Memories of Mr. Frank Ratermann, Jr

In memory of

Mr. Frank Ratermann, Jr

New Orleans

March 5, 1953 - May 25, 2023

Mar 5, 1953 - May 25, 2023

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David Mac McDaniel

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Connie Ernst Brown

2021, New Orleans, LA, USA

WWII Sales Rereat

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Patty Ratermann

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Polly Moore

Dawn Delaney

Susan Barbé

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Connie Ernst

Frank joined us for our annual Sales retreat in December of 2021- it was at the WWII Museum, and he even ... Read more Frank joined us for our annual Sales retreat in December of 2021- it was at the WWII Museum, and he even dressed the part!! We... Read more Frank joined us for our annual Sales retreat in December... Read more

Polly Moore

2019

— with Giovanna Savorgnan and Constance Ernst Brown

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Patty Ratermann

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dawn Delaney

Susan Barbé

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Polly Moore

Long overdue drinks with Frank in 2019. Long overdue drinks with Frank in 2019. Long overdue drinks with Frank in 2019.

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Norman Robinson

Playing golf with Frank and then WDSU General manager Wayne Barnett at English Turn Country Club with Frank and Wayne laughing at my golf swing. I remember Frank teasing me by saying: “ You might be able to have a better outcome if you didn’t spend so much time dancing over the ball.” Lol

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Dana Palazzo

Joy Ratermann Kenny

Susan Barbé

David Bergeron

Frank was a great guy to go to Europe with. We visited World War II battlefields with the National WWII Museum. Our cadre of volunteers always loved having Patti join our group. Frank and his daughter fit right in with our fun and interest in the War. He will surely be missed on our next journey.

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Patty Ratermann

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

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Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Frank epitomized Will Rogers quote: "Never met a man I didn't like". Frank epitomized Will Rogers quote: "Never met a man I didn't like". Frank epitomized Will Rogers quote: "Never met a man... Read more

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Frank could sell a Frosty to an indigenous person living in Alaska. Always quick with a response and a smile,... Read more Frank could sell a Frosty to an indigenous person living in Alaska. Always quick with a response and a smile, if you had yet ... Read more Frank could sell a Frosty to an indigenous person living... Read more

Kelley Ancona

Frank was truly an icon at WDSU & I had the pleasure of working with him for 16 years, mostly as his assistant (also babysitting Patty). I will always treasure those years. He was such a generous man that I'm very grateful to have had in my life. I do remember one particular time, I was in a financial bind & having issues with my car, and Frank being the thoughtful person that he was, wanted to help me. He along with his sales team, contributed in helping me get a new transmission for my car. What a surprise that was, I’ll never forget it. That's the type of man he was. Frank, you will truly be missed, and will NEVER be forgotten. Love you always Frank!

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Patty Ratermann

Lee Sucherman

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Joy Ratermann Kenny

Polly Moore

Susan Barbé

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Joy Ratermann Kenny

It seems like yesterday you were babysitting for us. Thank you for everything you have done for him through... Read more It seems like yesterday you were babysitting for us. Thank you for everything you have done for him through the years.
Miss ... Read more It seems like yesterday you were babysitting for us.... Read more

Arnold Routson

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Joe Williamson

My condolences to you, Patty, and Frank's entire family! I went to Campion with Frank and greatly enjoyed his company whenever we were together! May he rest in peace!

Joe

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Alfred Cannon

Patty,

Condolence from the neighborhood. I will miss our conversations as I walked around the neighborhood as well as I am sure others will too. And all will miss the occasional glimpse of a WWII jeep cruising around. What a rare site.

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Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Patty Ratermann

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Patty Ratermann

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Polly Moore

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Polly Moore

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Joy Ratermann Kenny

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Patty Ratermann

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

Tom Czekanski

Lake Front Airport

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Susan Barbé

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Tom Czekanski

I think Frank picked up this jeep about 2007 or so. It was literally a basket case. That's because you collect... Read more I think Frank picked up this jeep about 2007 or so. It was literally a basket case. That's because you collect the parts in baskets... Read more I think Frank picked up this jeep about 2007 or so.... Read more

Bob Coughlan

Hi Patty-

We have known and admired your father since about 1970. He was a calm and loving man. A joy to be around. A good man.

Peace and warm regards to you, Frank.

