Frank Robert Janik

Frank Robert Janik, 81, of Hurst, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on August 4, 2026.

Frank was born on July 1, 1945, in Houston, Texas. He worked as a mechanic and was a true automobile enthusiast. He enjoyed racing and never missed watching NASCAR on the weekends. He also loved building model cars and restoring automobiles. One of his proudest projects was restoring a Corvette, which he proudly displayed at car shows. Frank could often be found tinkering in his garage, working on whatever project caught his interest that day.

Frank was a true old-school gentleman who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Ann Janik; daughter, Rena (Michael) Steinmetz; sons, Antoni (Dawn) Janik and Brian (Kim) Janik; seven grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Casimere Janik; sister, Victoria Nunez; and brother, Shelton Bivens.

In accordance with Frank’s wishes, he will be cremated, and no formal services will be held. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Ministry of Comfort was lovingly entrusted to Southern Cremation and Burial Services of Murphysboro, Illinois.