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Candi
November 26, 2024


Dayton, Ohio
1942 - 2021
FRANK, Detlef Johann E. (date of death 11/28/2021)Detlef was born on 1/26/1942, in Munich, Germany, and immigrated to the USA in 1948 at the age of six. Detlef's father was a German scientist brought to WPAFB via the Paper Clip Project, and the family settled in Yellow Springs, one of few...
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Candi
November 26, 2024
The World Cup is not the same without Detlef to debrief the games, players and referees.
Lee Morgan
November 26, 2022
Dear Helge, Marion, and Gerda, A friend in Yellow Springs recently shared the sad news about Detlef's death. Living across the street from the Frank family is one of my brother Greg and my deepest childhood memories. The Franks meant babysitters and delicious Bavarian Christmas cookies. We secretly referred to Detlef as "the Philosopher." It sounds like he lived true to himself lifelong. Our thoughts and love are with you. Karen (Gorden)
Karen Gorden
January 01, 2022 | Other
With deepest sympathy to the family of Detlef Frank
Dr & Mrs Vic Mategrano
December 10, 2021 | Other
He was a great asset to the soccer community and will be missed. You have my sincere condolences.
Candi Schlamersdorf
December 05, 2021 | Work
Heartfelt thanks to Detlef Frank who gave so many years of dedication to supporting Soccer in the greater Dayton Area. Prayers to his family knowing that Detlef touched so many lives!
Dayton Area Soccer Officials Association
December 05, 2021 | Other
Our sympathy for your huge loss. What a marvelous life he lived especially in his ability to inspire youth in many different types of classrooms. A true loss to all of us.
Gary Avedikian
December 03, 2021
The nicest man I ever met. Fascinating life. Calmest soccer referee. Most genuine Santa. Rest in peace, Detlef.
George Fenimore
December 03, 2021 | Friend
RIP Detlef!
Frank Titus
December 03, 2021