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for FRANK MAFNAS
Jeff Atcio
July 12, 2010
I was Franks first assistant instructor at both Mira Mesa studios until they closed. We lost contact for a few years. but I loved him like a brother. He was a great martial artist, person and friend.
My prayers are with his family
robin robinson
January 25, 2010
Lisa,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Frank was a good man and loved you very much. I hope you find strength through your family and friends during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Robinson
vic h.
January 24, 2010
Teeka and Tanna,
I knew your father well, and he and I had planned to visit one another in the near future, as I live in Huntsville, AL. We go back to 1977, and yes I met him through the Martial Arts. He was a Great athlete and competitor. I saw him again last year and when I last visited San Diego, and as always he had a huge smile and just happy. He told me he was living in Kansas. I asked Frank, why do you now live in Kansas when all your friends are here in San Diego? He said, "because of my 2 daughters, I do not want to be far away from them...", I fully understood, no more to be said.
He truly loved you both.
My deepest condolences.
Vic H.
Douglas Arcidino
January 20, 2010
Teeka and Tanna I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a good friend. We started to spar together in 1980 and had some great times playing with pops and Joyce. I am so sorry. words cannot describe how sad I am to hear of this
John Zimmer
January 19, 2010
I am very sorry to hear about Frank's passing. I came up through the karate ranks with Frank. He was a great fighter, great humor, and always the kind of guy that watched out for his friends. I saw him in San Diego for a karate function in the last couple of years and he looked happy.
My deepest condolences to his family.
John W. Zimmer
Scott Kelley
January 19, 2010
I just received the news from JA. My deepest and sincere condolences go out to his family and all that knew him. JA and Frank were my best friends in High School. I was the new kid at school and Frank took me in. We played football and Karate together and you could always count on Frank to be uplifting and to keep everyone smiling.
Also as so often happens we lost touch after High School. We did meet a few times years later at his Studio in Mira Mesa and he still made me feel like we were good friends. The short time I knew him it was evident he was a man of integrity and determination and to this day I still tell stories of our High School days.
Lou M
January 18, 2010
I went to High School with Frank and I don't remember ever seeing him without a smile and that is how I will remember him.
He was a good hearted person and very fun to be around.
I was sad to hear the news and sad that I had not kept in touch....
God Bless ....
J A
January 17, 2010
My heart is very heavy right now. I knew your father very well. He went to Emerald Jr. High in El Cajon…That's where we met and we became good friends. While in Jr. High, we used to go watch all the Karate movies together and started taking Kung Fu lessons. I quit after a couple of years, but Frank was never a quitter and earned his black belt in one of the most prestigious Kenpo schools in San Diego. He was known and respected as one of the best black belts in San Diego. In high school Frank was an athlete, jokester and all around nice guy. He had friends throughout the full spectrum of student body. After high school we lost touch. I heard he opened a Karate School in Mira Mesa and that it was very successful.
I don't know why, but for some reason I googled his name this evening and came across this very sad news.
Know that your father made a difference and he will be deeply missed.
January 15, 2010
Frank was a wonderful man with a great since of humor and a big heart. He loved his daughters so much and never will be forgotten.(vICTORIA vEGA AND THE BATH AND Body works girls)
Victoria Vega
January 15, 2010
Frank was a wonderful man with a great since of humor and a big heart. He loved his daughters so much and never will be forgotten.( Love vICTORIA vEGA AND THE BATH AND Body works girls)
Cyrille Marc Schmid
January 15, 2010
Dear Teeka, Dear Tanna,
I have met your father Frank while I was a student in 1986 in San Diego. He was not only my karate teacher but also a very good friend. I got the news from John and frankly it was a shock to me.
My deep condoleances to both of you and the rest of your family and close friends.
Terri Bigham
January 15, 2010
Teeka, no words can express the sorrow you must be feeling right now, but please know that I am here for you. I didn't know your dad really but my memory of him was the smile he had that evening escorting you onto the football field when you were crowned Homecoming Queen, it actually brought tears to my eyes. I love you and please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Vernon Starr
January 15, 2010
Frankie J was good father he always spoke of his girls and their time togather.
I respected Frankie J for being his own person and always speaking his mind.
He will be missed...
May God be with you during this diffcult time.
The Nolan Family
January 15, 2010
So Sorry to hear about the loss. Love you Teeka and Tanna. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
PAM WENZEL
January 15, 2010
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF FRANK NAFNAS. TANNA AND TEEKA I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW YOU BOTH WERE VERY CLOSE TO YOUR DAD.
Sidonia Nolan
January 15, 2010
To our teacup, we are so sorry for your loss. We want you to know we are here if you need us. Your family is in our prayers. Love Danny,Sidonia,Alyssa & Vince Nolan
Jenny Rogers
January 15, 2010
Dear Teeka and Tanna,
My heart is with you and during this sad loss of one so irreplaceable, I hope you know that in time, the great memories of your Dad will replace the sadness. I love you, Jenny
Cheri LePage
January 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to Teeka and her family.
Cheri LePage (Jerad Meadows's aunt)
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