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Frank Hrisomalos Obituary
age 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday December 2, 2015 at IU Hospice House in Bloomington, Indiana, in the city of his birth, in the presence of his family and beloved wife Becky who selflessly cared for him day and night during his year and a half battle with cancer. He worked up until the day he fell ill. Frank was born April 1, 1929 to Nick and Katina Hrisomalos, from Rapsani and Larissa, Greece. Frank spent his childhood growing-up in and around his parent's establishment, Nick's English Hut, which has now become a college institution as well as a city landmark. He spent his childhood as the only son of two Greek immigrants who came to America to start a better life and seek the American Dream. He graduated from Bloomington High School in 1946, and then attended Purdue University, and was a member of Alpha Sigma Phi fraternity, graduating with a pharmacy degree in 1951. He returned to Bloomington, Indiana and practiced pharmacy for a short while(at Brummett's Pharmacy on Third Street) while at the same time taking classes at Indiana University to meet the requirements to apply to medical school. He married Athena "Becky" Anton in 1954 at St. Andrew's Greek Orthodox Church in South Bend, Indiana, moved to Indianapolis and graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1957. He moved back to his hometown with his beautiful wife and two young children (which would soon grow to four) in tow and started his solo Family Medicine practice on Kirkwood Avenue- just a few blocks from their home-now "People's Park", with Nick's being in between the two. He took care of patients seven days a week for 57 years, until he fell ill at work, necessitating his retirement grudgingly in 2014.He always said he would never stop working, but he finally had no choice. Roles reversed themselves, and the doctor became the patient. Over a career spanning 57 years, he saved lives, gave meaning to lives, and made a difference in so many lives.
Frank became the longest practicing physician in Monroe County and was very proud of that accomplishment. "Dr. Frank" as they would call him, began taking care of the grandchildren of patients he had actually delivered decades ago. He had a true love and tremendous enthusiasm for Medicine. He practiced during the grand days of the Family Practitioner-administering anesthetics before the subspecialty of anesthesia became further developed, and delivering thousands of babies, at all times of the day and night (even including one of his own daughters). He was exceedingly kind, dedicated, generous, wise and humble-he always wanted to talk about others, not himself. He sacrificed his own life and personal time to help others, and spent years on the Bloomington Public Board of Works, under several different Mayors, and the Director of Public Investment Corporation and Chairman of the Board for decades. He spent years as Director of many local nursing homes and had a special place in his heart for those patients. He believed in the dignity of all people, young and old. He was awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash as well as becoming a Kentucky Colonel, and on his 80th birthday, celebrated in a place of great significance in his life, Nick's English Hut, Mark Kruzan, Mayor of Bloomington proclaimed on April 1, 2009 "Dr. Frank Hrisomalos Day". Frank had a passion for so many things- from the Arts to IU Athletics; he had a fantastic memory-his knowledge of history was remarkable; he inherited his love of property and investing from his father, who many years earlier with foresights had purchased the farm land where Frank would later build his family home-where he lived, entertained and enjoyed his family and friends since 1963. Frank lived a magical and wonderful life, and left a legacy that will live on forever within all of us, and inspired all of his children to pursue the same passion of helping and healing. He will always be here, inside of us all, until the end of time.
Frank is survived by his wife of 61 years, Athena "Becky" Hrisomalos, sons Nick Hrisomalos (Joni), Tom Hrisomalos(Debbie), daughters Karen Hrisomalos(Gary Gettelfinger ), Elaine Coghlan(Kevin) and grandchildren Frank Hrisomalos, Emily Hrisomalos, Matthew Coghlan, Sarah Coghlan, Megan Coghlan, Nicholas Shirley, Alexandra Shirley, Addison Ahrendts, Olivia Gettelfinger, Christian Gettelfinger, Alex Jerden and Scott Jerden(Brittany). Preceding him in death were his father Nick Hrisomalos of Rapsani, Greece, his mother Katina Hrisomalos of Larissa, Greece, and his granddaughter Faith Coghlan of Bloomington, Indiana.
Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. with a Trisagion Prayer Service at 8:45 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, and 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Monday, December 7 at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, 2700 E Rogers Rd. The Orthodox Christian Funeral Service will he held on Monday, December 7 at 12 p.m. at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church with Reverend Father Peter Jon Gillquist officiating. Burial will follow in Valhalla Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the All Saints Orthodox Church of Bloomington, Indiana 6004 S Fairfax Road Bloomington, Indiana 47401, or the IU Hospice House at Bloomingtonhospitalfoundation.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Day & Deremiah-Frye Funeral Home. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Sherwood Oaks Christian Church for allowing them to use their facilities for the Funeral Services. Condolences may be left at www.DayDeremiahFrye.com
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Mary Brunner
February 21, 2017
I live out of state, and did not here of Dr, Franks passing.until now..Wanted to share my condolences to the whole family, and many friends.......
.I use to work at Bloomington, Hospital., as a nurse, and I will always remember him as a man of great compassion...........Two things stand out in my mind, and i still remember them even though it has been many years now...I would like to share them both.................One night when working at the hospital on what use to be 3-North....several of us nurses stood back, looking on, as two very fine doctors stood silently down the hall conferring with one another..It was a Hallmark scene, as those two fine doctors were father, and son, ..Dr. Frank and Dr. Tom....It was so poignant at the time..The lights were dimmed, due to the lateness of the hour.,so they both were cast in a warm glow, as they stood conferring side, by side. Father, and son....It was a memorable moment seeing them like that........Son, following in his dads footsteps, and It is something i will always remember.
.One other memory.......When giving, or taking report we always referred to father, and son, as Dr. Frank, ad Dr. Tom... One night a new nurse asked who Dr. Frank was, and why we called him by his first name......One person said,' we call him that, as they are father, and son, and so nurses know who we are talking about , it was a little shorter too"....Dr. Frank will always be remembered for the , compassionate, and kind doctor, and man he was to everyone .
.My prayers, and thoughts are with his beloved wife, and his whole family....
I know too, that Dr. Frank is now, *In the arms of his Heavenly Father*....What a glorious place to be....We will see him again....God bless his family, and his many friends too.
Kim Sackmann
February 17, 2017
I don't know how I missed Dr Frank's passing but as always when my friends get together we talk about what a fun time it was working in the Bloomington Hospital and having Dr Frank come in and brighten up everybody's day. He was a Rock Star. God Bless and safe travels old friend. Fondly; Kim McManus Sackmann, Becky Lindell Sayers, and Sherry Anne Brookbank.
Gary Beard
December 14, 2015
To the Hrismalos famiy,
My sincerest condolences on the passing of Dr. Frank. In addition to fondly remembering my time with all of you growing up, in the past few years, Dr. Frank took great care of both my parents while they were at Garden Villa. He will be greatly missed, but he has left a lasting legacy that carries on with all of you.
Cathy & Steve Selin
December 13, 2015
What a beautiful tribute to an amazing life well-lived. It does not seem that Frank could have fit anything more into his life on earth, giving in so many ways. May his memory be eternal.
December 13, 2015
With sincere sympathy for your loss
Me agape, Long live his memory
George and Susan Novalis
Tucson, Arizona
Karen Lincicome Adams
December 12, 2015
To the Hrisomalos Family,
You will be in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time of loss.
Sincerely,
Maurice and Marilynne Imhoof
December 9, 2015
All our sympathy to the family.
December 8, 2015
To Becky and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Frank's passing. He was a man who was easy to love and I know many Bloomingtonian's did so.
