Frank E. Emma, 68, of Salem, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Friday, January 28, 2022.  He was born on December 5, 1953, to Pasquale and Alice Emma in Melrose.

Frank attended Essex Agricultural School and served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.  After returning, he worked for many years as a cook at Stefy's Super Seven, then as a chef at the River Street Grill in Beverly, until his retirement. He also loved doing auto repair work, painting, and mechanical work with his good friend, Paul Stunzi. Frank's family was the most important part of his life.  Most nights you could find him fishing with his children and grandson off of the docks near the Beverly Port Marina. In his younger years he was involved with the America Wrestling Association and trained at the Killer Kowalski Wrestling School in Malden.

Frank was the beloved husband of Donna (Enquist) Emma.  Frank was the loving father of four children, Crystal Emma of Salem, Angela, Ashley, and Jillian Emma, all of Beverly.  He was a devoted grandfather to his only grandson and pride and joy, Evan Hook.  He was the caring brother of Catherine Mitchell of Salem, Donna Rose of Manchester, NH, Joseph Emma of Huntington Beach, CA, and Salvatore Emma of Taunton. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his parents Pasquale and Alice Emma, and his sister, Patricia Stephanides all of Saugus.