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Frank Wingrove Obituary
A celebration of life service will be Saturday, Jan. 5, at Adams Funeral Home, 502 Douglas Ave., Ames. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. and the service at 11 a.m.
Memorials may be given in memory of Frank to LiveStrong.org.
He loved life, education, and travel with his wife, Susan. He was born in Arion, the son of Linn and Martha Wingrove.
He graduated with a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University, and then taught science in Elkhorn and Sioux City before starting dental school in 1969. After graduating in 1973 in dentistry from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, he went on to earn a master's degree in periodontics in 1975 and his MBA in 1989 from University of Iowa Business School. He practiced periodontics in Ames, Charles City, Marshalltown, Pella and Waterloo. He also enjoyed teaching at the University of Iowa Dental School and doing research with Regena Therapeutics.
Frank will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and healer. He is survived by his wife, Susan; their children, Dawn (husband, Scott, daughter, Bailey), DaNae (husband, Paul), Danielle (fiancé, Alex), Ryan (Beth) and Reid (Deana); and siblings Linda Dreibelbis, and Cheri Humphry.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Wingrove
Lora Nissen
January 8, 2008
I will always remember the trip that Frank took us (DaNae and myself) to MN to buy our prom dresses. He was so much fun and gave us such good advise. He will be missed by many!
Steven Paxton
January 8, 2008
Frank was such a good person. He was always so friendly to me. We had some good times together especially our Senior year when we served together in the Class Presidency. May God comfort you in your time of grief.
Mike Franzman
January 6, 2008
When I was a third-year dental student trying to figure out what to do after graduation, I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Wingrove on a surgery in the clinic. From that point forward I was hooked and decided on a career in periodontics. I will always be grateful for the time Frank spent with me and the advice he gave. I will miss him very much and wish your family peace during this difficult time.
bill wingrove
January 6, 2008
Our sincere sympathy to all. Bill is a cousin of Frank's. We didn't know until we read it in the Denison paper. Bill is older than Frank but he remembers all the family dinners they had. He remembers how close Frank and Ted were. One family dinner especially he remembers when Ted and Frank were outside playing and got into some paint.
Bill Wingrove
January 6, 2008
Our Sincere Sympathy to Frank's family.Frank was a cousin of Bill's . We didn't know until we read his obituary in the Denison paper. Bill remembers the family dinners they always had. Bill is older but he remembers how close Frank and Ted were.He especially remembers one Sunday dinner when Frank and Ted got into some paint outside and were just covered with white and red paint.He thinks they were about seven or eight years old then.
Glenn Maze
January 5, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of this untimely sad news. I am so grateful for Frank caring for the Ames area patients. Our chats regarding common patients were special. My thoughts are with you Susan, Danielle, Danae & Dawn.
Lynne Eldridge
January 4, 2008
Susan,
I am sure Frank is rejoicing on the other side - knowing he had the world's most devoted wife behind him every minute of every day in his fight. God bless you and comfort you.
Lynne Eldridge
Tracy Just
January 4, 2008
Wingrove Family,
My heart goes out to you during this time. I will always cherish my first job out of dental hygiene school working for Frank. He taught me a great deal,not only about the dental field but about life in general. He was caring, loved his family dearly, and very professional in his work. I will greatly miss seeing him at the "U" as I always looked forward to visiting with him when he came.
With deepest sympathy,
Tracy
Graham Bell
January 4, 2008
Frank was a good friend during our years together in the class of 73. My thoughts go out to his family. I know all his friends will miss him
Nancy Miller
January 4, 2008
Dr. Wingrove was one of the best people I have ever had the privilege to know. During the years he did my three implants I always found him pleasant, a smile for all, caring, and loved talking about world events. We all lost a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and many friends, co-workers, and patients.
Tony and Amy Korthaus
January 4, 2008
DaNae and family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kelly Kretlow
January 4, 2008
Dawn we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know hard this is and if there is anything we can do, please let us know. Please give Bailey a hug for us. We will be thinking of you.
Kelly and Gary Kretlow
John & Nancy De Angelo
January 4, 2008
We are sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Wingrove. A great periodontist, educator, and innovator but most of all a great friend to know. He will truly be missed by many. Our prayers and condolances to his family. Remember the great memories he shared with all.
Stacy Staebell
January 3, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Frank. I had the pleasure of getting to know him during my freshman and Sophmore years in high school. He was such a great fan of our CHS Basketball team and always such a cheerful fan. DaNae, I'm thinking of you and praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Kelli Punelli
January 3, 2008
Danielle, Danae & Dawn - So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelli (Susong) & Dominic Punelli
Dominic, Rocco & Roman
Danielle Edwards
January 3, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Wingrove as his dental assistant in Ames and Marshalltown and am so glad I got to spend time getting to know him. He was one of the most caring people and spent numerous hours in the hospital with my family after I was injured in a car accident. Susan and girls, you are in my thoughts and prayers and I know he's looking down smiling and watching over you all.
Laura, Mark, and Addison Zielinski
January 3, 2008
Danielle, DaNae, and Dawn:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Livestrong!!!
Mike Agron
January 3, 2008
I was very sorry to hear of Dr. Wingrove's passing. I visited his office, last summer, and he was very helpful in his diagnosis. I had hoped to be able to visit him, again, one day. He was a true professional, a gentleman, and will be missed. All my best to Dr. Wingrove's family.
barb kaefring
January 3, 2008
denae i`m so sorry for your loss i have been thinking about you alot if there any thing i can do let me know i love you and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your faily at this time. barb kaefring
Ann Schmidt
January 3, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My sincere condolences and best wishes. Ann Schmidt
Jeff and Dawn Irwin
January 3, 2008
Our thoughts are with your family at this time.
Kay & Dave Martin
January 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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