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Blanche Cribbs
September 23, 2022
15 long years! You have missed so much and we have missed having you to share our lives. You would have been so proud of our children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren! I pray that peace surrounds you.
Blanche Cribbs
October 25, 2007
This will be the last entry for the memory book. Today it will have been 30 days that Frank left us here. I pray that he knew how very much I loved him and how difficult it will be for me to go on without him. He was my best friend as well as my Husband (and "MSP"). He was a buddy and a pal as well as Father to every one of our children and they loved him unconditionally. May he rest peacefully until we meet again.
Ann Long-Webb
October 8, 2007
Dearest Blanche and Family...our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you at this extreme sad time. For us, his friends/classmates we are still in a shock and numbness...cannot imagine the depth of emptiness you all are feeling. We were so privileged to have Frankie in our lives. He touched countless, countless folk and even their families. What a legacy he left as we read all the memories and expressions of love and admiration. Douglas, Jan, and I could not have complimented Frankie enough on the Web site he created for the class and reunion. He did such a fantastic and awesome job. We will always remember and talk about our WebMaster. Our Lord and Savior blessed us all by having Frankie Cribbs in our lives. The world has been made a better place by having Frankie in it. Our continued prayers will be with you in days ahead. Take care.
Lovinglyl
Douglas & Ann (Long)Webb
Jan Long Bartell
Leslie McDowell
October 6, 2007
Dear Blanche; Our hearts hurt. Frank was a fun, friendly, big bear of a man. We feel lucky to have met him and you at your home in Murphy a few years ago. His generosity at giving us one of his prized Gator Santas was so touching, and each year, there he is! Frank, Bob and Hank carried on some interesting e-mail 'conversations' and Bob will especially miss him. Please take some comfort in the fact that everyone who was touched in some way by Frank during his life are thinking of you at this time.
Nancy Pace Ford
October 4, 2007
Blanche and family:
At our Picadilly dinner Tuesday night it seemed like we all were waiting for Frankie to walk in the room and command us to smile and give us a hug. I will never forget the 40th reunion and all of his excitement the whole weekend! Thanks for sharing him with the great Ribault Class of 67. Go Trojans
Sarita Taylor
October 4, 2007
I thank God every day for the blessing of a big brother like Frank. He will always be an inspiration to me and it does my heart good to know that so many others feel the same way. Treasured are the many memories I have to hold on to. Always loved, Always missed, Always remembered. My Bubba.
Jimmie and Christa Duncan(Sandra's mother and step-dad)
October 4, 2007
Christa and I met Frank one year ago at Scott and Sandra's wedding in Utah. Instantly, we felt we had know him for years. He touched us right away with his friendliness and good spirit. It was a pleasure to be in Frank's company. We had remained in contact throughout the last year. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We will miss him dearly.
Scott, my thoughts are especially with you in this very difficult time.
Blanche Cribbs
October 3, 2007
I have added some photos to the guest book last night. We are doing ok somehow.
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TJ Bordigon
October 2, 2007
On a dreamer's throne
who pushed for reality
we were blind to his mortality
We all knew he was Superman
able to beat
any sort of feat
If you were depressed
he was there
not incapable to care
When kryptonite struck
no one was tear-less
but their he was, strong and fearless
Though he lives through us
we will never stop the fuss
This world had a hero
Now we are left with zero
Susan Harper
October 2, 2007
Bubba was the most wonderful friend you could hope to have. His sense of humor and love of life filled all of us blessed to know him. He was probably the biggest Gator fan in the Gator-nation. And he always called me (an Auburn grad) as soon as the game was over when they beat us (I did the same!). Football season and my life will not be the same without our beloved "Bubba" around.
Judy Sontag
October 2, 2007
Blanche and family:
My heart goes out to you and the entire family, just remember the smiles, love and joy Frankie always brought to others. He was truly a "one in a million" kind of guy. We all have such good memories of him and as the years go by without him, we will always think of him with a smile on our face and love in our hearts.
I could not have done the reunion without him, he was such an inspiration in everything he did and touched. My granddaughter's still talk about what a nice man "Frankie" was....he made them laugh and welcomed them as a part of our class that weekend.
I still cannot believe he called me for the third time that day at 3:08 pm, just a few hours before his accident. We were working out details to suprise his father for a Bahamas cruise in January. He was so happy and so excited about the possibility of taking his father on this trip and what a suprise it would be for him.
Frankie was a good man, always thinking of the other person, a man that will always be remembered with a smile.....we will miss you!
Judy Sontag
Go Trojans!!!!!
Catherine Rambach Gissendaner
September 30, 2007
I was very saddened to hear of Frankie's passing and regret that I did not keep in touch over the years and know him as a man. I enjoyed him as Ribault's Webmaster, viewed the pictures on the site and read the humorous stories he wrote about classmates and just chuckled out loud. I am so very sorry for your loss. May his wonderful memory sustain you all.
