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Frank Lopez Obituary

Frank Manuel Lopez Of Fairfax passed away unexpectedly February 10, 2006. Born February 18, 1940 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Grew up in Hollywood, CA. Longtime Marin County resident. Retired air traffic controller, and former partner of Marin Sports and Imports Automotive, San Rafael. Frank loved family, the 49ers, red wine and was an avid reader. He was a fabulous husband, had a heart of gold, quick wit, generous and loving nature. He was our rock. As Frank would often say, "Don't sweat the small stuff... it's all small stuff." Frank will always be remembered in a Hawaiian shirt and Levis. Survived by his wife Kayleen Lopez; daughters, Anna Bainbridge (Steven), Aimee Lopez; granddaughter, Nora Bainbridge; stepdaughters, Brooke Pascoe, Courtney Parque (Gabriel); siblings, May Lopez (deceased), Raymond Lopez (Betty) (both deceased), Gloria Lopez, Nina Sabo; nephews and nieces, Raymond Jr. (Tanya), Rob and Rick (Patti) Lopez, Evelyn (deceased) and Gloria Bernardini, Yvonne McCann (Mac), Sonia (Vincente), Sandra and Stephanie Sabo; godchildren, Sandra Sabo, Yvette Marie and Stefani Lopez; mother-in-law, Julia Hooper; brother-in-law, Keith Hooper; numerous grandnieces and nephews; and best friend Ken Solvason. Here's looking at you kid, one last glass of Frankendon. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Anselm Church, 97 Shady Lane, San Anselmo on Thurs, Feb. 16, 2006, 10 A.M. In lieu of flowers, those who wish are asked to make donations to the Marin County Free Library, Library Administration, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 414, San Rafael, CA 94903. Keaton's Mortuary 415-453-0571

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Feb. 14, 2006.

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Karalee Smith

February 14, 2006

Kayleen and girls. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We always remember the fabulous and fun loving cook. We had such fun when we came for a visit. Now Frank is walking his beloved Maggie on the beach. May those good memories keep you going on the days ahead. Come to visit us when you can, XOXOX Karalee and Dick

Charley (FQ) Ross

February 14, 2006

I was saddened to hear of Frank's passing. I met Frank back in October of 1970 when we hired on with the FAA. I remember sweating out manual control problems with Frank and nephew Ray at the FAA academy in Oklahoma City. Frank was a gentle soul and never sweated the small stuff just like the orbit said. We had a lot of fun during our ATC career. I regret not having seen him since we both retired in 1994. Hand Off, Make a puck, You got that guy? Out!

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