All my sympathy to all of you
Jan Skinner, Bloomington
Sharon Drach Mangas
December 7, 2015
My widowed mother moved with her three little girls to Bloomington in 1960 to finish her college education. She was just 40. I am her youngest daughter. I was going into 4th grade when we moved to Bloomington, and I'm now 64. Our little family of women came to Dr. Hrisomalos very early in his practice. Dr. Frank was so compassionate. He only charged my mother a very minimal amount to see us, as he knew mother's financial circumstances weren't good. He also served as mom's de facto psychologist many times, lending an ear when life got difficult. He helped her through the challenges of raising children as a single mother, at a time in history when the concept of "single mom" barely existed. He was a kind, compassionate man, and I will never forget the kindnesses he extended to our family. Thinking of all the Hrisomalos family at this time, and remembering Dr. Frank with much affection.
Nathan Sherlock, M.D.
December 7, 2015
An absolutely wonderful man and physician who was our family doctor when I was a child and inspired me to go to medical school and become a physician myself. My condolences to his wife Becky and his children, especially Dr. Tom.
Patricia Dow
December 7, 2015
I did not know Dr. Hrisomalis but was a patient of Dr. Tom's. Dr. Frank and his wife had/have to be very special people to have raised such a compassionate and caring son as Dr. Tom. My sympathies to the family.
Ron Powell
December 7, 2015
To all of the Hrisomalos family,
Dr. Frank was my physician and friend for over 40 years. In all of those years, I never heard one person say a negative word about him as either a doctor or a person. His compassion, generosity and, yes, skill as a physician were unparalleled in this city he loved so much.
I have many fond memories of Dr. Frank, but allow me to share just one with you. About twenty years ago, I mentioned offhandedly to him that Pat Murphy and I had gone to Chicago to take in a Bears game and make an obligatory visit to eat at Greek Islands restaurant. With a twinkle in his eye and that amazing voice, he gently chided us for not "inviting me to go with you." For the next two decades, I could count on at least one inquisition annually of, "So, Ron, have you and Pat Murphy made any trips to Chicago to see a Bears game and eat in Greektown lately?" It became our standing joke that never ceased to amuse me and him, even as a prostate exam may have succeeded that comment within minutes. I will miss him immensely and consider myself very fortunate to have known him as a doctor and a friend.
Mary Frazo
December 6, 2015
Becky & family. I am so sorry to learn about Dr Frank's passing. I had the privilege of working with Dr Frank both @ the hospital & he was my mother-in-law's Dr when she was in the nursing home. He was always so compassionate & didn't care how many questions I had he answered all of them. As a nurse he always treated me professionally & respected my thoughts concerning his patients. He always had a smile on his face. I remember hearing othe nurses from nursing homes say that he sometimes brought them pizza because he knew they were busy. He is someone I will never forget. Will be thinking of you all during this difficult time. He was proud of you Becky & his children & loved talking about them. God bless you all.
Victoria Bedford
December 6, 2015
So sorry for you loss, Dr. Elaine Coglan. Please accept my condolences.
December 6, 2015
I remember Frank for delivering our children, the illnesses like typhoid fever ,meningitis,and other serious illness that he guided to us wellness. He was a great doctor, a great friend to many, a great citizen and supporter of our community. There is not a finer man than Frank. steve ferguson
Norman Terry
December 6, 2015
Dr. Frank was not just my doctor He was my long time Friend.I'll miss my friend. May God hold the Hirsomalos Family in His hand God Bless! Norman of Nick's
Tom Seeber
December 6, 2015
My sympathies to the family. He was a great man and a kind soul. I will miss him.
Sharon Balaban-Russell
December 6, 2015
My first husband worked at Nick's when he was a student. He got to know Frank's parents and indeed the whole family. When he worked at the old Fireside Restaurant, Frank was one of the customers who asked for Joe to serve him. That was the early 60's. Frank later was our family physician and as recently as two years ago was two of my sons physician. A history of over 50 years. We have many 'Frank' stories, he played a special part in our lives. We will miss him.
