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Franklyn Grower Obituary
Born in Rome on Feb. 25, 1930, he was a resident of Oneida for the past 51 years. He was a lifetime communicant, and married Joanne Elizabeth Patterelli on April 11, 1953 in St. Agatha's Church.
Following his graduation from Verona High School in 1947, Frank enlisted in the National Guard. He served as squad sergeant, heavy weapons platoon with Company G, 3rd Batallion (Infantry), re-designated as Company B, 108th Infantry, 27th Division.
Upon his discharge in 1948, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served in Germany and received several commendations as a senior installer cable man, United States Security Service from 1949-52.
Frank re-activated his service in 1953 as sergeant in Company B, 108th Infantry and was promoted to sergeant first class in 1954. As a tank commander, he assisted his unit's transition to armor-Company B, 208th Battalion, 27th Armor Division.
Upon his discharge in 1958, Frank became a patrolman with the Oneida Police Department. He completed FBI training in firearms instruction and was considered an expert marksman. He rose to the rank of sergeant in 1963, lieutenant in 1964, and captain in 1974. Frank received many commendations for excellence and bravery, served as acting chief of police from 1976-77, and retired in 1986.
Frank drove school bus for the Oneida City School District from 1970-94, and earned a record of 24 accident-free years. He was a life member of the Willard Prior Parent-Teachers Organization and served as its co-president.
Surviving besides his wife, Joanne, are three daughters and two sons-in-law, Nancy Fowler of Eaton, Kathleen and Ronald Millson of Clarksburg, W. Va. and Francine Grower-Selleck and Brent Selleck of Oneida; one son and daughter-in-law, Franklyn A. and Mary Ann Grower III of North Syracuse; 14 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 9:15 a.m. Tuesday (tomorrow) from the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, 260 Main St., Oneida and 10 a.m. from St. Agatha's Church, where the funeral Mass will be celebrated by the Rev. William Mesmer. Interment, with full military honors, will be made in St. Agatha's Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home 3-7 p.m. today. Contributions in his memory may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc., 4277 Middle Settlement Road, New Hartford, NY 13413.
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Memories and Condolences
for Franklyn Grower
August 14, 2015
(6/14/2014)
June 14, 2014
2 Years Since You Passed - (8/11/2013)
August 11, 2013
(8/12/2012) - Dad has been gone one year today. I still miss him SO very much.
August 12, 2012
(2/25/2012)
August 12, 2012
(6/17/2012) - 1st Father's Day without Dad
August 12, 2012
May 28, 2012
Family at his retirement
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(12/1963)
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Playing Santa for Pre K class
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W/ Son and his sons
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Hilary & Papa - Silly time in the kitchen
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W/ Granddaughter Hilary - She loves her Papa
May 28, 2012
Handsome wiseguy
May 28, 2012
The great fisherman lol
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At Alger Island
May 28, 2012
While serving in Germany
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Father's Day 2015 - (6/21/2015)
June 29, 2015
Francine
May 28, 2012
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nancy fowler
August 21, 2011
will be missed by everybody who knew him
tina dillman(Van Vorst
August 21, 2011
so sorry to hear about your loss, i rememeber Mr.Grower having his garden in my parents back yard and him bringing the best tomatoes to my mother.
Thomas Orr
August 20, 2011
SUPER MAN I really mean this in more ways than one. There are some of us family members know what I mean. Fond memories and lots of
laughs that's what made him a speical man. My prayers go out to all the family members. but To my Aunt Jo, may you feel my arms around to hold you tight and hear me say that I love you from the bottom of my heat.
Hilary Rounds (Grower)
August 18, 2011
I want to thank you all for the wonderful messages you have shared on here with our family. I am going to print and share these with my Grandma (Joanne). My Grandpa was a wonderful man and as hard as it is going to be to go on without him, I know that he is not suffering anymore.
Again, Thank you very much!!
