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DAVID WILLIAM FRANK

1949 - 2017

DAVID WILLIAM FRANK obituary, 1949-2017, West Roxbury, MA

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DAVID FRANK Obituary

FRANK, David William 67, of West Roxbury, MA, died June 12, 2017, at Brigham and Women's Hospital, after a brief illness. Mr. Frank was a 1967 graduate of the Friends School of Baltimore and a member of Harvard College class of 1971. He earned a masters degree in education from Stanford University, along with other advanced certificates in music and acting. For twenty five years, he taught English and drama at the Roxbury Latin School, directing numerous plays and musicals, often in collaboration with Dana Hall and the Windsor School. As a serious amateur actor and musician for nearly three decades, he appeared in productions around the Boston area with the Vokes Players, the Boston Actors Theater, and Wheelock Family Theater. He also performed under the aegis of the Town of Salem, the Mass Bay Shakespeare Company, Sanford Maine Stage and Green Mountain Guild, among others. In retirement, he was deeply appreciated by many tutees. He was beloved by his nieces, nephew, and cousins. Frank is survived by his mother, Elizabeth K Frank of Baltimore, MD, and three sisters: Deborah A. Frank, of Brookline, MA, Julia B. Frank of Silver Spring, MD, and Emily F. Frank of Baltimore, MD. A memorial service is planned at a later date at the Roxbury Latin School. Memorial contributions may be made to WGBH, WBUR, the Grow Clinic, Dowling Ground, Boston Medical Center, 771 Albany Street, Boston Massachusetts 02118 or the charity of your choice..
Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 13 to Jun. 14, 2017.

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Diane Katzenberg Braun

June 18, 2017

I am saddened by this news of a Friends School classmate. We starred opposite each other in our 8th grade production of Annie Laurie. I would occasionally run into him around Boston. He was a fine person. I send consoling wishes to his mother and sisters.

June 18, 2017

I am saddened by this news of my Friends School classmate and send consoling wishes to his mother and sisters. We starred opposite each other in the 8th grade musical Annie Laurie. I occasionally ran into him in Boston. He was a fine person. Diane Katzenberg Braun

Daniel Mackay

June 17, 2017

Mr. Frank was a fresh, playful and erudite teacher and director. I appreciated the confidence I learned under his direction and the chance to be on stage at Roxbury Latin. It was always a treat to see him at class reunions, where his memories and thoughtful observations of our class and our subsequent pathways through the world continued to reflect the thoughtful kindness that was his touch.

My condolences to his family and fellow thespians.

Francis Campion

June 16, 2017

I would like to extend condolences to David's family from all his caregivers at HVMA. He was a pleasure to care for, always cheerful and good natured. He will be remembered as a wonderful teacher for those of us who had sons at RL.
Best Regards,
FX Campion, MD

Pete Munsey

June 15, 2017

I met David through his sister Emily and on the occasions when our paths crossed again, he was always engaging and engaged with people. Whether it was music or books or current events or the theater, he could talk intelligently about it, and in so doing. pass his obvious love for the subject onto you. This is the mark of a great teacher. I knew him as a good man.

My most heartfelt condolences to Emily, and her family, on the loss of your brother and son.

Andrea Just

June 14, 2017

Such sad news about a fellow Friends School graduate. Thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially Debbie, Julie, and Emily.

June 14, 2017

Dear Debbie:

We send our heartfelt condolences on the passing of David. Like his sister, David exemplifies the humanity and generosity we associate you and the Frank family. His long teaching career will be an enduring legacy of life well lived.

Wishing you comfort at this difficult moment.

Allen & Judith White

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June 14, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss and please know that God will heal you from the pain that you are feeling at this very difficult time. (Ps. 147:3)

Megan

June 13, 2017

David was a caring teacher that helped me and supported me when times were hard. I will remember David forever.

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