Frank Leo Gibala, 80, of North Versailles, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2024. He was born December 17, 1943, in McKeesport and was the son of the late Leo and Dorothy (Koslowski) Gibala. Beloved Husband of Sandra .L (Davis) Gibala. They were married for 57 years. Frank was employed with Westinghouse and retired from University of Pittsburgh. He also had a lifelong career playing polkas starting with the Bell Hops alongside his siblings. Playing the clarinet and saxophone, he played with many bands mainly with Henny and the Versa J’s from which he finally retired from music. He was preceded in death by his son Joseph T. Gibala. He is survived by his sons Francis R. Gibala, Timothy J. Gibala, Stephen J. (Amanda R. (Whelpley) Gibala; grandson, Michael K. Shaffer; brothers Ted, Ron and sister Jeannie; and nephews along with great nieces and nephews and many cousins.
Arrangements
As per Frank’s request, the funeral will be a private ceremony with only close family members present.
James F. Kutch Funeral Homes & Crematory
433 Lincoln Highway
East McKeesport, PA 15035
(412) 823-4054
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My husband and I enjoyed knowing Frank. We enjoyed dancing the polka and hearing Frank play. He brought much enjoyment to so many people with his talent. Frank and Henny are together again Thank you.
My deepest condolences to family. Enjoyed Frank playing music and talking with him for many years!
Sandy & Family: So sorry about Frank. Working with him, Teddy & Ron 40+ years ago, & playing ball with Frank was a joy. And then reconnecting with him at Cardio Rehab, we had a lot of fun times. And me & Judy got to know you & Frank pretty well over the last years. We were fortunate to talk to you a lot. He will be missed.
All our prayers, Ray & Judy
Frank, Steve and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time. God Bless !!
Ron and Diane, so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know we are thinking of you both during this difficult time.
We deeply appreciate your expression of sympathy.
To Sandra Gibala and family and to Ted,,Ron and Jeannie Gibala and their families. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your brother Frank. He was a wonderful person and friend,?as well as a great musician. He will be deeply missed.
To Sandra Gibala and family and to Ted,,Ron and Jeannie Gibala and their families. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your brother Frank. He was a wonderful person and friend, as well as a great musician. He will be deeply missed.
Ted and family you have my deepest sympathy .
Frannie and family….My wife and I extend our deepest sympathies to your entire immediate and extended families during this sorrowful time. God Bless you all.
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