August 18, 2011
Dear Joanne,
Very sorry to read of Frank's passing. Fond memories of you and Frank coming into Brigitte's - what stood out the most was how very much he loved and worried about you. Please take comfort in the fact that he no longer suffers and is with the lord.
Sincerely - Susan and Butch Candee
Paul Harrington
August 17, 2011
I knew Frank first from the National Guard in Oneida and when we went to tanks and deployed one summer to Fort Drum.He seemed to fit right in and as a recent enlistee I looked up to Frank.Knew him later as a fellow school bus driver. He always had a smile and will be missed. It was an honor knowing him. May peace be with the family.
Steve (Ode) Cramer
August 16, 2011
Frank,
I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
David McKenas
August 15, 2011
Kathleen--I remember you from grade school at Washington Ave. My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. Sincerely, David McKenas
Debbie Trotz
August 15, 2011
xoxo to all of you, my thoughts and prayers always. I am greatful to have spent a few moments with Frank on Friday that truely was a gift.
Debbie (Jordan) Trotz
ginger winn
August 15, 2011
I will miss all the veggies you gave to me and the kids thank you .. and you will be missed...
Valerie Burke Mierzwa
August 15, 2011
Joanne and Kathi:
I just saw this notice on my Oneida Dispatch Facebook link and was so sad to read it. As you well recall, I spent many, many, MANY hours at your house as the "fifth Grower." There was never a doubt in my mind that Frank and Joanne Grower were a couple madly in love with each other. I remember Frank's dry sense of humor, and I can still smell his pipe. I would love nothing more than to be with the Grower family at Frank's funeral Mass at St. Agatha's. Please know that my prayers will be united with yours.
August 15, 2011
Kathy, I'm sorry for your loss.
Gregory L. Riley, OHS '73 West Haven, CT
Charmie Helmer Baker
August 15, 2011
To the Grower family;
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. It is never easy to lose a loved one. Peace be with you.
Deborah Fromey Gates
August 15, 2011
To the Grower family : Mr Grower was a great man. He was like a second dad growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Betty Gardinier
August 15, 2011
Nancy I didn't know ur dad but I am sooo sorry. If u or Lisa need anything call me..
Annette ( Yeman ) Cimini
August 14, 2011
To All Of The Grower Family : My deepest sympathy. I'm so Sorry For your loss. My Prayers for you all. Frank Was a great man. And we were your neighbors. Frank is now setting along next to my Grandpa. in heaven Bud Yeman they were great friends and work partners at the Oneida Police Dept. I hope my Prayers for you find comfort in this time of need.
Andrew deLaubell
August 14, 2011
Joanne and family, im very sorry to hear about Frank's passing. You guys were wonderful neighbors for the 20+however many years we were neighbors.
Elinor and Art Broga
August 14, 2011
Joanne - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. El and Art
Marilyn Armlin
August 13, 2011
Sorry to hear this, Joanne. I remember him from the first time we met, at your wedding. :) My heart goes out to you and your family. Love, Marilyn
Eileen Tillinghast
August 13, 2011
Joanne and family...I am so sorry for your loss. Frank was a great neighbor, and tho I haven't see your family in years, my prayers are with you all....Eileen [Fromey] Tillinghast Gillett, PA
Mel Hutt
August 13, 2011
We remember Frank. He wa a good friend for many years. Used to have coffe with he and his wife at their house when i was their Insurance agent...Mel Hutt
Mary Rousseau
August 13, 2011
To The Grower Family * My deepest and sincere sympathy goes out to you all! Mr. Grower was one fine man and a true inspiration to many...........Keep your memories close to your heart during this most difficult time! Love you all
Ernie and Cristeen Benishek
August 12, 2011
Joanne I am sorry for your loss. Frank was a great man and will be missed. I am glad I had a chance to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with and your family
August 12, 2011
RIP. Frank will be missed.
Peggy & AJ Wood
Oneida PD Retired
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