Frank V. Avila, born January 29, 1944, age 70, of Swanton, OH, passed away Thursday morning, November 27, 2014, after a fatal car accident.
Frank is survived by his wife of 47 years, Rosemary Avila and five children, Roman (Darlene) Avila, Martin (Angela) Avila, Umberto (Becky) Avila, Elda "Peach" (John) Rafey and Cecilio Avila; also three brothers, Mike Avila, Tony Avila and Robert Avila; two sisters, Juanita Aldaco and Jessica Blanco; he also leaves behind 17 grandchildren. Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Saturnino Avila and Consuelo Avila; also his brother, Mario Avila and sister, Tina Guardiola.
Frank is a veteran of the Vietnam War, he worked full time as a security guard. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He loved listening to music, some of the happiest times were playing the bass guitar in a band with his brother called "Conjunto SanJuan." He will be greatly missed.
A memorial to celebrate the life of Frank V. Avila will be held Saturday, December 6th at the American Legion, 1047 Clarion Ave., Holland, OH from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.