Frank-Vawter-Obituary

Frank J. Vawter Jr.

Springfield, Ohio

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News Death NoticeVAWTER Jr., Frank J. 55, of Urbana passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 25, 2011. He was born November 23, 1956 in Kettering, Ohio and was the son of Frank Sr. and Melba (Nerney) Vawter. Frank is survived by his wife Karen Vawter, his daughter Ashlyn Vawter of Urbana,...

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Vawter Family,To say we are in shock is an understatement.To know that we will never cross paths on this earth is a hard realization.Memories extend long past school playgrounds,weddings and new generations.Frank was a leader in keeping school friends informed.He was truly a standout among his friends.Last saw him at "DARKSTAR" this past JULY having a great time.We pray all of your tomorrows are filled with memories that bring a smile to your face whenever you think of him.Know he is ever so...

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

"My deepest sympathy to you at this time of sorrow. Frank is in God's care now and what better care could we ever ask for him? Now I pray for your comfort in the days ahead. God bless you and keep you in His tender care and love for all eternity."

TO FRANK'S FAMILY AND LOVED ONES MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF LOSS. I DID'NT KNOW FRANK EXTREMELY WELL BUT HE WAS TRULY ONE OF GOD'S ANGELS THAT WALKED THIS EARTH FOR SUCH A SHORT TIME...ALWAYS THE KIND,HELPFUL,SELFLESS GENTLEMAN! THE WORLD HAS LOST A GEM BUT HEAVEN HAS GAINED ONE...I WAS SO BLESSED TO HAVE CALLED HIM MY FRIEND!

No one had a smile quite like Frank's. His premature passing caused time to tumble backwards; all the way back to kindergarten and the years afterward, growing up. We never know how long we have among our friends and loved ones. And, reminds us to celebrate each day as the gifts they truly are. Those that mold our past and present. We, too often, take the people who are the threads in the tapestry of our lives, for granted. As, if they will always be there. And then, we are knocked over when...

Dear Jeff and family, please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We are so saddened to hear of Frank's passing. Words cannot express what you mean to us and know that we will always be there for you & your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with Franks family and friends during these difficult times. Meet Frank back in high school through Herzog, Louie Ryder, Mitch, Longino and Larry Stratton. Got to hang out with Frank and Shelly (Hall) two Christmas' ago in Urbana. Frank was a lot of fun, always positive and caring. I will miss his e-mails keeping me updated on our friends. Will certainly feel his void when I visit this Christmas when we all get together. Please know that Frank touched the lives of...

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

Working on the class reunions will not be the same without Frank. He helped on everyone of them. We all spent countless evenings in my kitchen pouring over old class books on the hunt for lost classmates!!! i remember him being the lion tamer of our circus in kindergarten.I can still see the paper in my mind..Frankie Vawter!!!!! Good memories. Gone way too soon.