Charlene Catlett
September 30, 2007
To Blanche and all of Frank's beloved family: I want to express my sincere condolences to you with the loss of your very special Frank.
Frank and I became friends working together almost daily for over a year via email and phone as well as a few visits to my home to work on the 40th class reunion. As a concerned friend, I always gave advice even if he did not like it on ways to help take care of himself. Therefore, Frank always referred to me as Mom Charlene. I will forever miss Frank and his friendship. May you continue to have the strength and courage to live your daily lives with the wonderful memories of your beloved Frank.
Sincerely,
Charlene Barrow Catlett(Mom Charlene)
james canady
September 30, 2007
deepest sympathy to the cribbs family, frank will be rememberd as the greatest trojan of the class of 1967 because of his personal efforts to hold us all together. he will be missed by the entire class. job well done frank. we will miss you.
Mary Jo Kimbrough-Trenkler
September 30, 2007
My condolences to the entire Cribbs family. Frankie was a special person who brought his high school class members together again. He was OUR biggest fan. May we continue on in the spirit that Frankie ignited in all of us.
Mary Jo ( Metts) Jeffers
September 30, 2007
I thank God every day for us having a friend like Frank I know he will be missed but now he is in a beautiful place and he is watching over his family he is a special Angel our prayers are with his family.
Larry Nelson
September 29, 2007
Blanche and Family: We send to you and your family understanding thoughts and prayers at Franks passing away into Heaven. You know better than anyone how close Frank was to Jerry and I living across the street from each other and being in the same Military unit. I still remember the song on Franks radio as he took Jerry and I to the airport for basic training. The song was by Peter, Paul and Mary (I'm leaving on a Jet Plane, dont't know when I'll be back again) with hilarious laughter. The war stories you have heard from the old beat up car that would not run (thanks for Doyle and his patience) to the Ribault Jetties activities. True friendship has always lasted between us now and forever into the future. Blanche: Your phone call to Carolyn and I will be cherished and valued forever. Gods strength be with you and all the family at this difficult time. Love, Larry and Carolyn Nelson
Mavis Voss
September 29, 2007
Dear Blanche, and Family
My heart aches for you and yours. May all the precious memories help to make up for the many lonely days that you will experience. Please know that God will help you through this.
I loved getting emails from him. In fact just recieved a couple which I opened on the 24th. He and I agreed we did not agree politically, but that was fine.
I wish his Grandmother Ola could have lived to spend more time with him. He was the only Grandson she had and she truly loved Bobbie. All of the Jacobs sisters(his Aunts) are dead. the last one has been gone appoximately one year. Right now I'll bet Aunt Cleo & Aunt Juanita are saying to Frankie, " Ain't we living" while my Mother, Mary is telling them to behave. This gives you a hint as to where he got some of his laughter at life.
He had a special life, and was truly loved. This will help with God's Caring Love. I miss him already.I pray for Gods Grace on everyone. Love, Mavis
Lynn Thigpen-Roberson
September 29, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.
Betsy Trimble
September 29, 2007
Blanche, Family, Friends and Classmates:
Today, as you all gather to memorialize Frankie, may God comfort us all as we go through the motions of everyday life after this tragedy.
Frankie and I had a funny e-mail exchange on Monday that I've shared with a few classmates - he was one funny guy and will be sorely missed.
It is said that "time heals all wounds," and in time, the sorry will be replaced with wonderful memories we shared with Frankie. My earliest memory is going with him to the 6th Grade School Patrol Boy Dance. I had mentioned to Frankie once that my dress was yellow (favorite color then). So, at our 40th, I asked him what color it was - he said "yellow!" Of course, he didn't remember it from long ago, but it sounded good! HA!
I remember his kindness to my Son, William (my Marine) - he gave me a mouse pad and a red/white/blue frame @ our 40th Reunion. My Son just called from Kuwait as I was writing this and he asked what was wrong, as he could tell I was upset. He wanted me to express his condolences to the Family. Frankie was going to e-mail him, but William said he hasn't been able to access some of his mail, so we're not sure if he did or not! Anyway, he was quite the Patriot and I thank him for that!
Frankie - we'll miss you man! Till we meet again!
Betsy (Parks)
Wayne Parmer
September 29, 2007
Blanche & Family -
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Frank will be missed.
