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Frank Wolfe Obituary
Cocoa Beach, FL
Frank M. Wolfe was born in Hartford, CT November 24, 1931. He completed his high school education in Hartford and enlisted in the Coast Guard serving three years in Korean Theater. He graduated from Rollins College, Winter Park, FL on June 6, 1958, with a degree in Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration and psychology. He then attended Stetson University College of Law, St. Petersburg, FL and earned his Juris Doctor degree on January 28, 1961.
Before moving to Cocoa Beach he was Special Assistant to the Attorney General of the State of Florida. He was a senior partner in Wolfe, Kirschenbaum & Taylor, which later became Wolfe, Kirschenbaum, Caruso, Mosley and Kabboord, a major law firm in Cocoa Beach, FL. He also served as City Attorney from 1963 to 1967. During those years, he served on the board of several banks in addition to being one of the founders and directors of the Merritt Square Bank, Merritt Island, FL.
From 1971 to 1981, he was CEO and Chairman of Leader International Inns, Inc., a large real estate company that owned and operated approximately 500 units in the Brevard County area.
He was past Chairman of Ron Jon Surf Shop, headquartered in Cocoa Beach, FL, a large retailer known throughout the world.
Mr. Wolfe was renowned for his architectural designing ability. He resided in the unique penthouse he built on top of the Glass Bank Building in Cocoa Beach, FL and he spent summer months in Maine where he designed and built a home on the Wells Reserve.
He was generous to a fault and gave of himself to so many over the years, far too numerous to count. He was a loyal friend and advocate of the underdog. He demanded excellence of himself and his internal code of ethics was unshakable. He was loved by many. He left an impact on many lives and will not soon be forgotten.
Died because he wanted to . . . Lived because he dared to.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Wolfe
October 20, 2018
You where awesome Frank . Rest In Peace
February 4, 2015
Came across this sad but intriguing story on the internet and just want to say that this man must have had a wonderful life because of all the things he did as an attorney. I think he would have given the shirt off his back for you. A very smart man with such a sad ending. I hope he can finally rest in peace and my condolences to his family.
Andrew
November 29, 2014
I was watching stupid videos on you tube and came across your story
Your place is awesome so sad about the pulling down part , would of loved to see it in its full glory
Reading your story allows us to see how wonderful of a person you were
RIP Frank Wolfe
Beth Jarrett
October 31, 2014
You were a fascinating man. I would have loved to have known you. Rest in peace.
October 14, 2014
I have stumbled upon this story of a glass bank, I was so intrigue I did a search on Frank Wolfe, what an amazing life and story,
angela mcallister
May 17, 2014
So sorry for you.
Tiare Taylor
May 15, 2014
You live on in the lives you touched.
June Paule
February 19, 2014
Thank you Frank for believing in my music and believing in me. With love from your friend of many years.
Lorna Ettman
February 10, 2014
Frank will be missed by many. He was a one of a kind human being and the City of Cocoa Beach should always remember him. God bless to his family
Greg Sottile
February 9, 2014
I am the son of one Frank's oldest friends from Hartford. Frank was a long-time friend to me, my wife, my children and many others. He was not a perfect person, but who among us is? He was loyal to his friends and would defend them to the end, worked harder and more than most of us ever know, overcame incredible obstacles, was not a recluse but a deeply personal man, and asked nothing of others that he wouldn't do himself. My wife, my children and I will miss him greatly. Our hearts go out to the many who called him friend. Thanks for everything, Frank.
Rhonda Shane Butler
February 9, 2014
Your many contributions to the city of Cocoa Beach will be long and fondly remembered. God Bless you and your memory.
Ken Allen
February 9, 2014
Frank was a fair and honest man with his unique life style. He was my friend beginning 1962. [email protected]
Cindy Ricker- Dow
February 9, 2014
Frank, may you rest in peace and be remembered fondly.
~ CIndy Ricker Dow
Paula Morgan
February 9, 2014
You are and always will be a special part of my life. Words can not express how I feel. I will cherish all you have done for me and my family. Thank you for all the great memories. May you rest in peace. Love you...
Susi, Bonnie & Greg Mungall
February 9, 2014
Frank you will be missed by many who knew & loved you. May those hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as they celebrate a life well lived.
Patty Cozza
February 8, 2014
You will always be in my thoughts, prayers and my heart Frank. I will miss you dearly...
Thomas Ragonese
February 8, 2014
I am one of many that will remember Frank's legacy and generousity. All my love to an old and dear friend. Rest in peace.
Rose Houston Smith
February 8, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Sandy Dwelley
February 8, 2014
You will always be the greatest man I have ever known and the only father I ever had . I love you and wish you were still here.
Susan Moore
February 8, 2014
Words cannot describe Frank Wolfe, other than he was a man of many sides. I worked with him a Wolfies on the group parties or conventions. I have known Frank since the 60's..This is a very sad day to lose someone who has a great abundance of stories about Cocoa Beach in the day!! My condolences to family and friends...
Cathy Roberts
February 8, 2014
One if the most loved legends of Cocoa Beach gone...God Speed, you will not be forgotten
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