Frank and Audrey  made friends with Cindi and I when we first began attending Bethlehem Church after we became Jesus followers.  They essentially discipled us without announcing it or even telling us - they just loved on us and did it.  We were part of the Life Group Frank taught which eventually moved to our home until work moved us to S. New Jersey.

Then Frank began to disciple me into teaching.  for about 5 years we team taught "Dynamic Christianity" at Bethlehem church which essentially discipled new believers, and others in their walk with Christ.

Most of all Frank was a best friend and brother I could share anything with, and who was always a source of great encouragement as I trust we were to him and Audrey.

Thank you Lord for bringing this faithful man and woman  into our lives.

Hebrews 6:10

Frank was my fly instructor.

When he saw I had an interest on aviation he offered to teach me how to fly planes on his Cessna 150F (code name red cessna)..

The only request he had for me was that I had to pay for the fuel, I think he just needed some one to pay for the fuel so he can have fly time without expending a pennie :), just kidding.

He was so patient with me and he was always giving me praises to build my confidence and make me loosen up when he was teaching how to fly.

He taught me so much about planes and aviation and about other things in life and for that I will always be graceful.

He was just like another copy of my father who was alway a great teacher and perhaps that's why I had so much admiration and respect for Frank.

I know that he will continue been Frank in heaven and I know he is at peace now.

He will be missed forever!

 I did not grow up around my aunt and uncle and rarely saw them. When we would make a 1600 mile trip to Prince Edward Island, my dad would stop in New Jersey to visit uncle Frank and aunt Audrey. I was young but my fondest memory of uncle Frank was that he was funny and loved working with his hands. I can picture him in his workshop at their home in New Jersey. He had a twinkle in his eye when someone would take interest in what he was doing. It was always a quick visit before we got back on the road but one that I loved. It wasn’t until Two years ago, when my husband and I purchased a home just a half hour from Ginia that I was able to get to know uncle Frank and then Audrey better. He showed me his new workshop and even made some Japanese clogs for my first grade classroom. During our visits, we laughed a lot. A Funny: As I was leaving from a visit not too long ago I said to uncle Frank and Aunt Audrey "Now I'm heading out, you two behave." Aunt Audrey said, "Now what do you mean by behave?" with a twinkle in her eye. Uncle Frank said, "I have it all defined and when she leaves, I will spell it all out for you."

 I already miss him!

Frank loved to laugh, and the sound of his laughter rings in my memory when I think of him.  Your dad always looked for what was good and even amusing in situations, and he taught me a lot about resiliency. He taught me that while life can be difficult, it is also filled with moments that can make us laugh, if we are willing to refocus. More than anything, Frank taught me that it's going to be OK, that what really matters is that we navigate the hard days together, and that no matter what, God loves us and will see us through.

I remember a visit to your dad's hanger in central Jersey with my then elementary-age daughters and a number of their friends. He happily showed us his planes and then took each one of those kids up for a flight so they could experience life from the inside of a small cockpit.  I lost count of the times Frank took off and landed that day, but his smile never faded as he excitedly asked the next kid if they were ready for their turn. I'm sure Frank was glad when the last flight ended, but he never let it show.  He wanted every child to experience the joy of flying up into the clouds. At the end of the day, he helped Audrey into the cockpit and they took off for one final ride.  It was such a sweet and beautiful moment - Frank doing what he loved and Audrey happily going along, as best as she could.

Frank lived out what he taught - loving people well, loving God with all his heart, and doing all he could to make this world a wonderful place to live.

Audrey, Ginia & Simeon,  Reading your tribute about Frank made me realize that I missed so much; however, I feel so very blessed to have gotten to know Frank as much as I did. Quick wit, for sure, caring mostly for Audrey, over the top! I will never regret offering in a pinch to clean their apartment at your home. It took me so long each time because I just had to stop and visit with Frank and Audrey. Their love for each other was such an inspiration and even though I thought I would only clean once it became such a blessing to be able to visit and share with each other. Many prayers for you three during this time of grief.  

Charlotte ("Charlotta" as Audrey affectionately calls me)