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Bonnee
September 21, 2023
I remember when I got to Farmingdale Fernando showed me around college. We became friends. We lost contact until my husband and my kids moved to Titusville. M6 father in law was the head of Nasa for public relations. I will always cherish the memories. RIP.
Manuel Mansilla
October 21, 2009
I met Fernando a few years ago at the forums of "Contacto". He was a great friend since the beginning. You must be proud of him and happy that he achived his objetives in life.
Manuel Mansilla Moya ([email protected])
October 7, 2009
Donna,
We are so sorry to hear the news.
Paul & Irene Cummins
1710 Yates drive
Merritt Island, FL 32952
Lorraine Esparza
October 7, 2009
Donna,
I know we lost touch over the years, but I just heard the news about Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wes Lineberry
October 7, 2009
Frank was my co-worker and buddy at KSC. We shared a love of flying and he freely gave advice and encouragement while I was getting my sailplane refinished at Merritt Island. I never got to tell him how much I appreciated his efforts to keep the old Spaceland Airpark open, especially since I met my future bride there 39 years ago!
Jason Yokubaitis
October 7, 2009
I think what I remember most about Frank is his yellow airplane. I grew up two doors down from the Caldeiro's and he used to fly over our house every week it seemed. He would fly around and around in circles until somebody came out and waved at him. Then he'd rock the wings side-to-side as he flew away to wave back. He's probably still flying over our heads now.
Members of the Astronomical Society of Maracaibo with Fernando. in Maracaibo, Venezuela February 1998
October 7, 2009
Fernando, my sister, and me during a his astronaut appereance in Maracaibo, Venezuela February 1998
October 7, 2009
Francisco Galue
October 7, 2009
Good Speed Fernando "Frank" Caldeiro. I hope you finally reach to the Stars. I never forget when you visited our city Maracaibo, Venezuela in February of 1998 as NASA astronaut and bring wisdom and inspiration to the youth people. Donna: I would like to express my condolence for this lost, and I hope that the Lord bring both you and yours children strength into this dark hour.
claudio mariani
October 6, 2009
"...Frank perteneció al cielo, creo que debió ser pàjaro y Dios se equivocó...
ahora, su equivocación ya está remediada... finalmente tiene todo el cielo para él..."
Fernando Martinez
October 6, 2009
Donna, Fernando was a gentile giant between men. He inspired everybody who has the privileged of knowing him. My prayers for you and your daughters.
Bob Moore
October 6, 2009
I met Frank during the Orbital Space Plane Program. An amazing, thoughtful and quietly articualte person.
God Bless, you're in our prayers.
Peggy and Jack Cochran
October 6, 2009
Donna, You and your girls are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It was a pleasure to know Frank, and we were happy for both of you when he was selected to be an astronaut. We have thought of you often over the past years, and will continue to keep you in our thoughts.
Donna and David Carden
October 6, 2009
Donna, We were so saddened to hear of Frank's passing. Our heart and prayers go to you and the girls and the rest of your family. Frank had such an infectious personality and he was so positive all the time.
Love,
Danny Fitzgerald
October 6, 2009
I met Frank for the first time when he came to KSC from Palmdale, CA. What a great since of humor. He was always laughing and joking and frequently had me in stitches. It was also fun to see Frank get "fired up", his eyebrows would raise as his eyes widened and he would become very animated. The man had conviction. We were all very proud when he was selected to join the ranks in the astronaut office. It has been a great honor to know and work with Frank and it is a sad day for all. To the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Now that Frank's battle is over down here, he is truly free and flying high...
Dick Spalding
October 6, 2009
I watched him build his Long-eezy at the Merritt Island airport . He was an amazing person , a fighter , a go-getter . No quitting in Frank .
Sandra Klotz
October 6, 2009
Donna, I am so sorry to hear about Frank, my heart goes out to you and your girls.
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