Alex Thomas Frantz (1934-2025)

Alex Thomas Frantz, 91, of Baden, passed away on December 6th, 2025 at Rochester Manor. He was born in Ambridge on March 2nd, 1934, the son of the late Thomas and Frances Kondus Frantz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Pauline Gallo and Olga Peterson. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Loretta Frantz, three sons, Thomas (Jane) Frantz, Robert (Joleen) Frantz and James (Karen) Frantz, two daughters, Kimberly (Kenneth) Brown and Holly (Dave) Kovalick, 15 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Alex ended his professional career as an engineer at Bayer Corporation. His life was a symphony of hobbies and interests that made him the unique person he was. His soulful voice echoed in the King Beaver Barbershop Chorus and The Lame Ducks Quartet. As a participant of the Pittsburgh Model A Club, he enjoyed road trips and travel. He also served his community with a sense of duty and honor as a member of the National Guard, Odd Fellows, and American Legion. His faith was evident in his dedication to the former Lighthouse Lutheran Church, where he served faithfully. Alex’s life was enriched by the love of his family. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 16th at 11 a.m. at English Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 E. Grandview Avenue. Zelienople. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Alex’s name to Good Samaritan Hospice, 116 Browns Hill Road, Suite 100 Valencia, PA 16059. Professional services and arrangements have been entrusted to CORLESS-MATTER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC 1133 Church Street, Ambridge. Please take a moment to leave your memories and upload photos of Alex to his memorial page by clicking here.