FRANK C. ZISA,
A lifelong resident
of Hackensack, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on
Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at the age of 91.
Frank was a
highly decorated Veteran of WW II proudly serving in the United
States Army. While serving in Africa he was taken a Prisoner of War
by the German forces, and spent over 21 months in a German POW Camp,
until his release and honorable discharge at the end of the war.
After his return home, he founded the Zisa Insurance Agency which he
operated for 40 years from
1946 to1986, which is
now owned by his son. He was active in civic affairs and served
Hackensack as a member of the City Council for 16 years including 4
as Mayor and 8 as Deputy Mayor. He was a Charter Member of
Hackensack Unico, a member of the American Legion and Knights of
Columbus.
He was an
active
parishioner and usher at St. Francis R.C. Church in Hackensack, for
over 30 years. Beloved husband of 64 years to Jean F. (nee
Fontanella). Devoted father of Jack Zisa and his wife Maureen, Ken
Zisa and Frank Zisa Jr. Loving grandfather of John, Anthony and
Kristen. Dearest brother of John Zisa and his wife Mildred and the
late Frances Zisa, Joseph Zisa and Carmen Zisa. Frank is also
survived by his sister-in-law Rose Fontanella, several nieces,
nephews and many other close relatives and friends. The Funeral on
Tuesday, June 14, at 8:30 AM from the G. Thomas Gentile Funeral
Home, 397 Union Street, Hackensack. The Mass of Christian Burial
will be celebrated at St. Francis R.C. Church, 50 Lodi Street,
Hackensack, at 10:00 AM. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Hackensack.
The family will receive friends on Monday from 4 - 9 PM.