M. Frank "Dr. Truth" "Jigger" Sack

Mr. M. Frank “Dr. Truth” “Jigger” Sack, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with the love and support of his family by his side. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska on October 7, 1934, Frank was the son of Merlin Martin and H. Leone (Mooberry) Sack. He was raised and educated in Crete, Nebraska and was a scholar and lifelong learner. He attended Doane College which led to the acquisition of his credentials as an American Certified Polygraphist. He then pursued post-graduate work for many years, earning a Ph.D. in Behavioral Psychology and receiving many certificates and awards in his area of expertise. On New Year’s Eve, December 31, 1969, he married the former Mary Ann Salvatore who has been his companion on the journey of life for 43 years. In his earlier years, Frank managed the family business in Crete, Nebraska, Sack Lumber. Upon relocating to Utica, he held many positions, from sales representative at Sears, Roebuck to working as a stock trader. He held the position of Utica City Marshall for 42 years and eventually embarked on the adventure of establishing his own business, American Truth Systems, where he worked as a polygraphist at several locations throughout Central NY, retiring in 2009. After his retirement, he became broadly knowledgeable of History, especially the Lakota Native American History, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, where he became acquainted with Basil Braveheart, interpreter, author, and intercessor of Lakota spiritual journeys. Frank was also involved with the development of the Sundance Grounds in Utah. But in truth, Frank cherished the time with his family above all, especially his grandchildren who loved his ‘PaPa-isms’. He was supportive and a source of guidance for his loved ones. Frank was generous, pensive, and quiet, but always observant and wise. He was a voracious reader with a thirst for knowledge. He enjoyed watching anything within the realm of the Wild West. He found peace and pleasure in his weekend trips a few times a year with his family. He supported the Marine Corps League, especially the annual Toys-For-Tots campaign. Frank’s source of spirituality was the Lakota religious traditions and beliefs. Frank is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; his daughters and son-in-law, Lynn Roberts and her husband Michael of Clinton, and Rebecca “Beck” Sack of Utica, her fiance and family; his son, John “Jay” Sack of Redwood City, CA; his grandchildren, Jason and Sarah Roberts, Heather and Adam Braucher, Casandra, and Antonio Salvatore; and his great-grandchildren, Coral, and Aython Roberts; and Gracelyn, and Garrett Braucher. In addition, he leaves his sisters and brother-in-law, Marjorie Clarke of CT, and Linda and Dave Ennis of Virginia Beach; his canine companions, Winnie Lou, and Maggie Sue; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, Richard L. Salvatore and Robert J. Salvatore; friends Jack Lonier and his wife, Lynn, and Joe and Patty Majka. He was predeceased by his infant son, Merlin Martin Sack; his brother-in-law, Sherman Clarke; and his in-laws, Jerry and Lena Salvatore. The family is grateful to the nurses and staff of the 3rd Floor Stroke Unit at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with special acknowledgement of Sharon Parker and all Frank’s friends and family for their loving support during his journey. Visitation will be held Friday from 4:00-6:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Expressions of sympathy in the form of donations may be considered to the Center for Missing and Exploited Children; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Frank’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Friday evening at 6:00 at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation with Rev. Paul Drobin officiating the ceremony.

M. Frank "Dr. Truth" "Jigger" Sack

October 7, 1934 - October 29, 2013