Nancy Byczek
December 6, 2015
Dr. Frank was the kindest and most loving Dr. I ever worked for. He made going to work a pleasure. Prayers for his family. He certainly will be missed by many.
Cindi Cheek Vautaw
December 6, 2015
What a great tribute in all of these entries! Although I did not have the privilege of knowing Frank, I have read every entry and feel the loss of never knowing him!! What a great legacy he leaves with all the lives he touched!! BECKY, my prayers are with you! I know that God has welcomed His "good and faithful servant" into his loving arms,and that you will be reunited someday. May he comfort you until that day.
Phil and Ann Eskew
December 5, 2015
Such a great man. Patriarch of a wonderful family. Touched many lives. Left a legacy of children.
Beth Long
December 5, 2015
Dr. Frank was such a kind and gentleman. He was my physician and he took time with me. I am a nurse and respect him. He always answered my questions and so willing to teach me. He was a Medical Director for the building I was a D.O.N. He will be missed by so many. My heart felt condolences to his family.
Beth Long
Dirk and Leah Fraser and Shopkow
December 5, 2015
We were so sorry to hear about Frank's death. It seems no matter how long you have someone, it is never long enough. As Dickens said, life is full of meetings and partings, but the partings are very hard. Our thoughts are with your family.
Val & Dane Scott
December 5, 2015
My husband and I want to offer our deepest sympathy to the Hrisomalos family. He was our Dr. and four generations of my family. Dr. Frank was more than a Dr., he was compassionate,caring, interested in our lives and offered all the time you needed. I always admired how he treated his staff. You could tell there was mutual respect there. He delivered our son and made a special visit last year when our son passed away at 36 to personally offer his sympathy, made 2 trips until he found my husband at work to tell us how sorry he was and to send his sympathy and sadness over our loss to me. He always remembered where we worked, consoled me through losing my grandma that he was also very sad to lose, and sent flowers when my mom died. We always left an office visit feeling better just because of his care. We could tell how much he loved all of his family and truly cared about his patients. We were blessed to have him as our Dr. He will be remembered fondly by so many and our community was a better place with all he did for the place we knew he loved and the people he touched. You will be missed Dr. Frank. Val and Dane Scott.
Donna Robinson
December 5, 2015
I will remember Dr. Frank and his dear wife (inseparably) as personifying grace, humility, and love--for their family, their friends, their community. He has left an indelible mark on my fondly remembered 'home in Indiana'. I am grateful to have spent a significant part of my life during his. Blessings and love to his family .
Bill Wencel
December 5, 2015
Bill and Maggie Wencel would like to offer their sincere condolences to the entire Hrisomalos family. Frank sounded like a terrific man. All the best.
Lydia Finkelstein
December 5, 2015
Dear Becky and Family,
Bloomington has lost another of its 'Great Men' with Frank's death. He was
an example of what makes Bloomington such a special and welcoming place; his warmth toward his fellow man was contagious. His life was an example for
others to emulate. May his memory be a
blessing.
Shirley Deem
December 5, 2015
I was a patient of Dr. Karsel till Dr Frank took over his practice. Dr Frank delivered my youngest daughter Oct. 4, 1958. He also delivered both her children years later. When my grandmother was too sick to go to the office, Dr. Frank went to the house and treated her at home. He helped my daughter through a very emotional time in her life and gave her sound advice. I am sure his family will never know the overall scope of this man's life and the impact he has had on several generations that he has treated. Me? He saved my life with his insight and skill as a doctor. It was truly a privilege to know him!! This community as lost a treasure....
Kimberly Talbert
December 5, 2015
Dr. Frank became our family doctor in 1971 at his office on Kirkwood Avenue. He delivered my son and daughter. He always listened for as much time as was needed for us. He was always kind, patient, and sincerely caring. His patients were always a priority before other physicians when they called him on the telephone. I am so blessed to have experienced what a family doctor needs to be for his patients something today's doctors could look to for the most prime example of the best of the best of doctors -- a true servant. My heart is saddened for all of his family. May peace and strength be your sails and God give you calm waters.
