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Frank Schott Obituary
Dina Schott could set her watch by her husband's daily routine. Every morning, Frank Schott was up at 5:20 a.m., on the train to his job in Manhattan at 6:09 a.m., and opening the front door again of their home in Massapequa Park, N.Y., at 7:00 p.m.
Then, after working for 10 hours as the assistant vice president for technology at Marsh & McLennan, Mr. Schott began his first chore of the evening.
"He would come home, take off his work clothes, put on a pair of shorts ‹ not even tie his sneakers ‹ and he was out there picking his vegetables," Mrs. Schott said. "I always knew where to find him. The man never rested."
While his wife bathed their three children and put them to bed, Mr. Schott, 39, prepared dinner. Some nights it was Indian food; other nights he made a Spanish entree or a Chinese dish. "I got used to it very quickly," Mrs. Schott said. "What woman wouldn't?"
On weekends, Mr. Schott jogged, rode his bicycle and spent time with his children ‹ sometimes taking them into the office with him if he worked on Saturdays because they loved to ride the trains.
"If he had survived what happened and knew of the hate that I have for what these people did, he'd say, 'Ah, don't be so hard on them,' " Mrs. Schott said. "He would always say, 'You can't judge a whole group of people for the actions of a couple of bad apples.' I know that's what he would say."
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September 12, 2012
My daughter told me today that a Schott had died in 911 my maided name was Schott please let his wife & family know Im thinking about them & hope life is getting better.
Eble Family
October 26, 2011
I didn't realize until today that Frank passed on 9/11. We were neighbors many years ago. I will pray for "Frankie" and his family.
Nicholas Schott
September 12, 2011
The flag of honor was placed in the front window of my E. Longmeadow, MA home and has not left since. I sat outside reading down the list, only to find my worst fear. Someone bearing my last name was on it. I was unfortunate to experience this day with every other American, and i felt fortunate to have not lost anyone to it. As soon as I read the name my heart sank. I have no clue if the Schott family in Massapqua is related closely or just through a long family line generations ago, but to me it makes no difference. They're schotts and they're family, and I send out my best wishes and prayers to Dina Schott and her children. God bless your family.
The Montario Family
September 11, 2011
To Dina, Erica, Rob and Jonny,
Our thoughts of remembrance go out to the Schott Family on this day. Dina- you have done a wonderful job raising your family. It is a joy to have Erica in our lives. May God Bless you all today and forever.
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September 11, 2011
I think of you often, Frank. I was older than you, but we lived on the same floor at URI for awhile. I always thought you were so handsome! We both ended up in NY, but as often happens, we lost touch over the years. I was devastated to learn you were the Trade Center on 9/11, but was happy to hear you married and had a beautiful family, a beautiful life. I am so sorry for your loss, Dina.
Mary (Kelley) Rosenzweig
September 11, 2011
Remembering Frank, our good college friend, on this 10th anniversary of his death. Thinking of you, Dina, Erica, Robert and Jonathan. Frank was a witty, kind man, and we were very fortunate to have known him. He always said how he loved working in the "Big Apple", and was thankful that he didn't have to work in what he referred to as the "Big Prune" (Providence)! Our thoughts are with you. Barry and Tara Gendron
September 10, 2011
Hi Dina
Hope all is well with you and your family. Frank Schott was a good and decent man and a dedicated friend. We first met on a ski trip probably around 1983. We had lots of good times. I remember your wedding like it was yesterday. It was my privilege to have known him and hopefully, learned a thing or two from him during the time we spent together. I think of you often and wish you all the best.
Eric Rutter
Karen Meara
September 4, 2011
Dina, Erica, Robert, Jonathan and Janet - I pray that you and your families are doing well. It is always so difficult to lose someone we love especially in such a senseless way.
Frank and Janet lived up the street from me when we were all dragged to RI by our father's jobs. Frank and I had several classes together, and Janet played field hockey with me. I still remember the canary yellow paint in the bedroom of their house ...
Janet I know keeps in touch with my father (he's her surrogate father now). He often speaks of you as well.
As you continue to see Frank everyday in your children, you know that your love still grows each day. I hope they continue to give you strength and that you find love and happiness again.
God's Blessings to all of you - Karen (Horn) Meara.
Patty Ruh
August 27, 2011
Dear Dina,
It was great seeing you and catching up, don't forget our rescheduled dinner. Saw this on facebook and wanted to add how great a father we all thought Frank was and how much we laughed when you would call him from work on Saturday at lunch and find out he took the kids to the beach. Then the questions would start, did you bring towels, sunscreen, juice boxes etc, etc, etc. All we could think was that most men wouldn't leave the house. They would watch baseball or football stick the kid in the playpen and the kids were lucky that they got a juice box, a snack or a diaper change. I remember him coming to my block party just before he died on 9/11. Who would have thought that just weeks later he would be gone. You lost Frank to an unthinkable act of terror and I lost Joe to a horrific disease. We lost two of the best. My thoughts and prayers are with you always my friend and neighbor.
