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Frank Baron died peacefully on December 3rd in Bridgeport, CT at the age of 88. Frank is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth Foster Baron, his son David Baron and his wife Ginni, his daughter Patricia Charles and her husband Keith; a daughter-in-law, Bettina Baron, and his sister Jean P. Ahlberg. He was predeceased by his son, Paul. Frank loved being with his 7 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Frank was born on Christmas Day in 1926 in Bridgeport, to Carol and Anna Baron. He was the "baby brother" of 4 older sisters, Florence, Dorothy, Carol and Jean. He graduated from Roger Ludlowe High School in Fairfield. Frank served in World War II as an Army Scout in Okinawa and later in Korea. He attended Clarkson University studying Chemical Engineering. Frank and Ruth made their home in Monroe where they had three children, Paul, Pat and David. They moved to Myrtle Beach, SC in 1963. Frank and the family returned to Fairfield in 1968 when he started the Trumbull business Baron Technology Inc. in 1982 until retiring in 2012. Frank was an active ham radio operator and a member of the Fairfield Amateur Radio Association. He was past president of the Radio Control Club of CT, a model airplane group serving the Bridgeport area. He was president of the Photo Chemical Machining Institute (PCMI) and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Bridgeport Symphony. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, December 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. meeting directly at St. Pius X Church, 834 Brookside Drive, Fairfield. Interment will follow in Lawncroft Cemetery, Fairfield. Friends may call Sunday from 2-6 p.m. in the Spear-Miller Funeral Home, 39 South Benson Road, Fairfield. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army 30 Elm Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604. For information or to sign an online guest register please visit www.SpearMillerFuneralHome.com
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for Frank Baron
Mark Connelly
December 29, 2015
Recently heard of Frank's passing.
My sympathy's and condolence's to all.
I will always remember him as a down to earth, warm and friendly man.
Sandra Tripp
December 8, 2015
Dear Baron family,
I told Frank I considered he and Ruth my surrogate parents after mine passed away, I will so miss our phone visits. I am grateful were able to come out and see him in October and spend time with the family. I send my love to all of you, especially to Ruth.
Love,
Sandee
Rick Hunt
December 7, 2015
Dave: I will remember Frank for his wit he always had something to say. Audrey and I would seek him out for a quick chat when ever he was up. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Rick and Audrey Hunt
Brian Spisto
December 7, 2015
So sorry to hear of Franks passing.
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Rich Rosselli
December 7, 2015
Dear David, Ruth and the entire Baron Family,
I feel blessed to have known Frank and will always remember him as a very kind man who had a positive impact on so many. I am very sorry for your loss and the entire Northeast Laser team sends our condolences.
December 7, 2015
Dave and Baron family, Thinking of you and the family in a time of sorrow.
Dick & Linda Rosenlieb
Dick Placzek
December 7, 2015
Dave,
I'm very sorry to hear the news about your father's death. My sincere condolences. May he rest in peace.
December 7, 2015
Dear Pat,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Gonzalez
December 7, 2015
To our Dear Friends we are sadden for your loss. Grandpa Baron will be sadly missed. His smile had that warmth you can only have with such love for his family & all around him. How he shined when he was around all of you his loved ones, especially the love of his life Ruth, Grandma Baron. We are honered to have known such a kind and gentle man. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
God Bless love,
Chris, jim, Will Tony Skip & Family
Michelle Caceres
December 6, 2015
Sorry for the lost,His smile walking in every morning into the company greeting everyone with his dog will be missed. My condolences
December 6, 2015
Dear Ruth:
We are very saddened by the passing of Frank, especially those at the Greater Bridgeport Symphony.
We pray for his rest, and we also pray for you,
Our sincere condolences,
Octavio & Nela Choy
Gail-Paul Janensch
December 6, 2015
Paul and I enjoyed dining with Frank and Ruth at Watermark at 3030 Park Bridgeport and knew of his supportive role for Bridgeport Symphony and of his business innovations. And his love of their dog. We send our sympathy and pledge of continued friendship to Ruth.
Michelle
December 6, 2015
Dear Auntie Ruth, Pat, David, Bettina, Auntie Jean, and the rest of our family,
A reflection-Uncle Frank was soft spoken. His voice always evoked a nourishing warmth. Generous and kind, he represented the best of what his birth date stands for. I will miss him.
Michelle
Judy Higgins
December 5, 2015
Dear Ruth and Family, I am so saddened by Frank's passing and offer my sincere condolences to you at this sad time. I hope you will call upon me for any help that I can offer you. God Bless and comfort you and your family. Judy Higgins
Joe Conte
December 5, 2015
Dave my deepest condolences to both you and your family .
Bob Weber
December 5, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Rest in peach Frank.
Mark Kasmin
December 5, 2015
Dear Mrs. Baron: Please accept my sincerest sympathy in the loss of your husband. Both you & Frank were very supportive of me and the music program at St. Pius during my tenure there. May warm memories sustain you in the days ahead.
Barb and Rob Francis
December 4, 2015
Our prayers are with you and your family, Ruth.
Frank was a great friend and he will be missed.
Hugs Barb and Rob Francis.
Steven Zacharius
December 4, 2015
Our heart goes out to the entire family. We never had the pleasure of meeting Frank but he sounded like such an interesting person and you can see what an influence he was on David.
Jim Konkel
December 4, 2015
My sincerest condolences to all on Frank's passing. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. God Bless one and all.
December 4, 2015
David and family...Am truely saddened by the news of Franks passing. He was indeed a good man and I will always remember him as a friend. Am in Canada and sadly unable to attend services. Take care...Ray & Sue Scoggins
Gary Schmidt
December 4, 2015
Peace and prayers for comfort.
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
December 5, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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