The Rev. Lisa Belcher Hamilton
December 5, 2015
My prayers for Dr. Frank and everyone he loves -- especially my friend, Karen. Like Karen, I am proud that Dr. Frank brought me into this world. My mother (Maxine Brlcher) adored him, and we were all blessed that he cared for her until his death from Alzheimer's. We were one of many, many families whose lives were made better by Dr. Frank. I hope Karen and the rest of his family will find comfort in knowing that Bloomington is better because of Dr. Frank.
December 5, 2015
I am honored to have known uncle frank-such an amazing man. My warmest thoughts and memories remain.
Yvonne
Joel Shields
December 5, 2015
Our family doctor from the 60's until he retired, this is the guy who gave me shots, cleaned my ears, listened to my heart, drew my blood and certified my health for Boy Scout camp. Terrified in 1983, he was the only one outside of my immediate circle who I could comfortably talk to about what was going on at the time. That talk with that man probably saved my life. Rest in peace, Dr. Frank. You were one fine doctor and my friend.
Connie Gove
December 5, 2015
I had the wonderful privilege of meeting Dr Frank while working as a nurse at a nursing facility. He was not only kind to the patients but to the nurses as well. I learned so many things from him. He loved teaching the nurses.. I'm saddened that we have lost such a wonderful caring man. A true Bloomington legacy. A true servants heart.
Dr. Frank would have liked this one!
Charles Farris
December 5, 2015
Such a great man and always enjoyed seeing Dr Frank and talking with him about photography. He will be missed!
Phyllis Wampler (Crebbs)
December 5, 2015
I was thirteen years old when Dr. Frank became our family doctor. He had made a house call to my parents' house because my mother was too ill to go to his office. He delivered both of my children, one of whom was still his patient when Dr. Frank retired. He was always so kind to my parents. My father would have me take him to Dr. Frank's, not because he was sick, just because he wanted to visit with Dr. Frank, and Dr. Frank would sit, talk and listen. My husband and I remained patients of Dr. Frank's until his retirement. He was not only a wonderful physician to our family, but a great friend. You will be soooooooo missed. Heaven has received a wonderful, kind and thoughful man.
Alaine Martin
December 5, 2015
He was my mother's dr. He was a kind man and will be missed. RIP
Dianna Jennings
December 4, 2015
The kingdom of heaven has gotten much nicer with the entrance of this kind man. I first became acquainted while working in Bloomington and saw how much he cared and interacted with fellow healthcare workers and patients. He will be greatly missed.
Kim King Smith
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was the best! A legend for our entire surrounding community;a healer, filled with kindness and service to all! What a legacy he leaves in his remarkable and brilliant family! His service and love for mankind will always be remembered. Prayers and love to the family.
Rajih Haddawi
December 4, 2015
Let us all celebrate the rich Life of our dear friend and Colleague Frank Hrisomalos. For a very long time he mentored me when I arrived to Bloomington as a new physician in 1972. His wisdom, compassion for his patients and the profession of Medicine is second to none. I always admired his love to his family and the way together with Becky nurtured the outstanding four children. The community will miss Frank and fortunately we have Becky, Nicholas, Karen, Tom and Elaine. Our condolences to all of you for the loss and take pride for inheriting the legacy of the man you all loved.
Raj Haddawi M.D.
Chapel Hill
December 4, 2015
WILL BE DEARLEY MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM AND SORRY FOR THE ONES WHO NEVER HAD OR GOT THE CHANCE TO MEET HIM. MIRANDA GILL R.I.P.DOC
Linda Allison
December 4, 2015
Dr Frank was always one of our favorite doctors. I took calls for him for many years. He will be missed by many.
