Frank Mastera

Frank J. Mastera, 87, of David City died Thursday, July 2, 2009 at David Place in David City.
Funeral Mass will be Monday, July 6, 2009 at 1:00pm in St. Mary's Church, David City with Fr. Bernard Kimminau officiating. Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery, Appleton, with Kregger Legion Post 125/VFW Post 5814 providing graveside military rites. Viewing will be Sunday, from 2-7pm at St. Mary's Church, David City followed by a 7pm Knights of Columbus Rosary, also at the church.
Mr. Mastera was born on October 21, 1921 on the farm near Ceresco to Frank A. and Frances(Slama)Mastera. He grew up and attended the local schools as well as helped his father farm. He was drafted into the Army during WWII. After his discharge, he returned to Nebraska and moved to Butler County. He married Mildred Sabata on September 7, 1954 at St. Mary's Church in David City. They lived in the Butler County area all of their married lives.
Frank was a member of Assumption Catholic Church, Appleton and was on the church and cemetery board. He was also on the District 42 School Board. He was a 3rd degree Knight of Columbus and a member of Tihen Council 1717 of David City. He enjoyed raising a large garden and sharing the fruits of his labor with friends, neighbors and family. He also enjoyed canning, cooking, and playing cards. He loved to be engaged in good conversation with friends and had a wonderful sense of humor. His smile and warmth will be missed by those who knew him.
Frank is survived by his daughter, Jane(Tom)Samek of David City, two brothers: Alfons(Bea)and George Mastera, both of David City. Three sisters: Helen Nelson of Tulsa, OK; Mary Richardson of Lincoln and Frances Styskal of Wahoo. Three grandchildren: Michelle(Nate)Spath; Scott Samek and Rebecca Samek; two great-grandchildren: Kaylee Spath and Kendall Samek.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Mildred on May 9, 2009; two brothers: Ed and Louis Mastera and one sister: Agnes Priess.

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