Frank C. Lepera, age 86, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023 in Fort Wayne. He was born in Hamiliton, OH to the late Frank P. and Esther Lepera. Frank proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force. He worked as a facilities manager for the DeBartolo Corporation and previously as a tradesman with the Chrystler Corporation. Frank was an avid golfer, raquetball player, loved coaching young basketball players and traveling. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Carol Lepera of Fort Wayne; children, Vince (Rhonda) Lepera of CA, Stephanie Lepera Mathis of Hamilton, OH and Toby (Amanda) Lepera of New Haven, IN; 4 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren; siblings, Sandy Bruhn and John (Marianne) Lepera. Frank was also preceded in death by his brother, Tom Lepera. Calling hours are 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton St. A Celebration of Life will follow from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Fort Wayne Turners, 3636 Parnell Ave. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com