Kathryn Kovacs
December 4, 2015
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Dr. Frank was very dear to my family. He studied in my grandfather lab in the Chemistry building while working on his undergraduate degree. Dr. Frank delivered myself, my brother Alan Sexton and treated every member of our family for many years. What a blessing Dr. Frank has been to his patients and the city of Bloomington.
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank practiced with my father DR. Neal E.Baxter in the Kirkwood office and delivered 1 of my siblings. We always did Christmas partys at 1 anothers house each year; 1 year at our house and the next year at Frank and Becky's She makes an excellent Baclava and I'll bet still does! Frank will be missed by many but he's now back practicing with Neal once more.
My sincere condolences
Patsy Baxter Wilson
Pamela Hays
December 4, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Dr Frank was the best doctor. He cared about the people he took care of. I was a patient of his for years till I moved out of state. He was such a dear person. He will be missed.
Bill L.
December 4, 2015
Thanks Dr. Frank. My deepest condolences to the Family.
Melissa Fowler Chambers
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was our family dr. For many years, Ray Fowler and family. Dr frank deliverex me and saw me for illness during my pregnancy with my dayghter. He was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with your family at this time. Melissa Fowler Chambers
Sheri Peterson, Stinson
December 4, 2015
Just a note to let the Hrisomalos family know that my heart is heavy, along with theirs. What I am remembering about Dr. Frank as I write this is his kindness to our family. When i was very young, he made a house call in the middle of the night because my mother (Marie Peterson) was so concerned. I ended up having pneumonia! I also think of a decade ago when I was living with, and caring for my mother at the end of her life. We would go see Dr. Frank at the office. He would come into the exam room, sit down, and have a wonderful "visit" with mother. It would make her feel better (when there really was nothing he could do for her at this point).
What a "hero" he was to this community. Peace be with you.
Nancy Bowers
December 4, 2015
I will never forget the kind and gentle care he provided for my family and me while I was a student at IU. A wonderful human being. My condolences to Nick, Joni and all the family.
Nancy Bowers
Joan Goodman
December 4, 2015
My heart is full of wonderful memories of working as a nurse for Dr. Frank years ago at the Kirkwood Ave. office. My deepest sympathies to the family for their loss.
Leslie Holtsclaw
December 4, 2015
I had the privilege of working with Dr. Frank while at Garden Villa. His obituary is very suiting. Such a joyful man, who truly enjoyed life and the help he could offer to others. May God bless your family! He will be missed, but has made many wonderful memories for anyone who knew him.
Richard Koch
December 4, 2015
I am so sorry for your lose. He will be missed by many.
December 4, 2015
Becky -- I am saddened to learn of Frank's passing as he was the highest quality individual I was privileged to meet and work for in March 1953 after Nick passed away. I was hired by Nick the 2 days before St. Patrick's Day 1953 and worked for Tina and Frank until I graduated in 1954. RIP Frank and sincere condolences from Jerry & Cathie Anderson in Scottsdale AZ
Michelle Kahlo
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank will go down in Tri Delta history as the sweetheart who kindly brought food to the sorority house after hours in a container complete with a rope so it could be pulled up and over the front door balcony and into the house for his darling Becky. Ad Astra, Dr. Frank.
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank delivered me and my 4 other siblings.
He was a great man and will be missed.
Edie McNeely Henderson and family
December 4, 2015
Dear Becky, my prayers have been with you and Frank ever since I heard he was ill- you and he have been an inspiration- full of love, generosity and warmth- now I have you both in my heart, as does Barry- we will miss being at Frank's funeral- am on the road, but will be sending you are love and have you always in our hearts. With profound sympathy, Heidi and Barry Gealt
The Hansons
December 4, 2015
In the 70's, Dr.Frank made a house call because my husband, the baby and myself were too sick with flu to go out. Not only did he care for us, he also checked the house for a possible gas leak. In all these years, we have never forgotten his kindness. Our sympathy to his family at this great loss.
