Frank-Grasse-Obituary

Frank John Peter Grasse

Willits, California

1949 - 2010 (Age 61)

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Frank John Peter Grasse, DVM was born May 27, 1949 in Cold Spring, NY, and died November 18, 2010 in Willits, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Dorothy Grasse, and his sister Patricia Miller. He is survived by his wife of thirty-three years, Frances, sister Pricilla Farrel,...

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I didn't find out until yesterday the Dr. Grasse had passed away. He stopped by the donut shop in Redwood Valley shortly after Vet Tails was first published. I was working that morning; I think I got a copy of the book from him. It was a wonderful book; I struggled multiple times trying to write a letter to tell him how much it meant to me but was never successful. I regret that! Although I didn't know him I was enriched by his life and his experiences through his book.

I want to thank Francis for sharing Frank with all of us. When my husband was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma, he offered his heart and help to him in a way that is rare and sincere. We cherish his letters and are thankful for knowing him.

Frank's compassionate care of our animals over the years will be remembered always. Frances and Priscilla and family, may your fondest memories sustain you.

I never got the chance to thank Dr. Grasse for making the decision to give Gremlin a second chance at life, how Gremlin has brought so much joy and laughter to a household that was heartbroken. Gremlin is Dr. Grasse's living legacy, his living proof of his intuition and compassion.
Thank you, Dr. Grasse.

In memory of our dear veterinary Frank Grasse, he was the most phenomenal person ever. He gave our beloved pets the most extraordinary care we could ever ask for. He treated the owners with compassion and understanding as well. Frank you will truely never know how many friends you really had. He really went beyond his call of duty. There will never be another vet to fill his shoes.
We think of you often and miss you every day.
God bless you.
Robin Rose, Jeri and John Muson

Two lives Frank cared for during his extraordinary career.

Dr. Grasse was a hero to me and my many, many pets. He took me from beginning to end with some of them, always with a quite gentle kindness and understanding of such a loss. He was a rare breed of human being with such compassion for animals and their owners I don't know that we will ever see that again. I feel so very fortunate he was a part of my life. Truly he will be missed by so many in this community, but not forgotten!

Dr. Grasse was a rare veterinarian, particularly in this era. He was amazingly compassionate and service-oriented. I'll always love him for helping me with my cat, Chloe, in her final hours.
Cat Lobere, Half Moon Bay, CA

Francis and Family, It was a great shock for me to hear about Frank's death. I express condolences from the deepest strata of my heart. Frank was not only a great boss, but my mentor, teacher and I am honored to say a good friend. I am sure that each and every one of us thought the world of him and will miss him very much. He was admired and respected by all who knew him. Frank's death is a loss that is beyond repair and I pray that God gives you all the strength, courage and hope to get...