Bob Coughlan

Campion 1972

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Patty Ratermann

Thurman "Dick" Ergenbright

Dana Palazzo

Norman Robinson

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Norman Robinson

Frank had a heart of gold; his generosity and thoughtfulness was infinite. I recall when the National World... Read more Frank had a heart of gold; his generosity and thoughtfulness was infinite. I recall when the National World War II Museum held... Read more Frank had a heart of gold; his generosity and thoughtfulness... Read more

Norman Robinson

Frank was instrumental in getting Vernon to New Orleans to take part in the parade. Frank was instrumental in getting Vernon to New Orleans to take part in the parade. Frank was instrumental in getting Vernon to New Orleans... Read more

Norman Robinson

Frank even flew to Idaho to visit Vernon on several occasions. They remained close friends until Vernon passed... Read more Frank even flew to Idaho to visit Vernon on several occasions. They remained close friends until Vernon passed away some years... Read more Frank even flew to Idaho to visit Vernon on several... Read more

Abbie Rathford

Had many great times with Frank (India) at Campion Jesuit High School. But none as memorable as the time we spent volunteering at the local Head Start program for a semester. While we were at an all boys college prep HS these kids were from circumstances far different than how I had grown up. Our hope to be helpful paled next to the enthusiasm and joy these children gave both Frank and I . We served breakfast, played, read books, and answered some great questions only young minds can conjure! Frank and I talked at length each time we worked at Head Start how lucky we were and Frank told me his experiences while overseas. So, while sequestered in a small Wisconsin town, privileged to be at an exclusive school, we both learned there were many who were not living our life. It's a lesson I think of often as will be my memories of "India". Never good bye, LATER!

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Myra McGlothin Guca

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Arnold Routson

We were at the first anniversary party or Omartini bar and welcomed a new kid in town, Coach Ditka. We were at the first anniversary party or Omartini bar and welcomed a new kid in town, Coach Ditka. We were at the first anniversary party or Omartini ... Read more

Arnold Routson

I took a long time to earn Frank‘s trust, but as all his friends will say, when he was your friend, he was... Read more I took a long time to earn Frank‘s trust, but as all his friends will say, when he was your friend, he was your friend. Ongetting... Read more I took a long time to earn Frank‘s trust, but as all... Read more

Polly Moore

Really? They went through your briefcase? Those were the days. An HR nightmare. Lol. Really? They went through your briefcase? Those were the days. An HR nightmare. Lol. Really? They went through your briefcase? Those were... Read more

Arnold Routson

Yep… It was the beginning of the end of the Wild West in the TV business. Yep… It was the beginning of the end of the Wild West in the TV business. Yep… It was the beginning of the end of the Wild West... Read more

Lee Sucherman

1996, 520 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA, USA

March 8, 1996. The last day in the WDSU French Quarter studios before the move to Howard Street — with Frank Ratermann

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Patty Ratermann

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Lee Sucherman

On that day, I pulled out my camcorder to record the comments of many staff members about their final day... Read more On that day, I pulled out my camcorder to record the comments of many staff members about their final day working in the French... Read more On that day, I pulled out my camcorder to record the... Read more

Myra McGlothin Guca

I was Frank's sales assistant at WTSP -- but aside from a shared fondness for egg salad sandwiches ("I'll buy, you fly") -- Dick Ergenbright's right. Some stories just can't be made public.

Perhaps my biggest take-away from those years was the way he made me feel (that) I was a key player. Not 'just' a secretary, Frank invited me to join the weekly sales meetings and solicited my opinion.

They don't make them like Frank anymore! .....but I feel darn fortunate to have shared those workdays with he and the Sales team.

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Patty Ratermann

Polly Moore

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Joy Ratermann Kenny

Dana Palazzo

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Joy Ratermann Kenny

Miss you Myra!
Thank you so much for all you did to marry us and your sincere friendship. You were always... Read more Miss you Myra!
Thank you so much for all you did to marry us and your sincere friendship. You were always there for him/us and... Read more Miss you Myra!
Thank you so much for all you did to... Read more

Myra McGlothin Guca

Thank you so much, Joy! You've no idea how often I've thought about you, and of course, Frank. (Some folks... Read more Thank you so much, Joy! You've no idea how often I've thought about you, and of course, Frank. (Some folks take up more room... Read more Thank you so much, Joy! You've no idea how often I've... Read more