Sherri Childers
December 4, 2015
Me and My family were patients of Dr. Frank for many years, and he will be missed. I am a nurse and worked with Dr. Frank many times, And I appreciated him working with us and not over us, he was kind and gentle. We are sorry for your loss. The Childers family, Hurshel, Wanda, Sherri, Dwayne, and Tammy.
Kathy Pratt
December 4, 2015
Becky - Prayers for you an yours as you miss your husband. With hugs and Love,
December 4, 2015
Fixed my shoulder with one pill. Great doctor and a great tipper too.
Joyce Hoene
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was never my doctor although i think he was one of the best. i worked as a nurse at Hospitality House and Fontanbleu where he was the medical Director. i witnessed his skill in the medical field. i watched his bedside manor with his patients. He gave them respect and never tired when they asked the same questions. He was compassionate about his work but it didn't stop there. He never belittled the nurses. he was always teaching and helping us understand what was going on. he never tired of our calls day or night. It saddens me to think that he suffered with a disease that he treated so many people. but i am sure that he would not have wanted any special treatment. Rest in Peace Dr Hrismolas. You won't be forgotten.
Suzanne Harden
December 4, 2015
Dr Frank deliver both of my children. He will be missed. My prays go out to his family.
Pam Immel
December 4, 2015
Dr. Hrisomalos hired me to be his lab tech in '69 when he shared a building with Dr. Baxter. I was there only a year before I left Bloomington, but he showed his employees the warmth that he showed his patients. He was truly a wonderful man. I have thought of him many times over the years. My sincere sympathy to his family.
Richard DeCourcy RN
December 4, 2015
Dr. Tom and family my heart goes out to you. It was a pleasure to share this world for a little while with this wonderful man
Bobby Meek
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank delivered me 53 years ago, he was like family and the last visit I had with him we were reminiscing and he mentioned this himself.
He was a wonderful man, humanitarian and care giver.
There will never be another Dr. Frank.
My deepest condolences to the family.
Kay Thompson
December 4, 2015
So sorry for your loss,
Lois Baldridge-Roseberry
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was our family doctor from the beginning of his practice. He was the very best. Our deepest sympathies to the family for the loss of a great man. Kenneth and Jean Baldridge, Lee Ann, Lois, Ted Baldridge
Michelle Holtsclaw
December 4, 2015
My condolences to the Hrisomalos family
I remember him coming in to hospitality house and always had kind words
Deborah Dunn Dixon
December 4, 2015
Heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Hrisomalos and the extended Hrisomalos Families on the loss of Dr. Frank. A keen mind, gentle spirit, greatly loved and respected. One of the last of such compassionate, caring people who took the time to be present in the moment. May each of us honor Dr. Frank with such care and love for our families, our communities, and one another as our lifelong tribute to Dr. Frank and his family. Well done good and faithful servant. Love and prayers.
Suzy Vaughn
December 4, 2015
I worked with Dr. Hrisomalos when I did patient care at Bloomington Hospital. He was a kind & gentle person; he always supported the nurses. He was proud of his family. What a good person. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Jan & Tom Sinn
December 4, 2015
Much sympathy Becky, Elaine, Debbie, and Tom and your wonderful family members. Sweet memories are bountiful. May those fill your hearts and minds in the days to come! Dr. Frank will never be forgotten.
Sally Hirsch
December 4, 2015
Love to the Hrisomalos family. Dr Frank's boundless curiosity, compassion, and caring soul lives strongly in the character each of his children. He and Becky nurtured the best in people, and together created one of the happiest homes on earth. I can hear his gentle rumbling chuckle even now...
Stacey Ireland-Toal
December 4, 2015
The day Dr. Frank became my doctor I knew I had found my medical "home". His kindness, compassion and knowledge were very rare. I can't even express how much I have and will miss him. There will never be another like him!
Cathy Indig
December 4, 2015
My heartfelt condolences go to all family and friends of Frank. While I didn't know him myself, I have had the pleasure of knowing his son Tom for many years. What a remarkable family, I'm truly sorry for your loss.
