Frank Nemchek, 88, died May 2, 2012, at his home.
He was born in Stamford, Conn., and lived in Vero Beach for 20 years, coming from his birthplace.
He served in the Marine Corps during World War II.
He retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier after 34 years.
He was an avid golfer and recently worked at the Vista Plantation Golf Course.
He was a member of St. John of the Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach and was a gold card member of the National Association of Letter Carriers.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Helen Nemchek; daughters, Sharon Ialenti, of Gardner, Mass., and Judy Wentz, of Vero Beach; son, Frank Nemchek Jr., of Fairfield, Conn.; brothers, Lawrence and Edward Nemchek, both of Stamford; sister, Vilma Fowler, of Stamford; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph, Alexander and John Nemchek; and sisters, Mary McRedmond and Bridget Thomas.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, 2355 82nd Ave., Vero Beach, FL 32966.
A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. May 5 at St. John of the Cross Chapel, Vero Beach.
An additional memorial service will be conducted in Stamford at a later date.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.