Lee
August 25, 2011
Dear Dina,
I saw Frank's profile today...have been checking the Newsday for many months on a daily basis looking for it, and today there it was. Your words were beautiful, and are a tribute to the man Frank was.
You and the kids are in my thoughts....I wish you peace as you go through these next weeks leading up to this monumental anniversary.
Meryl Manthey-Dean
August 25, 2011
I worked with Frank's Dad in the 1970's when Jr. was a little boy. I didn't know his son as an adult, but knew his Dad well and think about when this happened and how Sr., now deceased, was so devastated. I live in SF now, am visiting, and was reading yesterday this column and wondered when Frank's name would come up, and there it is next day! You and yours are in my prayers.
Pam Cote
September 11, 2010
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
Carol DiLorenzo
September 11, 2009
Remembering you today ...
Corner Block Blvd & Nevins Terr Massapequa Pk, NY
WIlliam H. Stratford
August 13, 2008
On the corner of the streets where I grew up, Block Blvd. and Nevins Terr. in Massapequa Park, Long Island, New York, there is a memorial sign attached to the utility pole that says, "In loving Memory Frank G. Schott Jr. 1961-2001" I moved away from that neighborhood 36 years ago, but just recently went back, to my roots and the corner where we spent so many hours as children playing games and riding bicycles. It will always be a special place on this earth for me, and I'm personally honored to share it with Frank's memorial.
Carol DiLorenzo
September 18, 2007
I just wanted your family to know that I was thinking of you and of them on the 11th this year. You were a really nice person to work with. God Bless!
kristine
May 21, 2007
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
March 4, 2007
In memory....
Sheri Touchstone
September 14, 2002
To Dina, Frank's children, and to all of his family and friends,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I didn't learn of Frank's death until I saw the memorial for Frank in the November 2001 Providence Journal Bulletin.
Frank and I were in the same graduating class of 1979, at Smithfield High School. I really didn't know him well, except that he seemed to be a very nice young man.
It is good to know that he turned out to be such a successful husband, father, worker, and friend.
My prayers are surely with you.
Sheri (Rowlett) Touchstone
Theresa Kvederis-Schott
September 12, 2002
Dear Dina and Family, The tragedy of 911 will way heavy on my heart always for the families and lives lost. When I saw Franks name, I called the family sharing with them your loss, We all fill connected with you. My Love and Prayer Always.
Dwayne, Jerry, Irene, Robert, Theresa, David and Micheal Schott residence of San Diego California
Mark Lai
September 12, 2002
Dear Dina and Family,
I had the pleasure of working with Frank at JJKenny. We were a eager and motivated bunch. Frank was viewed as one of the go-getters. The article about Frank and his outlook on life reminded me very much of how gentle a man he really was. I was stunned when I found out that he was a 9/11 victim. I will always remember the smiles he put on peoples faces. I'm also pleased to know that his spirit will always live on in his children.
Kindest Regards,
Mark
Deana King
May 26, 2002
Dear Dina and family:
I attended Copiague Junior High with Frank. As a matter of fact, we were in the same English class in 7th grade. Frank was a nice boy, and I always knew he would be a fine man. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God keep you in you rtime of sorrow.
Angie Campbell
May 16, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the ones that you left behind. May you rest in peace.
April 23, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN...FRANK G.SCHOTT AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS YOUR WIFE..CHILDREN...FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS AND ST.FRANCIS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
peg sternfeld
March 20, 2002
Dear Dina and family,
I too worked with Frank at Smith Barney. I remember the long talks we had,how optimistic he always was and how very proud of his family.
I will remeber all of you in my prayers.
Maryann Robinson
February 17, 2002
Dear Dina, Tony and Family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I had worked with Frank at Smith Barney.
He was always sweet and a good friend to everyone.
My prayers are with you all! May God bless and be with you all always!
Sadly, my uncle was also an employee of the same company as Frank. He and Frank are in peace with God.
Sincerely,
Maryann & Family
February 16, 2002
Dear Dina & Tony, & Family -
My prayers & sympathy are with you at this horrible time. I worked with Frank & Tony at Smith Barney for a number of years, and came to know Frank as the good person he was. I am very sorry for your loss, and know that he will not be forgotten. Sincerely, Debbie Scarpati
carolyn iannone
February 6, 2002
Dina:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. I met Frank through Eric many years ago and saw him again at the Picnic in Central Park (June 2000). May you find the peace and strength it takes to raise your children. God Bless.
Steven
January 22, 2002
Frank was one of the true "nice guys" you rarely meet. I enjoyed the opportunity to meet and befriend him years ago. It is a real tragedy to have lost someone like Frank.
Our hearts go out to his family and freinds.
Teresa Jahn
December 13, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Frank. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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