Dr. Frank Harrison

Dr. Frank Harrison

Frank Harrison Obituary

Published by Dallas Morning News on Aug. 14, 2013.
Harrison, Dr. Frank Dr. Frank Harrison was born November 11, 1913 and passed away in Dallas, TX, on August 9, 2013. He was preceded in death by his spouse Elsie C. Harrison, his two children Susan and Frank Harrison, and his parents Dr. and Mrs. Frank Harrison. He is survived by his son, James Harrison; grandchildren Raquel and Genifer Harrison and Lindsay and Marjorie Clark; daughter-in-law Carmen Harrison-Riojas; son-in-law Tom Clark; brother Edward Harrison and numerous nieces and friends. Frank is also survived by his "special friend" of 25 years, Louise Spurgin, her children Laurie Thornton and Bob Spurgin and their families. The family wishes to thank the many friends, doctors, nurses and aides who provided care, kindness, and support. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the scholarship fund at UT Southwestern Medical Center P.O. Box 910888 Dallas, TX 75391-0888, in the name of Frank Harrison. A memorial service will be held at the Lover's Lane United Methodist Church on Friday, August 16, 2013 at 11:00 am.

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Jim and Elaine Wagener

September 6, 2013

Frank Harrison was a mentor and a friend. He was an amazing person. We are grateful to have known him. Jim and Elaine Wagener San Antonio, TX. UTHSC

August 19, 2013

Frank, I will cherish all the years that I served you and Louise at Dunstons. You always were so thoughtful and kind. I will miss seeing you, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. God bless you,
Martha Whatley

August 16, 2013

i have know the great man since i was 12 years old. he was always one of the kindest,honest helpfull friend and educator i ever knew.
john f. ahrns

Mary Crow

August 16, 2013

Dr. Harrison was one of the kindest and inspirational men that I have ever had the honor of meeting.

Jim Harrison

August 14, 2013

Dad was a university and medical educator who saw education as a prerequisite for most of what we do in life. You will be missed as my father.

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