Francis "Frank" John Loye

Frank was a key member of the winning Gil Hamm Challenge team from the Chicagoland Muskie Hunters. We were lucky to be on the same team with him as he was a great fisherman and an even better man. We will continue to leave his seat at the kitchen table open on all future fishing trips. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Shared by john wall on 2/1/2025 1:31 PM

My condolences to the Loye family. Frank was a cherished member of our Accenture team and someone I admired dearly. Our Accenture team and I are deeply saddened by the news of Frank's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Frank for the past ~7 years. He was one of the most talented IT professionals I have met. He was a true leader and was always willing to go out of his way to help others. I am very appreciative for everything Frank taught me and for the time I got to spend with him. Frank and I spoke almost daily during the time we worked together, and I will miss him dearly.

Shared by erik argeropolos on 1/31/2025 9:27 PM

Mary, Linda, Pat, and Ed, We are so sorry for your loss. Frank was such a kind, funny, sweet soul who always had a friendly smile. His quick wit and generous heart will always be remembered. The bond between Ed and Frank is something most wish to have, they understood the true meaning of brotherhood. Please take care and we will miss you. Love, Deb, Sydney, and Bea

Shared by debbie, sydney, and bea bernstein on 1/31/2025 4:58 PM

I will dearly miss my neighbor on the Chippewa Flowage. I truly enjoyed the friendship and fishing and sports talks.

Shared by david siegel on 1/29/2025 3:10 AM

I met Frank when my fishing buddies and I joined Chi-town Musky Hunters in 2012 and we all became fast friends. Frank spent a week with us that year on LOTW for the Gill Hamm tournament and was part of the winning team. After that, Frank was part of our groups annual late August pilgrimage to Hanson‘s King Island Lodge. We all enjoyed his quick wit and willingness to share information which made us all better fisherman. Frank, you will truly be missed my friend and brother. May you rest in peace. Bill Armandi

Shared by bill armandi on 1/28/2025 6:54 PM

I met Frank through John Impens. We had some fun times in Lawrence Ks and Chicago. He was a very funny, quick witted guy. Will miss you Mr. DePaul.

Shared by damon micek on 1/27/2025 7:47 PM

My condolences to the Loye family. You will be missed by all that had the pleasure to meet you. Tight lines Frankie.

Shared by william zbierski on 1/26/2025 7:43 AM

Frank Loye was a beautiful soul. Honest, Caring, Gentle, Kind and a Listener. He steered Chicagoland Muskie Hunters through the COVID Years and kept the Club together. The Club will miss Frank but he left a wonderful lasting impression to all who met him. God Speed My Friend.

Shared by kevin lynch on 1/26/2025 2:14 AM

The Impens Family will deeply miss you Frank. Thank you for being such a great friend to John and Godfather to Schuyler. ❤️ John surely greeted you in heaven! Until we meet again… Ed and family, we are keeping you close to our hearts and in our prayers. Love, Heather, Schuyler & Jack

Shared by heather, schuyler, jack impens on 1/25/2025 8:05 PM

Our deepest condolences to Mary, Linda, Patricia, and Ed. We met on a beautiful August afternoon in 2006, a day and evening I will never forget. Our friendship will endure for all time. You will always be number 1 of the ITR gang. Tight lines my friend! RIP.

Shared by ron & sue heidenreich on 1/25/2025 4:45 PM

Frank was a true gentleman and loved to chase Muskies it was a pleasure to know him and have made his acquaintance thru Chicagoland Muskies my deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and all Musky friends that knew him Mark Rue Fox River Valley Muskies Inc. He will be missed

Shared by mark rue on 1/25/2025 3:16 PM

Words cannot express how much our world has lost. I know you are enjoying yourself catching up with the people you have missed or maybe fishing on a clear lake. t is a sign of a quality life when someone makes you smile. You gave me one of my most favorite memories. To this day, every time I hear the song Respect, I laugh out loud. A smile will always cross my face when I hear Francis. Love you, dear sweet man.

Shared by jennifer dunlap on 1/25/2025 1:54 PM

Frank was a funny and genuine person. We have many fond memories of him and it always brings a smile. Thinking of Ed and his family during this difficult time.

Shared by kerry and brad farris on 1/25/2025 1:19 PM

I was truly blessed to be able to call Frank a friend for 50+ years. My thoughts and prayers to the Loye family during this difficult time.

Shared by steve silhavy on 1/25/2025 11:34 AM

Even though we didn’t see much of each other over the last years my memories of you will always be the happy smile you always had. You have always loved the water and fishing and we were all lucky to spend time together in Antioch growing up. Your illness brought us a little closer together and I was so impressed with your bravery and your desire to help others when a cure could not be found for you. A sweet, gentle soul. So proud to call you my cousin. RIP Frank. Love, Maureen

Shared by maureen kitzer on 1/25/2025 8:06 AM

To my "other" family. I am so sorry for your loss. I think you all know how much he means to me. I feel very lucky to have known Frank for over 50 years. My heart hurts with you all. Bryan

Shared by bryan dunlap on 1/25/2025 6:35 AM

Our hearts are broken. You will forever be missed. May you rest easy now Frank. We love you!! Gone Fishing I’ve finished life’s chores assigned to me,
So put me on a boat headed out to sea.
Please send along my fishing pole
For I’ve been invited to the fishin’ hole. Where every day is a day to fish,
To fill your heart with every wish.
Don’t worry, or feel sad for me,
I’m fishin’ with the Master of the sea. We will miss each other for awhile,
But you will come and bring your smile.
That won’t be long you will see,
Till we’re together you and me. To all of those that think of me,
Be happy as I go out to sea.
If others wonder why I’m missin’
Just tell ’em I’ve gone fishin’ Dalmar Pepper

Shared by cara christianson on 1/25/2025 4:22 AM

Sincere condolences to all of the Loye family on the sad passing of Frank. Thinking of you all. May he rest in peace.

Shared by teresa conmy stack on 1/25/2025 12:31 AM