Frank Yellam Sr., age 85, of Burien, died suddenly and peacefully on October 10 at home. He was born to Italian immigrants, Domenic and Florence (Fabbio) Yellam, in Seattle where he lived his entire life. He graduated from Cleveland High School in 1940. He was very active in sports-soccer, floor hockey, softball, basketball and football. He received a scholarship and attended the repertory playhouse at the University of Washington until World War II called him into the Navy as a first-class petty officer.

He owned and operated "Frankie Boy Produce" company for 60 years, going to the warehouse three days a week in his later years. He actively participated in bowling, bocci and golf until the day he died. He was a lifetime member of Burien Elks and Renton Sons of Italy. Frank loved to laugh and make others laugh. He was old fashioned and he cherished Italian traditions.

He is survived by his loving wife, Babe (Vacca), of 61 years, whom he met at Angle Lake when dances were 5 cents; children Patty (Keith) Barber, Donna (Gary) Hansen and Frank Jr.; 10 grandchildren and spouses; five great-grandchildren; brother Mike (Shirley) Yellam; sister Theresa (Dick) Lytle; sisters-in-law Annie Yellam, Irene and Betty Vacca; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his brother John Yellam. He will be missed forever.

Funeral Mass was celebrated on Oct. 16 at St Francis of Assisi Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St, Francis of Assisi Parish or the Burien/Normandy Park Fire Department. Please sign the online memorial guestbook at www.bonneywatson.com