Frank Peter Dobek

January 29, 1929 - January 10, 2017

Albany- Frank Peter Dobek, 87, passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at the Community Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s Hospital. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Peter and Mary Ciesia Dobek. Frank was predeceased by the love of his life Pat in 2003. Frank attended Albany High School and graduated from CBA, excelling in baseball and basketball. He honorably served his country in the United States Army from 1954-1955. He worked at Albany County Nursing Home and the Albany Plumbers and Steamfitters Union #7. Frank was a longtime and active member of the Zologa Post, the Polish American Citizens Club, and the Polish American Community Center. He loved Duke Basketball and the Boston Red Sox. Frank was a man with a heart of gold, who loved babies and children. Frank is survived by his sister Stasia Stryjek and his brothers Walter and Louis Dobek. He was predeceased by his brother John Dobek, and his nephews Gene Stryjek, Jr. and Mark Dobek. He leaves behind many nieces, nephews and dear friends; especially his devoted boss, sweetheart, mother, sister, friend, daughter, and niece Peggy Stryjek. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to visit with Frank’s family on Friday, January 13, 2017 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm in the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, now located at 208 North Allen Street, Albany. Funeral services Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 8:15 am in the funeral home, thence to Blessed Sacrament Church at 9:00 where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated. The Rite of Interment with military honors will immediately follow the Mass at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. To leave Frank’s family a message on their guestbook, light a candle, obtain directions, or view other helpful services. Please visit www.lgfuneralhome.com