BORN

1934

DIED

2018

Francis McConville Obituary

Francis McConville
Dec. 6, 1934 - Feb. 22, 2018
Lake Oswego, OR
Frank a long time resident of California, before moving to Oregon, passed on February 22nd. He was born in Troy, New York; served 20 years in the US Navy; worked for the Oakland Police Department; and, in retirement did volunteer work that included the Alameda Police Department, docent on the USS Hornet and the Potomac. In addition to playing Santa Claus, he also performed in community theater and played the guitar, banjo, ukulele, as well as drums. Frank loved life and his stories will be missed. He is survived by his wife, Gail; two daughters; seven grandchildren; and, four great-grandchildren. Services held on March 26th at noon at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, OR.


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Published by East Bay Times on Mar. 16, 2018.
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I worked with Frank in OPD radio back in the late 1970's..He was always a great guy.God Bless Frank and his family.

Greg Whiteley

March 31, 2018

Wayne Faulkner

March 24, 2018

Frank had one of the best attitudes I've ever seen in the radio room. Always laughing but very professional in his job. He did some acting with various county shows and had some true talent. Went on many group fishing and camping trips but never caught anything. He didn't care and I think he actually loved the teasings we would all offer. We have lost one of the good ones. Godspeed Frank And condolences to family and friends

Gabby Talkington

March 22, 2018

Frank was one of the good guys on my Radio Room crew. He always had a good word and a smile for everyone who came to the Comm Room. He was conscientious on the phones when handling citizens and on the mike, his first though was always for the safety of his officers. We often called him "Fishless Frank" for his lack of prowess with rod and reel but he was always a welcome addition on our trips.

A recording of Frank dispatching on the mike was used as background in the Tom Selleck movie Runaway. We teased him about his star status and he enjoyed the rancor with his keen sense of humor.

Alas, another one of the keepers has gone 908D.

Bob Scurria

March 21, 2018

To the family, I am sorry to hear the news about your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2 *

March 13, 2018

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