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CHARLOTTE FRANK Obituary
Died suddenly at home over Thanksgiving weekend. Family and friends deeply mourn the loss of this visionary leader, co-founder of The Transition Network, a national organization for women over 50 - for which she received an Ashoka Fellowship - and the Caring Collaborative. Known for her numerous interests, sharp intelligence, warmth, generosity, and pluck, she was formerly Director of Contracting and Procurement for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and COO of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Survived by brothers Harvey and Fred, sister Suzanne, and eight nieces and nephews. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Children's Defense Fund and Meals On Wheels. Memorial at later date.
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Michali Hyams
February 10, 2025
Charlotte was such an amazing woman. She was so much more than a neighbour. She was a mentor and a friend. She had so much time for me. SHe was always there to help me figure out what was coming next. last year I welcomed my daughter into the world. I decided to have her on my own and she is bright and funny and full of joy. In Charlottes honour, I named her Frankie. I wear Charlotte'r puzzle ring every day, and when the time comes, Frankie will wear it too. She will hear all about the wonderful woman she is named for and will know how much she meant to me. Charlotte is so missed but never forgotten xxx
Karen Kee
November 28, 2022
Hard to believe but now Brooke has joined you. You are missed, you are remembered and your impact continues. Love you dear Charlotte
Anna Hyams
November 29, 2021
Charlotte, a dear neighbor, we miss your wit and wisdom, visiting, hanging out in the hallway chatting for ages. You made an indelible impression on our daughter Michi for which we are so grateful. You will always be in our hearts.
Anna and Kevin
Karen M Kee & Brooke Trent
November 28, 2021
6 Years and we miss you and still ache when we reach for the phone or even drive past on 57th street. - At least after 6 years I can drive past your home, for years I couldn't do that. We are thankful your were in our separate and joined lives for we are richer and better for it, but oh how it hurts that you are gone.
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Laura Conroy
August 6, 2020
I met Charlotte working for the NYC Dept of General Services many years ago. Everyone that knew her, knew how beautifully she dressed and carried herself on a daily basis. She was full of energy, always acknowledging those of us blessed to have her at the helm. Constantly filled with ideas and creative ways to attack whatever was thrown into our laps. After a few months she called me into her office... asked me to sit, asked how my day was and said with a smile , “I was always the best dressed in this department now you came along and you are.” She made me feel special and her kind words meant a lot to me. She never knew how I admired her wardrobe and her complete dedication to her job. There would always be nights when she worked late in her office on one side of the Municipal Building and I on the other side and one of us would just pop our head in to say goodnight and see you tomorrow! I always dressed for business not knowing if there would be impromptu meeting or a friendly dinner with friends after work......
It’s 8/7/20, now living in Long Island and I literally just thought of her. Watching the news and whenever I heard of the Port Authority I knew we were in great hands and wondered how Charlotte was. I looked further and saw that she passed a few years ago. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Charlotte, you gave 110% of yourself at work. Now reading other condolences, I see how you continued to give 110% in everything you did in your life and how your kindness, intelligence and diligence left New York and this world a better place.
Thank you for everything you accomplished and everything you did to help others.
Karen Kee
November 28, 2019
4 years - and I still can't drive on 57th Street without wondering why you had to leave so early. Life's mysteries escape my limited wisdom of such things. I believe your soul is integrated into the universe of sentient beings bringing your balance and insight and caring into what humans tap into when they need guidance. I don't think you're watching over me all the time but I'm living my life as if you are still guiding me and continuing to be my mooring post. I can conjure you any time and I have to accept that is our new form on communication. Miss you so much dear Charlotte.
Karen Kee
December 7, 2015
For your 80th birthday this year you said you were "Going to do 80 Things, some little, some not so little" You were going to do them all within a year. You didn't get a year, you were short changed. But what you accomplished in your 80 years is so vastly extraordinary, you have left ample evidence that YOU WERE HERE. You started the Caring Collaborative and though it might be possible to count the lives you have touched, the lives you will touch in the future cannot be counted or known. What a legacy! YES CHARLOTTE, YOU WERE HERE and the thank you's will be said for generations to come. What a stunning life you led, Charlotte. We are left trying to imagine what else you would have given us.
Grace McCabe
December 7, 2015
Charlotte Frank started out smart, articulate and energetic. She got better and, unlike some people, got even better in her 70's. Charlotte and I travelled together to 7 or 8 European countries and many garden spots in the USA. As my eyes became worse, she would put out her slim little wrist and say, "Grab on" and I did. Thank you for the bright, lovely memories. Love, Grace Helen McCabe.
Doris Honig Guenter
December 7, 2015
Charlotte was my roommate at the University of Chicago. We shared many adventures and confidences. In 1958, we hitchhiked together through the small, young country of Israel. Over the years, we lost contact; but I often thought of her and missed her. I wish I could tell her this.
Wedding Anniversary 11/5/2012 at Whym
Brooke Trent
December 5, 2015
For 46 Years, Charlotte was in my life. From our days at the State & City human rights agencies and our move to DC to help Eleanor Norton run the EEOC through so many ups and downs in our personal lives. It is hard nay, impossible so far to think of her not in my life. But I will learn to be content with so many memories of such a good friend. Rest in Peace, CF.
YOUR TOAST TO BROOKE & ME AT OUR WEDDING
Karen Kee
December 5, 2015
Rest in Peace, Charlotte. I don't know how to comprehend a life without you, without your love, your wisdom, your insight, your creativity, your humor, and an endless list of adjectives that pale in their attempt to capture your essence. You've been a mooring post for me and the enormous hole in my heart and the emptiness in my being feels as if they will remain forever. I know the emptiness will fill up some and the hole will fill in some, but oh how life will never be the same without you. I'm staring into space right now, tears giving way to a smile as I consider the totality of one Charlotte Frank. You lived your life. You lived your life. You lived your life. Well done, Charlotte.
Nina Fry
December 4, 2015
Charlotte was a close friend to both of my parents before they were even together and for the past (almost) 50 years, she has been an honorary member of our family. She's been like a second mother to me since the death of my own mother several years ago. I absolutely adored her. She had such passion and drive and she inspired so many people to make a difference in the world and contribute in ways that help other people. She will be dearly missed.
Anna Hyams
December 4, 2015
Charlotte was our friend and neighbor these many years also mentor to our daughter. We will miss her terribly - meeting in the hallway and be still there chatting nearly an hour later! She was full of ideas and plans - taking carpe diem to heart. Yes we will miss her.
Kevin and Anna Hyams
Wendl Kornfeld
December 4, 2015
Charlotte's extraordinary vision and legacy will continue to grow through The Transition Network and the Caring Collaborative.
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