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Robert FRANK Obituary
He was born in Newport News to the late Louis and Belle Shapiro Frank, and was also preceded in death by his brother, Jules.
He is survived by his four children, Jonathan Frank and his wife, Jan, Madeline Berger and her husband, Allan, Steven Frank, and Deborah Frank. He is also survived by his seven beloved grandchildren.
Dr. Frank earned two degrees from the University of Virginia, completed his internship in Boston, and finished his surgical residency on Long Island before returning home with his family to practice. Over more than 45 years, Dr. Frank improved the lives of thousands of patients throughout Hampton Roads.
He was happily married for more than 54 years to Romayne Leader Frank, who practiced law until her passing in 2003. Partnered with his wife, his children and his friends, Dr. Frank founded R&R Construction, a thriving business in real estate development. Dr. Frank led the firm as it constructed dozens of buildings from Oyster Point to J. Clyde Morris Boulevard, and in Hampton, James City County, and Isle of Wight.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 8300 Greensboro Drive, Suite 800, McLean, VA 22102 or a charity of your choice.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. in Rodef Sholom Temple with burial to follow in the Jewish Cemetery of the Virginia Peninsula.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert FRANK
Andra Pearce
January 16, 2010
Seeing Dr. Frank's picture brought back many fond memories. My father had many medical problems and I took him to quite a few office visits with Dr. Frank. Always the practical jokster, my father was always telling jokes or pulling pranks on everyone. However, Dr Frank pulled off the best-ever joke on Dad! My dad found it necessary to be circumcised (at about age 65). He asked Dr. Frank if this meant he would be Jewish afterward. Dr. Frank didn't say a word, but when my father woke up after surgery, he had a gold tassel tied around you know what!!
Grant Owens
January 6, 2010
I am very sad to hear of the passing of Dr. Frank. I truly enjoyed working with him years ago. He was so full of knowledge and vitality that he was a joy to get to know.
He always took interest in my kids, family, and personal life, not just the bussiness at hand. He was a true gentleman.
Carmen Taylor
January 4, 2010
To Allan, Madeline, Steven and Jonathan: I was so sorry to hear about Dr. Frank's passing. I always enjoyed working for R & R Construction and Dr. Frank was a very smart and kind man and he will be missed dearly.
January 3, 2010
To all the members of Dr. Franks' families. My heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father. It is hard to realize that his generation is passing on.
Sincerely,
Marilyn L. Peltz
Hal Gassman
January 2, 2010
It was an honor and privilege to have worked for such a great man. My thoughts go out to all his family for their loss. Keep your memories close to your heart.
Charles Flynn
January 2, 2010
Away last week. Bob was a kind and generous man and physician, and it was a real pleasure to work with him over the years.
December 30, 2009
Our sincere condolences to Madeline and Allan. It was a privilege to have known Dr. Frank. He will be missed. Best wishes to the family.
Joseph and Valsa Chemplavil
Nathan Frank
December 29, 2009
He was very nice. I will miss him.
Karen Myers
December 28, 2009
Dr. Frank was a fascinating man. It was a privilege to know him. I will miss his wonderful stories. My condolences to his family.
Jamie & Jamie Grant
December 28, 2009
Deborah & Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. If you need anything, please contact us and we will do whatever we can to help. Jamie & Joseph Grant
Angela Frank
December 28, 2009
I am so sorry that he past away. He was a smart and great man.
Scott Stolldorf
December 28, 2009
I consider Dr. Frank to be a good friend and sage businessman. Its hard to believe he is now gone. He will be missed. My condolences to the members of his family.
December 28, 2009
My heartfelt sympathy to all the family. I was priviledged to have worked for Dr. Frank for years in his many business ventures, and am sure he will be sorely missed. He was a brilliant man.
Sincerely, Toni Powell
Pat Stanley
December 27, 2009
To all of Dr.Franks Family and Friends: I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I had only known him for approx 4 months, from working at 1 LIFE FITNESS, he and his son would come in every night, and I would admire his get up and go for a man his age. We would talk often and he was a real genuine good hearted man. I will miss him very much, he really touched my heart in the brief period we knew each other. Your all in my prayers.
Tammy Wallman
December 27, 2009
All my love to the family. Dr. Frank was a brilliant hardworking man and will be missed.
Mitch Kirsner
December 27, 2009
My sincere regrets to the family.
Mitch Kirsner
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