Walter L. Frattin, 99, of Long Branch, NJ, passed away at home on July 24.
Walter was born in West Hoboken in 1924 and graduated Long Branch High School. He proudly served his country in the Navy during WWII and was proud to be a part of ‘The Greatest Generation’. He was a member of Carpenters Local 255 and raised his seven children with his beloved wife, Jeanne, in the 1880 home he lovingly restored.
Walter was predeceased by his parents Annette Frassati and George Frattin, his wife of 72 years Jeanne and two grandchildren, Christopher Frattin and Johnny Frattin.
Walter loved swimming, surfing, skiing, ice boating, sailing and just about any outdoor activity. Generations of youngsters grew up enjoying Walter’s fun and excitement.
He is survived by children Glenn Frattin of Asbury Park, Joanne and husband Donald DeRosa of Oceanport, Andrew and wife Robin Frattin of Ormond Beach, Florida, Gina and husband Jim Register of Piscataway, Robert Frattin of Utah, Thomas and wife Veronica Frattin of Merritt Island, Florida, and Marissa Schussler of West Long Branch. He is also survived by grandchildren Anthony, Jennifer, Keith, Daniel, Aaron, James, Claire, Brian, Taylor, Nadia, Zoie, Scarlett, Alannah, Andrew, Natalie, Sophia, and Julianna, and great grand-children Emily, Abigail, Allison, Ray, Lincoln, and Kaia.
For messages of condolence, or to share a memory, please visit his page of tribute at www.WoolleyBoglioli.com.
In lieu of traditional remembrances a donation may be made in Walter’s name to Clean Ocean Action Long Branch at 49 Avenel Blvd, Long Branch, 07740.