NEWPORT NEWS—Frank Vernon Sebra passed away with family by his side on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
He was born March 12, 1934, in Lancaster County to John and Cora Sebra.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Shirley Sebra; daughters, Darlene Ewton (Danny) and Brenda Welch (Michael); and grandchildren, Derek Welch (Amanda), Daniel Welch (Kristen), Courtney Ewton and Collin Ewton. He has one great-grandson, Bennett Welch. He has one surviving sister, Thelma Rowe; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by 11 brothers and sisters and his mother and father.
Frank graduated from the Apprentice School Newport News Shipyard in Newport News in 1954. He served in many capacities while there. He retired as general foreman after 42 years of service. He was a master mason in good standing and also a long-time member of the Apprentice Alumni Association.
He was an avid outdoorsman. Frank always had a boat and loved fishing and the water. He received several citations for the fish he caught. Frank loved to hunt in Lancaster County and played golf in his younger years.
Frank and Shirley bought land and built a wonderful vacation home at Lake Gaston. They spent many years there with family and friends. Frank taught his children and grandchildren how to go boating, camping, fishing and hunting. He also loved to read, hunt (up to his last year) and spend time with his family.
Those who knew Frank loved him and loved his stories.
The family received family and friends at a visitation at Peninsula Funeral Home from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m Tuesday, June 18. A brief service was held at the graveside at 1 p.m. at Peninsula Memorial Park.
We want to thank Riverside Hospice nurse Nikki Dame and special caregivers Tiffany Clarke and Nicole Thornton.
Please feel free to make a contribution in honor of Frank to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home.
