To protect the privacy of the family, the last name and details are excluded, but this shows a lot about Frank’s character and is the type of obituary that Long Memories really likes!

… departed this life peacefully on April 1, 2014, at home in the company of his loving family. He had just turned 64 on March 27, and will be greatly missed by all who had the good fortune to know him. He was born in Cleveland in 1950 to the late Frank and Wilma …, who taught him the virtues of his faith alongside his siblings Marilyn, Anita, and Tony. He took a liking to football, which would earn him … honors at … and a scholarship to the … where he co-captained the … team. He developed strong and lasting bonds with his teammates and Sigma Chi fraternity brothers, and it was at … where he met Linda, who would become the love of his life and his wife of 41 years. Alongside Linda, he raised sons, Mike and Brad, in Cincinnati for 30 years, before relocating to New Orleans with his company in the ..business. Frank exuded positive energy; his colorful voice was known by all. He never met a stranger. Whether with his family, neighbors, alumni groups, Church, the boys’ sports teams, or his many friends, he sought ways to make changes for the better. He thrived on building relationships, connecting with people, and serving them however he could. A humble man, Frank’s greatest fulfillment came from spending time with the people he loved, and from his faith in God. Amidst a long illness and right up to his last day, he was completely at peace with where God was leading him. Frank is survived by his wife Linda, sons Mike and Brad, siblings Marilyn (John McDermott), Anita (Neil Sika), and Tony (Janice). Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at …. Funeral services are set for … with visitation at 9:00 AM followed by words of remembrance at 10:30 AM and Mass at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at … following the funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations may be submitted to the …