Martin Ambrose Frankenreiter, 68, lost his eight-month battle with leukemia and passed away Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 in his home in Mission Viejo, California.

Marty was born September 29, 1946 to Mary and Merrill Frankenreiter in St Louis, Missouri. After graduating from high school he joined the navy. After being discharged, he moved to California where he met his wife of 46 years, Jeanne Traut.

He is survived by his two children, Tamara and Donavon; his son-in-law Mark and daughter-in-law Petra; and his four grandchildren: Jack, Willow, Hendrix and Ozzy.

His Celebration of Life will be Tuesday, June 16th at 5:00 at the Mission Viejo Country Club.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be sent to the Elks National Foundation at 25092 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692. Your donation will help the Elk's handicapped children's programs.