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Frank Dove Obituary

Frank Dove, 77, passed away on May 8, 2011 after a long battle with cancer. Frank was born in Quitaque Tx On March 28, 1934. He was preceded in death by father Rollin Dove, mother Helen Keisling Dove, stepmother Mary Dove, brother Rollin Dove Jr., special Aunt Faye Smith, great-grandson Nathan Dove and stepdaughter Patricia Boswell. He is Survived by wife Jan Dove; brothers James Dove (Bobbi) and Rusty Dove; sister Vivian Olson; former wife Bonnie Bostick; children Terry Dove-Swall (Ron), Robert Dove Jr (Kathy), Kenny Dove (Alla), Laurie Dove Dykes (Greg); family friend Tana Schermerhorn Walker (Randy); stepchildren Beth Sullivan (Rick), Colleen Ealey, Melissa Corneau (Dana), Melonie Fanney (Chris); 19 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and many loving nieces and nephews. Frank graduated from Fabens High School in 1951. He started a 40 year career as a country musician at 20. After 15 years' employment with Standard Oil Co. he resumed playing music full time. Frank played with various bands in El Paso, co-owned The Red Barn and owned The Melody Ranch for 27 years. In 2002 Frank retired from singing due to cancer. Frank was a devout Miners and Cowboy fan. Visitation: Sunset Funeral Home, 9521 North Loop Dr., Friday, May 13, 4pm-9pm. Gathering of Remembrance: Sunset Funeral Home, Saturday, May 14, 10am-12pm. Graveside services: Evergreen East Cemetery, Saturday, May 14, 1PM. Pall Bearers: Micah Honea, Kenny Dove Jr., Jon Honea, Sean Dove, Greg Dykes, Ron Swall. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Americas. Please visit on-line register book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net

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Published by El Paso Times from May 12 to May 14, 2011.

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Donna/Randall Barnard

May 23, 2011

So Sorry we could not make the funeral, it sounded wonderful the way you described it to me. Hope all is well with you Jan, Know it will be hard without him, he will be missed

David Dove

May 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Jan and your family.I know how hard it is.

Bill (Burly) Radcliffe

May 13, 2011

I played Pedal Steel and Guitar for Daddy Frank for over 5 years at the Melody Ranch. Teacher, Mentor, Band Leader and a most honest and kindhearted human being and wonderful singer. I am what I am today in part because of Frank. Never a note will I play or sing that doesn't have some "Frank Dove" in it.

joshua kast

May 13, 2011

I didn't know Frank well, but was fortunate enough to meet him this past Thanks Giving. I enjoyed the time spent at his house getting to know him. I also got a chance to listen to his music, needless to say i was blown away! He had an amazing voice and talent with the guitar.I am sure he touched thousands of people with his music as he did me. He will truly be missed, and my thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and loved ones. GOD BLESS.

May 13, 2011

Laurie, Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you and your family. Love you, David and Jacque Foster (Henderson, NV)

Louise Dove

May 13, 2011

Frankie will always have a place in my heart as i think of all he and his brothers shared memories. love and prayers to the family.

Zoomer Roberts

May 13, 2011

I loved watching Frank and his band, and had the good fortune to be part of it for a while. He was a great guy and knew more songs than anybody. We'll all miss you, Frank.

Tim Marusich

May 12, 2011

Frank had a golden voice and a golden heart!

Dana Corneau

May 12, 2011

Deepest sympathies to his family and friends. In the hearts of those he touched, he will be missed but not forgotten. A great singer/musician with a kind heart & a pleasure to be around. And While we say goodbye to a good man, Heaven greets a great soul.

Tara Swall

May 12, 2011

Out thoughts are with all of you.

mark regalado

May 12, 2011

I had been had been watching him perform with his band. The Sundowners since the old days at Tom Bells when I was a college student. Later as a professor when the college had out of town guests I would take them to see him at The Melody Ranch. I would always say the George Jones was imitating him. What a Prolific musician and performer !! I am sure he is now playing "Faded Love" for our FATHER

May 12, 2011

Love you Laurie. You're in my thoughts and prayers. - Page

Joe and Pat Hogel

May 12, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers to you and yours. Never forget the Melody.

May 12, 2011

No one could sing "Lilacs and Fire" like he could. He gave a lot of joy to thousands.

Joel Brophy

May 12, 2011

Laurie,

Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family...

Laurie & Joel Brophy

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