Frank Sheller, Jr.

Frank Sheller, Jr., 70, of Mineral Ridge, passed away Sunday afternoon, December 8th, at his residence surrounded by his family, following an extended illness.

He was born September 2, 1954 in Warren, the son of Frank and Aurelia (Kracium) Sheller, Sr.

Frank was a 1972 graduate of Mineral Ridge High School and was well known in his local community as owner and operator of Sheller's Service, refrigeration and appliance repair, for more than 35 years. Prior to starting his business he worked for Mays Towing in Warren.

In addition to running a successful business, Frank had many passions in his spare time including being a licensed pilot and traveling extensively. He rode to the top of Pike's Peak with his friends on his Honda Gold Wing, and his favorite activity was boating and being on the water. He was a people person and loved to talk and tell stories, and answer any and all of life's questions. His greatest joy was his family to whom he was very devoted, especially his beloved grandchildren who knew him affectionately as "Papa Frank". He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Frank is survived by his two daughters; Rachel (Christopher) Hitchings; of Niles and Emily (Glenn) Roach, of Edgerton, WI. He also leaves behind two sisters; Virginia (John) Camodeca, of Howland and Sylvia Engelhardt, of Poland; five grandchildren; Wyatt, Lila, Rylan, Emmett, and Cooper; and his loving companion Martha Padovani, of Mineral Ridge, with whom he'd spent the happiest years of his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, John Engelhardt.

There will be no formal funeral services or calling hours, instead Frank would prefer that you have a cool drink and remember the good times.

Arrangements for Mr. Sheller are being provided by the Lane Funeral Home Mineral Ridge Chapel, 1350 N. Canfield-Niles Rd., Mineral Ridge.