Frank R. Seljak, 85, a resident of Centralia, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2016, in Longview, Washington. Frank was born Aug. 17, 1930, in Centralia, Washington, to Frank Sr. and Clara (Cole) Seljak.
He married Bennie L. Leard in February of 1951. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, until he was honorably discharged. He served as part of the U.S. Army Reserve from 1954 to 1960.
Frank drove a logging truck for most of his working career. He enjoyed spending his time in the local restaurants visiting his many friends and walked everyday at the Yard Birds Mall. Most of the time, his faithful dog, Precious, was riding in the truck with him.
He is survived by his children, Terrie (David) Allar of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Alan (Susan) Kent of Rathdrum, Idaho and Ramona (James) Loyd of Melrose, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Sr. and Clara; and his three and a half year old great-grandson, Linden Halverson.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at 1:30 p.m., at the The Restaurant at Sunbirds in Chehalis, Washington. All of his friends and associates are invited and encouraged to attend.
