Nicholas Casper “Nick” Frohnapfel, 88 of Proctor, WV, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 19, 2026.
He was born February 28, 1938, in Proctor, a son of the late Casper A. and Helena C. (Shafer) Frohnapfel. Nick was a devoted, lifelong member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. For 20 years Nick worked at A&P in New Martinsville, followed by his role as Chemical Operator and Fire Service for Bayer Chemical until his retirement. A man of simple pleasures, Nick enjoyed hunting, woodworking and most of all fishing, all hobbies that reflected his appreciation for the great outdoors and craftsmanship.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Glenda “Jean” Frohnapfel (2026) and seven siblings, Alban Frohnapfel, Patrick Frohnapfel, Benedict Frohnapfel, Victor Frohnapfel, Layola Spears, Magdalen Fullerton and Mercedes Hall.
Nick is lovingly remembered and survived by his four children, Barbara (Rick) Pancake of New Martinsville, WV, Patrick (Lisa) Frohnapfel, David (Lynn) Frohnapfel and Christina Frohnapfel all of Proctor; two sisters, Agnes (Charlie) Kernan and Jane Barth; seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received Friday, October 23, 2026 from 6 pm until the time of Rosary services at 8 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 12 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment will be held immediately after at St. Joseph Cemetery.
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