Frank E. Harris

I had the honor of being Frank's final Ph.D. student in the field of computational chemistry. Throughout my time with him, I enjoyed both productive academic discussions and pleasant social interactions. Frank was an exceptional mentor whose guidance paved the way for my successful career. He remained a dependable source of advice, not just in science but in life, long after I graduated. To this day, I regard him as my academic father and early career life coach. His passing is a great loss,...

Frank was one of my very best friends. He and I would regularly have coffee in my office when we would regularly solve the problems of the Nation, the State, the University, and the Department. When I was a young Asst Professor in the 1960s, Frank served as an informal mentor to me and was unfailingly encouraging. I already miss him and will probably miss him all my life. David Ailion

His daughter,Heather Anne, loved him unconditionally until her last day -March 28, 2023.

Frank will be remembered by me as the greatest influence on my life and career in this country. I am sure that many family members, friends and colleagues hold similar views. He was a special force, of many kinds and colors.

I owe much to Frank. In fact, most of my scientific career. He was wonderfully supportive. And hiking with him in southern Utah was fun - I remember best a trip over the shoulder of Navajo Mountain to Rainbow Bridge.

I remember when I interviewed for the chemistry department, Frank took off his shoes and we talked. I thoroughly enjoyed him! I considered him a great friend, although we didn't hang out a lot. Bill Guillory