Local Restaurant Opens on Easter to Honor Hospice Patient's Final Wish
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Tommy Milani, owner of Sub Delicious in Lockport, opened his restaurant on Easter to prepare food for hospice caregivers, fulfilling the final wish of Frank Ozimek. Frank Ozimek had spent six weeks in hospice care before passing away from cancer and had expressed a desire that his caregivers be fed on the holiday.
Facts First
- Frank Ozimek passed away from cancer after six weeks in hospice care
- His final wish was for his hospice caregivers to be fed on Easter
- Most restaurants in Lockport were closed for the holiday, complicating his brother Ken's efforts
- Tommy Milani opened Sub Delicious on Easter to prepare food for the entire hospice nursing staff
- Milani set aside his own holiday plans to fulfill the request
What Happened
Frank Ozimek passed away from cancer after spending six weeks in hospice care. Before his death, he expressed a wish that his hospice caregivers be fed on Easter. His brother, Ken Ozimek, contacted local restaurants to fulfill this wish, but most restaurants in town were closed for the holiday. Ken then contacted Tommy Milani, the owner of Sub Delicious, who opened his restaurant on Easter to prepare food for the entire nursing staff at the hospice facility.
Why this Matters to You
This story highlights how community members can directly support local healthcare workers, who often work through holidays. It demonstrates that personal gestures, facilitated by local businesses, can provide tangible recognition and care for those providing essential services. For you, it shows a model of responsiveness where a business owner's personal decision can address a specific community need.
What's Next
The act has been completed; the food was prepared and delivered. The story may serve as an example for other communities or businesses considering how to support caregivers during holidays.