatemala health clinic: Frank donated and volunteered time to the clinic. Frank’s uncle Frank Ebetino is Secretary of the clinic organization.
Checks should be made to “Salud Que Transforma USA, Inc.”
4000 Aston Gardens Drive, Apt. 302
Venice, FL 34292
Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital
Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital
Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital
At St. Jude, kids are getting the best treatments, and families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food.
MD Anderson
Boy Scouts of America
Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital
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Indiana 4-H
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Boy Scouts of America
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Memories of Frank
Douglas Williams
Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Colleague
Frank was a highly competent and greatly respected educator at Northrop High School for many years. His positive impact upon the lives of innumerable young people was universally acknowledged by parents and peers. His loss is felt far beyond what anyone could possibly know. Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends who knew just how special a man Frank was. Douglas Williams, former principal
Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Friend
Frank Ebetino Family: My deepest and sincere condolences in the loss of your dear loved one. Allow the great memories shared through out the years bring comfort during this difficult time. And may the resurrection hope, through our reigning king Christ Jesus, keep you strong so to endure this great loss. Sincerely , Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Linda (Falk) Ernst Antoszewski
Linda (Falk, Ernst) Antoszewski
Linda (Falk) Ernst Antoszewski
Friend
Have known the Ebetino Family since 1967. I remember many great times at their home and even more at the cottage. Frank use to enjoy playing pranks and mind games on me along with his sisters MaryAnn and Kay. Funny how his younger brothers, Bernie and Tom, were always part of these games. Who was the instigator? I believe all of them. Then we all grew up and became responsible adults , with goals, and families of our own. Though time changes our paths and separates us in miles, our memories always remain close to our hearts.
Sara Thomas
Salli & Tom Duncan
Linda (Falk) Ernst Antoszewski
Friend
Frank led several adults, teachers, and students to the Galapagos and Ecuador. There we all had a fabulous experience learning and enjoying the many sites he set up for us to visit. Later in a trip with his wife Violet, he visited us in a remote area of Washington state where they both helped us at the Llama Ranch. Throughout the years we have always enjoyed his vigor, energy, and enthusiasm to lead an adventurous life.
Salli & Tom Duncan
Salli & Tom Duncan
Salli & Tom Duncan
Family
Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you Francisco, Ricardo, Bernie, Rosalie and Mary Ann and families. We were so fortunate to get to know Frank and Violet at the Ebetino Reunions. We shared a lovely evening in their home with a lovely bottle of wine while in Ft. Wayne. We will miss him as we do Violet, tremendously. Love, Salli (Ebetino) & Tom Duncan
Bob Palmer
Salli & Tom Duncan
Salli & Tom Duncan
Friend
Frank Ebetino was one of my best friends in H.S. He was smart, witty, a great friend - and a prankster! Loved all these dimensions. RIP, Frank. You were one of a kind.
Share A Memory
We welcome you to share a message to our family and your wonderful memories of Frank. We will post memories as often as we can while preparing for the memorial gathering and we hope to see you there.
Franklin J Ebetino
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