Francis H. Jischke of Lakeville, NY and New Smyrna Beach, FL, passed away Feb. 3, 2010 in Floriday at age 89. Fran was predeceased by his wife June, and son Jerry. He is survived by sons; Jack (Deb), Francis C. “Lanny” (Sandi), Kenneth (Jo Ann), Mark, Craig (Jackie), Daniel (Kim); 17 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; close friend Rita.

For many years, Fran worked as a mechanic for Ridge Lumber. He raced stock cars at the Monroe County Fairgrounds, Hemlock Fairgrounds and at a dirt track in PA. He was one of the drivers in the early years of NASCAR and he raced once on Daytona Beach. He loved to hunt, fish and go camping. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

The family will have a private service at a future date. Memorial contributions may be made in Fran’s memory to The American Cancer Society. Arrangements Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc. To send condolences or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com