Frank R. Grippe

I am Frank and Carrie's son-in-law, through my brother Michael. I did not know him well, but over the years, we had a few conversations during family get-togethers. Mostly, I know how much he taught Mike as they worked together on Mike's and Pat's Watertown, MA home. Indeed, Frank had all the traits in his obituary. My favorites of his sayings were, "Any day that your roofing crew finishes their day with no injuries is a good day." "When you mess up, stop, cool down, then return to your task...

Dear Carrie, Pattie, Roger and families, we are sending many heartfelt thoughts to all of you during this sad time. Jack and Susan Powell

Our condolences to the family of Frank, a friend, neighbor, and most of all a shop teacher.... His dedication to his students and those around him showed that he was a great person with many talents. I enjoyed stopping by and talking with him after school. May he R. I. P.

My sincere condolences to his family. He was a wonderful person and teacher. With his encouragement, I was the first girl to be in his shop class.