Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Mex L. Frates, 98, died August 30, 2006. She was born January 15, 1908 in Moweaqua, Illinois. At the age of three, she moved to Oklahoma City with her parents, W. J. and Gertrude Rodman. Her life paralleled the history of the City and State through booms, busts, triumphs and tragedies. She...
Read MoreI am sorry to learn of the loss of Mex Frates - a dignified and intelligent presence in Oklahoma City. She was upbeat, positive and a real leader.
Mary Edwards
November 23, 2006 | New York [born Ok City], NY
I am one of Mexs' great-grand daughters. She used to come down to Florida once a year to visit. I really treasured the time I got to spend with her. She was such a vibrant, caring, and loving woman. She will be missed by all and I will keep my memories of her close to my heart.
Melissa Frates-Begg
September 13, 2006 | St. Cloud, FL
Mex was such a treasure and memories of her will live on and on.
Several years ago I co-hosted a wedding shower and Mex was an invited guest. She was the first to RSVP, the first to arrive (on time) and the first to send a thank you note (arriving the next day). Everyone who entertains appreciates a prompt RSVP. I was so impressed I sent her a gift. Several weeks later I gave a party at my home in Denver and several prizes were given but my favorite was the MEX AWARD - given to the first...
Ruth Ann (Campbell) Tucker
September 13, 2006 | Cherry HIlls Village, CO
Mex was the kindest, warmest person in my life. I thought of her everyday with a smile on my face. She is a strong presence in my heart and will never be forgotten. What great parents to have for you Rodman and Kent. She was a complete joy to have as my grandmother who I loved dearly. She will truly be missed.
Ramona Frates/Baiunco
September 12, 2006 | Melbourne, FL
Kent & Rod, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Shelia Lyon
September 02, 2006 | Norman, OK
Mex: You were an inspiration to all who knew and loved you. We have gained mightily from our friendship with you and all the Frates family. Dick & Annie Bohanon
Dick Bohanon
September 02, 2006 | Oklahoma City, OK
Kent, Rodman, you were blessed by having your wonderful mother for 98 years. God Bless
Jim Satterfield
Jim Satterfield
September 02, 2006 | Atlanta, GA
MEX! You're a celebrity when you're known by your first name. She would have been president if she had been born 50 years later. We shared the same birthday and I have received a card every year for 65 years. She's a friend and a legend that will never be forgotten.
Wendell Long
Wendell Long
September 01, 2006 | Oklahoma City, OK
What a wonderful friend she was to so many, she always had a funny joke or two when she came in to take care of her watches. There are no words at times like these but fond memories help.
Colleen Harrison
August 31, 2006 | Oklahoma City, OK
