Frank Lewis Mixner

Cdr Mixner accepted me as his first crewman when we served in HS-5. He was without a doubt on of the finest helicopter pilots the navy ever had. We had so many mechanical failures, including blown engines at 100 ft. He saved our lives so many times. He was also a great officer, fun to fly with, but always the professional.

I've known Frank from playing golf together for the past 9 year with the VB Seniors. Always fun to play golf with and to be around. I and the other 93 members of the club will miss his smiling face and always kind way. I extend my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Renee and the entire family as you grieve your loss!

Ted Quinter
LtCol USMC, Retired

Frank was a true gentleman on and off the golf course. We all will miss his smile and Comforting attitude. It was always a true pleasure to Play golf with him. God bless and be with his family In their time of grief.

It was with great sadness that I learned of Frank's passing. We served together in HS-9 and HS-1. We shared a room on the USS Essex Med cruse and Frank was the best man at my wedding. I am afraid that we have lost touch over the last few years. I am sending Laurie and my condolences to Frank's family. I am sure he will be greatly missed

Dear Classmate and Friend,

Frank, You will be truly missed. My/our prayers are offered to your wife, Renee, and your entire family. You will be with Our Savior, Jesus Christ! BRAVO ZULU Classmate!

Jim Savard

Frank and I were Seawolf Detachment 8 shipmates in Vietnam in the first half of 1971. I remember him as a completely professional Naval Officer and Pilot. 50 years is a long time to remember specifics but I can only remember good thoughts about Frank. Rest in Peace Frank.

My prayers are with Renee and the rest of the family. I know Frank from St Andrew's United Methodist church and the group of men who meet Tuesday mornings at the Village Inn. As also a member of USNA Class of 67, I salute Frank as a fellow alumni. Great man; he will be missed.

Fair Winds and Following Seas Naval Helicopter Association (NHA)
http://www.nhahistoricalsociety.org/index.php/cdr-frank-lewis-mixner-usn-ret-signal-charlie/
[email protected] CDR Mike Brattland, USN (Ret.) Retired Affairs Director NHA

I served with Frank in HS-3 in the early 70s. He was a good friend and a great pilot. He was one of the several pilots that came to HS-3 from HAL-3 and was a good role model for all of us younger pilots. I always looked up to him. RIP, Frank.