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ROCKSTROH, Frank Frank Harry Rockstroh (April 13, 1929 - May 21, 2012) Frank Harry Rockstroh passed away quietly in his sleep, early in the morning of May 21, 2012, after a long illness. Frank is survived by his devoted wife of almost 60 years, Erica Meyer Rockstroh. His daughter, Esther Rockstroh Taylor and her husband, Donald Taylor, and their children, his beloved grandchildren (his favorite people on the planet) Erica Stephanie Blanche Taylor and William Henry Blake Taylor, as well as, his son Philip Harry Rockstroh and daughter-in-law, Angela Tyler-Rockstroh. Frank was a man of many passions, both as a professional and an enthusiast. Stationed in Birmingham, Alabama, as a photojournalist, in the employ of Black Star syndicate, in the 1960s, he photographed many of the iconic images of the Civil Rights era. His enthusiasms included computer science, karate, art, folk music, left-wing politics, the struggle for social justice, and Native American custom and lore. (He was born of half Native American ancestry.) A unique individual and a rare soul, he was much loved and will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Arrangements by the Cremation Society of Georgia 404- 355-7627.
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Barney Tucker
June 21, 2024
I knew Phillip through his children and wanted to express my regrets at his passing. I have fond memories of Ether and Phil junior at the Karate studio. Love long and prosper, kids.
Barney Tucker
Allyson G.
June 21, 2012
Erica,
I have enjoyed getting to know you through our work at the Juvenile Court. I wish I had known Frank as well. He sounds like an amazing man. You have handled his illness with such grace--you've been an inspiration to the rest of us.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Allyson
June 2, 2012
Dear Erica,
Joe and I want to express our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
We haven't seen each other for umpteen years; our daughter Sandy lives in Atlanta and saw Frank's obituary in the paper. Remembering you and your family from Birmingham, she sent it to me. Please e-mail me ([email protected]) and send me your telephone number. I would love to speak to you.
Do hope you get this message and, again, our deepest sympathy.
Margie and Dalton
C. G.
May 29, 2012
Lasting relief will come through meditating on God's grand purposes. I am sorry for your loss. (Psalms55:22) is a comforting thought when going through difficult times.
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May 28, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. May your cherished memories bring you great comfort during this difficult time.
Romans 15:33
May 28, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Rockstroh family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
May 27, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Rockstroh family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Regina Rutledge
May 26, 2012
Erica, I am so saddened to learn of Frank's passing. He impressed me as a very thoughtful, intelligent, caring man. I have no doubt that his unique spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Esther, Philip, and the grandchildren.
Gina Rutledge
"Even death is not to be feared by one who has lived wisely" ~ Gautama Buddha
John & Nancy Massey
May 26, 2012
Mrs. Rockstroh,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your husband. Although we did not know him, we have fond memories of you as you taught our son in the first grade at Skyland School in 1978.
May 25, 2012
Sorry I never got to personally meet Frank, whom you have so eloquently memorialized.
Sincere condolences to all.
Erica's friend - Elaine Schwartz
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