With Love -
Cousin Wayne
Kathy Wells
September 29, 2007
Blanche and family, I was so saddened to hear of Frankie's passing. I have thought alot in the last couple of days of the summers spent with the family in Jacksonville and all the fun times we had. It was so good to see him at Uncle Doyle's party and then again in April. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Know he will be so missed, but know that brighter days are ahead and the days are brighter already for our Frankie. We love you all. Cousin Kathy
lorry billups
September 29, 2007
Blanche and family,
We are all so sorrowed about the loss of our cousin, he was a wonderful person and so full of life. I'll never forget the joker hat that he wore at Uncle Doyles birthday party and the shirt that said "if I knew I was going to live this long I would've taken better care of myself." He was always such a fun guy. Frank, you will be soooo greatly missed by all of us. Bet you have a front seat for the game tonight against
Auburn.....GO GATORS!!!!!!
We love you and miss you.
Cousin Lorry
Ribault Class of 66
September 29, 2007
To Blanche and Children,
Frank was was wonderful, loving man who always made a smile come to your face. Our hearts and prayers are for you now. Frankie was a Trojan that loved his classmates with all of his heart. He will be missed so much.
Ribault Class of 66
Linda Drury Drewery
September 28, 2007
Blanche, Donna, Debbie, Doyle, Alan, Sarita and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Isn't it just like Frankie to lead the way? He always found happiness and joy in the Lord. Through all of his sickness, poor health, and near death experiences, he was singing God's praises. Thus, Frankie created the prayer list on our class web-site. He was always thinking of others. Blanche, you were Frankie's angel. He loved you and his family dearly. He's in heaven now leading the way for all of you! May all of you feel God's loving arms wrapped around you and feel the comfort of his love.
Melinda Burnett
September 28, 2007
Uncle Frank I will always remember you. Whenever he would come to visit it was always so much fun, he always had the best stories and most interesting stories to share. He took me to my first Gator game for my birthday. He was such an awesome person and obviously very loved and cared about. Everytime I watch a football game, i'll think of you. I love you Uncle Frank.
Blanche Cribbs
September 28, 2007
To each and everyone that has taken the time and effort to pay tribute to my beloved Frank, I want to say how overwhelmed with the love and concern that has been expressed for him and for us. I always knew that he was a special person and I will miss him with all my being. We are, and will be, remembering all the wonderful years we have shared and anyone witnessing the merriment that comes in the recounting may fail to find the humor appropriate. Please think about the joy he brought to our lives. We are struggling to go on without him.
We came so close to losing him at previous times that we thought we had recovered him for many years to come.
Thank you for your prayers and all the wonderful things you are sharing with us. I know Frank would want me to say "Go Gators!"
Cody Burnett
September 28, 2007
Uncle Frank was more than an uncle, he was a best friend, a best friend that I was glad to have. I remember two years back he was standing in the bathroom at papa's house and as combed his hair back he said "Man i'm lookin' better everyday" shortly after that he would say "I cant wait til tomorrow to see how good i look" he always seemed to make you smile no matter what. i dont think there was a bigger gater fan then him. i love him very much and will always remember him that day in the bathroom and all the other good times. I love you ucnle frank, and always will remember you.
alice curry-gray
September 28, 2007
The many guest book entries so far speak volumes for Frankie......WOW
THANK you for allowing me to revisit some of my old friends and family, if not only in reading their words.........
Lee Baggett
September 28, 2007
Dear Blanche, Doyle, Allen, Sarita, and all the loved ones of Frankie,
Linda and I send our love and sincere simpathy at this tragic time. We see each other so rarely, but our thoughts are with you all. Frankie and I were email buddies and kept up with our Gators regularly and sent each other things almost daily. I will miss him very much as will all of you.
Blessings on you all and our love to you.
Haley Taylor
September 28, 2007
Uncle Frank I will miss you a lot. You have taught me a lot of things I will always remember. You will always be my favorite Gator fan! I love you and will never forget you.
Gerald Kiesow
September 28, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debbie McBride
September 28, 2007
On behalf of the Ed Gandy and Margie Gandy Family of Yulee, and myself friend and classmate always I express my love and empathies to the family. Having lost my Father (Ed) recently, Frankie was there to express love and warmth along with dignity. I'm sorry for the loss that will touch many many hearts.
Debbie "Gandy" McBride
Eloise Spatafora-Beyerle
September 28, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Frank's family. My prayers will be with you during this terrible time.
Darlene Friend
September 28, 2007
Blanche, Frank Jr. and family; Frankie became my brother while working with him on the Ribault Reunion Committee. His personality filled a room when he entered. It's hard to imagine that I can't pick up the phone and call him. He had such a postive empact on so many people and our tears and sadness is felt across the country. Thank you Frankie for being my friend. The emptiness in my heart will be filled with many wonderful memories.
The Class of '68 and the Class of '70 Ribault High School
September 28, 2007
From the Classes of '68 and '70 - Our prayers and sympathies are with Frank's family, classmates and large circle of friends. He was a great friend to all and there is no doubt will be missed. Thanks Frank for being the link for all Trojans to continue this journey connected. RIP
In sympathy -
Delaina Daniel
September 28, 2007
Amber,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. If you need anything please let me know. My prayers are with you.
