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1941
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2016
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Franklin Mack Obituary
Mr. Mack graduated from Belmont Abby College in 1966 with a degree in Physical Education. He served in the NC Air National Guard, was a volunteer fireman at the Woodlawn Volunteer Fire Department. Frank worked at WBTV as a cameraman and advertising salesman. He also worked at WCCB-TV in advertising sales. After retirement, he worked at Hyatt's Gunshop. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting and fishing. He was a member of the Charlotte Rifle & Pistol Club and NRA. He realized a life-long dream by traveling to Africa for a safari. As a favorite pastime, he loved to cook and eat Lebanese food from his mother's recipes. He was also a huge Carolina Panther and Duke Blue Devil fan. He was the first President of the Metrolina Phoenician Club.
Frank is survived by his daughter, Samantha Mack, and her fiance, Mike Baskin. He is also survived by his brother, John J. Mack and his wife Christy; his nieces Jenna Mack, Lynda Robinson, Jane Mack, Elaine Knight, Beth Collins, Amanda Amon; nephews John, Steve, Richard, Steve, Charles Wilson, George, Rick, Scot, Chris and Kevin; Samantha's "sisters" Whitney Ellsworth, Jennifer Nesbit and Danielle Russell. He is also survived by a huge extended family whom he loved and cherished very much.
Frank is preceded in death by his siblings, Theodore, Philp, George, Charles "Lewis", Clara and Cinnie Powell.
A special thank you to DaVita South, ICU Team at CMC Pineville, the Regency Retirement Village, and Pineville Rehab.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, August 25, at 6:30pm at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 6828 Old Reid Road, Charlotte, NC 28210. A reception celebrating Frank's life will be held following the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jimmy V Foundation at www.jimmyv.org. Condolences may be left at www.McEwenPinevilleChapel.com.
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Joe Bistany and spouse Bert.
August 17, 2025
Rest in peace my friend of many years.
Gail James Henley
October 7, 2016
My memories of Frank start in the 3rd grade, and he was a close friend for life. We always kept in touch with each other. Love you Frankie! I'll see you in Heaven. John, I am so sorry for your lose. You were a good brother. To Frank's entire family I wish I could have met you all. You are in my prayers.
Tim Ford
October 3, 2016
Samantha and John and all Frank's family, 'The Bear' was a good friend and a good man. I was shocked to hear he passed and sorry I was not more present after Frank went to the Pineville facility. Good memories.
Blessings on you all in this time of human loss. Sincerely, Tim Ford
Choux and Bob Stultz
August 26, 2016
Good memories from the good ol' days..Always remember you, Frank
August 26, 2016
My heartfelt sympathies to the Mack family. Sami Oweida
August 25, 2016
Sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I have a lot of great memories of working with him at WBTV. He was one of those people who knew how to live life to the fullest, no matter the circumstances. After WBTV, I would see him at his restaurant on Southern Pines Blvd, and Hyatt's. He was always up beat and fun. He is one of those people I can think of and laugh because of all the good memories. RIP my friend, you will be missed.
Clint Pressley
Paul Miller
August 24, 2016
Meeting Frank on day one is being a friend for life,he was that way.He was Mr.Big at WBTV and I was rookie salesman WBT-AM.He shared much wisdom and he also shared some fantastic chow-chow at home cookout!Stories abounded with this great man-and he always had you laughing.Thank You old friend-see you later. Paul Miller.
Tom Burch
August 24, 2016
"Bear" was my suitemate in 1964-65 at Belmont Abbey and he was my PledgeMaster when I joined Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity in 1965. Bear was a HUGE influence on me and no one ever saw Bear without also seeing a wide grin on his face. Frank "Bear" Mack rates as one of the most unforgettable people in my life. He will be deeply missed.
Michael and Tora Montella
August 24, 2016
Our deepest sympathy goes to the Mack family on their loss. We worked with Frank at Hyatt's and loved his upbeat personality, not to mention sharing the fantastic Lebanese dishes he made. I still have his recipe for Tabouleh his Mother made.
Connie Economides Brendle
August 24, 2016
It warmed my heart meeting your father Samantha. Although he was a patient of mine for only a day, it felt like knew him a lifetime. What a beautiful soul. You & your family have been blessed. Keeping you in my prayers.
Darlene Jones
August 24, 2016
I worked with Frank at Channel 36 when we were young and just in the business. Frank was sent out with me on my first Sales call and we were friends from there on. He was an honest and sincere individual and everyone that knew him liked and respected him. He will be sorely missed. RIP Frank Mack.
Ann Benton
August 23, 2016
Dean and I have so many happy memories of Frank and his family! Frank took us to Orchard Mountain many years ago and we had such good times! Had it not been for Frank, we would not have a home there now! You will be so missed, my friend!
René Hodges
August 23, 2016
It's hard for me to imagine a world without Frank. He meant so much to me, my family and to his vast network of friends. If you ever met him, you'd never forget him. God speed, Frank Mack...yours was a life well lived.
René
Joe & Bert Bistany
August 23, 2016
While we were out of town we were saddened to learn of Frankie's passing.I will miss our conversations after mass at St Vincents and reminiscing of family gatherings of years past.Our prayers go out to all of Frankie's family.He was a great guy.
Carolyn Kromer
August 23, 2016
I am so sorry for you loss.
Tim Crumley
August 23, 2016
I met Frank while in the Television business in Charlotte and also worked with him at WCCB-TV. We shared an office, played Golf and our families became very good friends. Even though I am in Florida now, I have thought of him often and am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was an amazing man!
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Debra Johnson
August 23, 2016
Thinking of you Samantha during this very difficult time. Prayers being lifted!
Susan Poore
August 23, 2016
Love my memories of Frank. Thinking of all of the family. Hope the love of family and friends brings you comfort.
Ann Helms
August 23, 2016
Praying for you and your family!
Jane Balfrey
August 23, 2016
Dear Samantha, family, and extended family...I had the privilege of working with Frank at that other station.....you know the one - "if you can sell this station, you can sell anything". Not sure if that was a Frank quote, but it was definitely a motto during those days. It was a time filled with hard work, great fun and humor, always humor. And there was a kind, steady and anchoring presence know as Frank Mack. I feel fortunate to have known him and extend my most sincere sympathies.
August 23, 2016
Dear Samantha,
Thinking of you and your family.
Always, Wayne Collins and Gene Baker.
Gail Williams
August 23, 2016
I worked with Frank at WCCB-TV. He had such amazing relationships with everyone! Friendly, sincere and funny! He had a magnetic personality. May you rest in a pleasant peace, Frank.
Angie Riemke
August 23, 2016
Sorry for your loss
August 22, 2016
Over the years, I was fortunate to have some memorable visits and phone conversations with Frankie. We had an automatic cousin connection that translated into lots of laughs, memory sharing, and hopes of future visits. Unfortunately, there were not enough of those lovely moments. He will always be remembered. With love, Martha Ann Isaac
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