Frank J. Kisiel

May 5, 2020

Frank Joseph Kisiel of Pittsgrove, NJ passed away peacefully at the Vineland Inspira Medical Center on May 5, 2020 at the age of 93. Frank is survived by his son, Frank and Lin (Herley) of Pittsgrove NJ, his son, Kenneth and Yvonne (Cassidy) of Fort Myers FL, his daughter, Sandra and Mike Keys of Pittsgrove NJ and his daughter, Robin and Shawn Testone of Horseheads NY. Also mourning his loss are nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Frank is preceded in death by his wife of nearly 68 years, Mary Elizabeth (Hickman), and their daughter, Barbara Ann. Frank was born on May 8, 1926, the third child born to Franciszek and Maryianna (Sidorska) Kisiel, in Camden NJ. He was part of “The Greatest Generation”, and served his country during the Second World War in the US Navy aboard the USS Bataan (CVL29) in the South Pacific. It was during his enlistment he met and fell in love with Mary Hickman, formerly of Pitman NJ. Upon completion of his military obligations, he and Mary married, on March 29, 1947. Shortly thereafter the family moved from Camden NJ to West Deptford NJ. Frank retired from E.I. duPont’s Chambers Works facility in Deepwater NJ after 33 years of service. Following his retirement, Frank and Mary moved to Florida. Frank went on to retire a second time after working 10 years as a Cast Member on “Main Street” in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Orlando FL. After nearly 30 years of residence in Florida, Frank and Mary returned to New Jersey. He will be remembered as an active member of the Elmer Presbyterian Church. His ingratiating manner, with just a hint of Southern charm, as well as his wit, humor and endless joy for life will live on in the memories of all who knew him. But above all else he will be remembered for his absolute dedication and devotion to his wife and family. A memorial fund to honor and celebrate the life of Frank Kisiel has been established by The Elmer Presbyterian Church. Contributions may be sent to: Elmer Presbyterian Church, 107 Chestnut St. Elmer, NJ 08318. A private interment took place on May 23, 2020 at Eglington Cemetery in Clarksboro NJ.