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1946

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2020

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Illinois

Frank Nagatani Obituary

Frank Nagatani passed from death to life on May 13, 2020. He was born in 1946 and spent his childhood on the northwest side of Chicago. He graduated from the University of Illinois in Chicago in 1968, then served in the US Naval Air Reserve from 1968 to 1971. He helped many people over the course of his career, working first as a case worker for the Illinois Department of Public Aid in Chicago and Waukegan, before attending Law School at the University of Dayton, graduating in 1982.

His legal career took place in Pinellas County, Florida, where he worked as managing attorney for Gulf Coast Legal Services in St. Petersburg, then as child welfare managing attorney for the Florida Department of Children and Families. His final career position was supervising attorney for the Florida Department of Health, from which he retired in 2012.

He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Linda, his son Samuel Nagatani, daughters Abigail Nagatani and Nora Nagatani, granddaughter Isabella Nagatani-Beyers, two sisters Pauline (Joseph) Oyama and Irene Miyamoto, and many more extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isami and Eunice Nagatani.

Services will take place at an unspecified future time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. Information: ELEMENTS, the cremation company, 855-550-5151 or www.elementscremation.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 17, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Nagatani

15 Entries

Tony Dema

May 20, 2020

I have known Frank for as long as I can remember. We were born a day apart. Since I was a day older, I often had to remind Frank to respect his elders! We went to Kindergarten through high school together, we were in a rock and roll band, and we were best man at each others wedding. When Frank was about to graduate from law school in Ohio, we started sending him and Linda tomatoes in an effort to coerce them to move to Florida. It worked! From then on, we spent birthdays, holidays, vacations and special events, both good and bad, together. Almost every memory I have growing up and in life, includes Frank. He wasnt just my best friend he was my best man. We will miss him more than words can say. Our love and condolences to Linda, Sam, Abby, Nora and Isabella.

Richard Landeen

May 20, 2020

We are so sorry to hear about Frank's death. Linda, we were just thinking about you and your family a few days ago and discovered his passing when I did a Google search. We always appreciated his kind and friendly ways and still think often of his smile. God bless you all in this time of sorrow!

Robert Lewin

May 18, 2020

I served with Frank at the Barbers Point Naval Air station in Hawaii. He was in the Aircraft Maintenance Division and I eas in the Operations Maintenance Division. We lived in the same barracks. He was a good airman and a great guy. I am sorry to learn of his passing.

Simone Taylor

May 17, 2020

My sincerest condolences to your family for the loss of your loved one, Please except my deepest sympathies.

Susan Gilbert

May 17, 2020

I worked with Frank at both the Florida Department of Health and at DCF. What a fabulous guy - always calm, level headed and wise. He was also extremely kind. I really enjoyed working with him and am so sorry to hear of his passing. My heartfelt prayers go out to his wife Linda and their children. May God hold you close.

Patsy Buker

May 17, 2020

Frank was an excellent and compassionate attorney who helped numerous vulnerable people. He conducted his professional business with strong ethics and honor and he was a very positive person to work with. My sympathies go out to his family.

Dave

May 17, 2020

Frank made poker nights great, as a host and as a friend. Prayers for him and his family.

Ms Ehrenberg

May 16, 2020

o very sorry to learn of Frank's passing. May he rest in peace. Please accept my deep sympathy, Linda. May the peace of our god be with you.

Diane DiFrancesco

May 16, 2020

Lovely man, attentive grandfather, member of St Paul's Evanston. Condolences to Linda and Isabel.

John

May 16, 2020

Frank was a special person and family man. His life was one of service as a social worker , military vet , and attorney. His many friends will miss him dearly . Our love to Linda , Sam , Abby, Nora and Isabella.

John Cunningham

May 16, 2020

He was a good man, a dedicated family man, a loyal friend and an outstanding attorney who fought for the good of poor and the helpless. He will be missed by many.

Kasey Evans

May 16, 2020

We are so grateful that we had the chance to know Frank at St. Paul's. Our hearts are with Linda, Isabella, and your whole family as you grieve Frank's passing. We look forward to the time when we can give you hugs and join you to remember and celebrate Frank's life. Sending our prayers, Kasey Evans, Shon Doseck, and Samuel Doseck

Jackie family

May 16, 2020

My sincere condolences to the entire family at this time , prayers and thoughts to u all ,

Janet

May 15, 2020

Keri Dunn

May 15, 2020

He was an amazing and kind gentleman...He was an amazing grandfather..I knew him Isabella was 1 because Isabella went to the pre- school I worked at...Rest in peace Frank...Also, my thoughts and prayers go out to friends and family.

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