Frank W. Harrison
Evansville, IN
Frank W. Harrison, 81, of Evansville, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at St. Mary's Medical Center.
Frank was born February 17, 1933 in Dugger, IN to John Clyde Harrison, who preceded him in death and surviving mother, Mary Ann (Molly) Harrison. He graduated from Union High School in 1951, attended Ball State University and graduated from Indiana Teachers College in 1962. Frank served 4 years in the Navy during the Korean Conflict.
Frank worked at the US Geological Survey, Addressograph in Terre Haute, IN and Royal Office Products in Evansville. He opened his own business, Electronic Duplicating Company in 1975. He expanded his company to Indianapolis and South Bend, IN. After some illness, he joined Tri State Addressing and worked there until present time.
Frank was a faithful member of Fairlawn United Methodist Church and had been a Lay Leader since 1965. He was the Emcee and a singer with the Men of C.O.LO.R. since 1997, the group was like a second family to him.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years, Laverna (Kopp) Harrison; daughters, Jeanine Smith and Donna Rene Agerton; mother, Mary Ann (Molly) Gilbert; step-sister, Joyce Povolock (Roger); step-brother, Jay D. Gilbert (Dottie); step-children, Diane Burkhart, Kenneth Burkhart and Donna Burkhart Feury; grandchildren, Nick, Derek, Jenika, Chris, Sarah, Ben and Katie; step-grandchildren, Emily, Eric, William, Evan, Alex and Adam; great-grandchildren, Hayden, Maleah, Madalynn, McKenzie, Carsen and Kylen; cousins and numerous 2nd and 3rd cousins.
Frank never met a stranger. He always had a great outlook on life. He was a most giving person and he would do anything for anybody. He was a Christian in every sense of the word and treated people as he wanted to be treated. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
You knew when Frank came into a room. He never met a stranger and would give them the shirt off his back. He will be remembered by everyone he met. He was a kind gentle and honest man. Frank will be greatly missed!
Funeral Services will be held at 2 pm, Thursday, April 3, 2014 at Fairlawn United Methodist Church, 2001 S. Parker Dr., Evansville with Reverend Randy Owens and Reverend Randy Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call from 10 am until 2 pm, Thursday, at the church. Boone Funeral Home East Chapel, 5330 Washington Ave. is handling arrangements.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Fairlawn United Methodist Church, 2001 S. Parker Dr., Evansville, IN 47714.
Condolences may be made to the family online at boonefuneralhome.net
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Laverna,
It has been a long time for me since my days from Fairlawn but I have not forgotten those times in choir with you and Frank. I can see his smile now. God bless you and your family.
Carole Seibert
Carole Seibert
April 11, 2014
To LaVerna, Ms. Molly & the Rest of the Family. You are ALL in our thoughts and Prayers. Bro. Frank leaves A void that cannot be filled. He will be missed forever. May GOD continue to
be with the Family Always!
Harvey & Shirley Purcell
Harvey Purcell
April 3, 2014
LaVerna, not words can express my deep sorrow for your loss. Frank was a wonderful Christian man that will be greatly missed! Please know you and your family are in my prayers. May God wrap you in his loving arms and gie you comfort. Love, Debbie
Debbie Buttry
April 3, 2014
So sorry Laverna. Will try to make it tomorrow, but my Bro-in=law having surgery tomorrow, so I don't know. Will keep u and your family in my prayers.
Carol Armstrong
April 2, 2014
Dearest Jeanine & Donna Rene, from your long ago neighbor on Crystal Court, "Jody Miller" Stephens. Bless you during this difficult time. I will always remember your Dad as such a kind & gentle man with a sweet smile. He always threw his hand, high in the air to wave greetings to his neighbors as we came & went. Again, bless you all & know that I am thinking of you & remember your Dad fondly. Love, peace & prayers, ~Jody
April 2, 2014
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