Its difficult to describe how much Frank meant to me and how important he was in my life.  I sat through his Bible teachings for over 25 years both in Sunday school and also in our small group which we hosted for a number of years.  To say he was a mentor would be an understatement.  He met with me, counseled me and taught me for months during a difficult time in my life.   He was a shining example of true Christian love.  He shared his hobby of RC planes with me and loved teaching me the about it.  Our children grew up knowing there was a person who cared about them and their parents could go to when they had questions or problems.   He was kind, gentle, generous, caring, funny, and skilled in so many areas.  If I could end my life being half the man he was, I would consider it a success.   When we visited Frank and Audrey in NC this past Spring, he was talking a lot about Heaven.  He discussed what he thought it would be like and how much he was looking forward to it.  If any man was ready for Heaven, it was clear that Frank was.  His confident expectation was inspiring.  He was still teaching.  I was blessed to have known him and called him my friend and brother.