Eddie Dedmon
September 28, 2007
My heart and prayers go out to Frankie's family, loved ones and friends. We've all heard the old saying that "The good ones go first", well obviously that is true, Frankie was the best. Frankie will be missed by all of us classmates but our love and respect for him will live on.
Mary "Wise" Edgy
September 28, 2007
Prayers and love go out to all of you...He was a great man...may all your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort at this time..
DANA CRIBBS-PUERTO
September 28, 2007
Blanche & family, I am very sad to hear of Frankie's death. When he spoke of his children he never mentioned stepchildren, they were all loved and the same in his eyes. Blanche he told me you saved his life more than one time and he loved you very much and was thankful that you were his rock. He was lucky to have the loving family you created.
I will miss him very much and will pray for all of you as I know that this is a most difficult time...time heals most things, so, I hope that the time will come soon when your pain lessons and you remember all of your good times and smile. Be comforted by the fact that you will be reunited with him again in heaven.
I AM NOT THERE:
Do not stand by my grave and weep
For I am not there.
I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am diamonds that glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning hush
I am the swift uplifting rush of butterflies in joyous flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there.
I did not die.
Frankie...........I will always miss you.
Tom Brunofsky
September 28, 2007
Dearest Friend and fellow Trojan,
It is hard to say goodbye to one that was the best of all of us. Your work in bringing us together will long be remembered. As I show my photos to my kids I will take great pride in pointing out the guy that stepped up when we needed a leader to bring us together. Goodbye, my friend, I will never forget you.
Ellen Outlaw Cannon
September 28, 2007
I am so sad by the loss of such a special person. He will be missed by all the lives he touched, may it be through his family, the web for our class, or daily living.
Mary Lee Walker Shipley
September 28, 2007
To the Cribbs Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss. Frank will be remembered for so may things but especially for bringing us all back together again after so many years with his web page. For that we will forever be grateful.
God Bless You All
Mary Lee Walker Shipley
Frances Hanson-Grow (Stewart)
September 28, 2007
Blanche, the rest of Frankie's family, and his many, many friends,
My heart goes out to all of you.
When I received the news tears came to my eyes. I thought about seeing Frankie (and he'll always be Frankie to me) at our 40th reunion - sharing memories, jokes, and laughter - and a smile replaced the tears. Frankie could always make me smile.
We'll all miss him. But we'll never forget him.
Stefanie Kirkland
September 28, 2007
Before John would visit Amber, Ashley and TJ in California, all I would hear in the household is; "P-Paw is coming, P-Paw is coming". His arrival was always a "grand" event. He would arrive and give everyone a huge hug and then play with his grandchildren. I have many memories, but I just wanted to take a moment to thank him for always making me feel like one of his daughters. Thank you John for making me feel special and sharing your laughter and quick wit me. I will always keep you in my heart and spirit.
Joan Kilpatrick-Stallworth
September 28, 2007
MY thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Frankie was such a dear man and a wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed.
Rhett Reeves
September 28, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Lord
September 28, 2007
Dear Blanche & Family
My heart felt condolences and prayers go out to each of you. Frank was a great and very caring person and will be missed by everyone tremendously. I will always remember him and his great outgoing personality.
Ribault Class of 67
John Hasbrouck
September 28, 2007
I will remember you as the wonderful and caring man that you are. Thanks for all of the things you did for our Class of 67. You will never be forgotten.
Susan Crause Spalding
September 28, 2007
Dear Blanche, Family and Friends: My love and prayers are with all of you. Frank kept the spirit of the Class of '67 strong, and encouraged us to remember and pray for each other. We will miss him.
Amber Trainor
September 28, 2007
Daddy-O,
I miss you and love you so much.
Amber
Linda Raines Harrell
September 28, 2007
To my best friend and classmate I will miss you so. You will always be remembered as an inspiration to the class of '67. The spirit you had for our class and the way you brought us all together we will never forget. "GO TROJANS"
Blanche and family my heart goes out at this time and in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
Alan Jones
September 28, 2007
There are no words to express how sadened I am at the passing of our beloved WebMaster of Disaster and classmate. Frank did so much for all of us to bring us all back together after so many years and to keep us all together via his beloved web page. There are so many fond memories from high school and reunions to remember of him.
Our hearts and love go out to all of his family both by birth and association. I am so thankful to have known Frank and been blessed by his friendship..........we all are and I know he will be looking down on all of us until we are all together again.
Friends,brothers, and Trojans forever. Rest in Peace.
Allen, Pam,Melinda & Cody Burnett
September 28, 2007
Frank, you are love and will be missed more than you will ever know.
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