Michelle Massey
December 4, 2015
Aww as I read this I remember Dr Frank from goldenliving center where I work and he used to bring joy and lots of compassion for his patients and his fellow nurses and aids while he was there ...prayers for the whole family and Bloomington he will be missed greatly but never forgotten always loved and remembered
Steve & Grace Lewis
December 4, 2015
So sorry to see that Frank has passed away. My wife Grace enjoyed seeing him when he would see residents at Garden Villa where she worked. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Kim
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was such a wonderful, giving man - an icon in our community, and a most certainly a saint here on earth. God speed, Dr. Frank ~ thank you for your passion and care.
Michelle Figley
December 4, 2015
Condolences to the entire Hrisomalos family. He was a kind soul and his loss will be felt for years to come in our community.
Brooke Eads
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was a wonderful man, as anyone who ever met him already knows. Truly one of a kind. He was a strong yet gentle doctor who genuinely cared for his patients and listened to their problems and needs without judgment or blame. He will be so missed and my thoughts and prayers are with all of his loved ones.
Adelia Miller
December 4, 2015
I am truly sorry to hear this...the world lost a wonderful man. I can't begin to tell you how he changed my life. You will be missed.
Cindy Smith
December 4, 2015
There are no words to describe what Dr. Frank has meant to me & my family. A great man, our wonderful physician for over 50 years. His dedication to his patients will never be matched...except maybe by his children as they follow his example. I want to thank his family for sharing him with us for so many years. Please know you are all in our hearts & prayers. With love and gratitude always...God Bless.
Vicki and Joe Cochran
December 4, 2015
Our hearts are sad for family and friends. Rest in peace Dr. Frank.
Brenda Livingston-Kiehl
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was THE BEST physician I have ever worked with in my 30 years of nursing. Not only was he a professional, but a KIND human being. He was the epitome of what a healer should be. Rest in Peace, Dr. Frank. We will all miss you!
Steve & Linda Scott
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was a Bloomingon institution and will be greatly missed. The way he lived his life is an inspiration to us all.
Steve and Linda Scott
Tawana white-nicholson
December 4, 2015
Dr. Frank was more than a doctor he was family. He was my two kids doctor from the day they were born.. . He was there for me when my first husband passed away and he would take the time to talk to me and see how life was going...I observed his work with the nursing home patients when he would stop in at McDonalds and get special food for some of his patients....He spoke to me about the times he made house calls....We have loss a great man, doctor and friend and heaven gains an angel love you Dr. Frank will always have you in my heart......to the family know he has touched many lives and be proud of the example of a man he was may God hold you in his arms during this time
Terri Baugh-Languell
December 4, 2015
I loved you. You were so good to me, my mother, and my children. You lived a good life here on earth. I wish you well on your next journey. God bless and comfort your loved ones left behind. May you all meet again
Laura Patterson
December 4, 2015
A loss of great magnitude. Dr Frank will be missed. Condolences to the family. Many memories of him when he would visit his patients at BCC, with his Bobby pins holding back his hair. A kind and selfless man who made the world a better place. I am a better person just for knowing him.
Teresa Crouch-Ridgley
December 4, 2015
Dr Frank gave me my very first job. Worked with him for nine years. He also took care of my family and gave my dad and brother odd jobs to do for him! Learned a great deal from him which I carry through to this very day. He not only cared for his patients but I have seen him give patients money from his own pocket so they could get their medicine when they couldn't afford it. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Richard Clay
December 4, 2015
Our deepest condolence to the family.
Cammy and Ron Felling
December 4, 2015
Our sympathy goes out to the Hrisomalos family. Dr. Frank was a caring physician who was so much more than a doctor. Our community will be forever in his debt.
Debbie Myers
December 3, 2015
Beautifully rare and wonderful man.
Eliabeth Michael
December 3, 2015
RIP Dr Frank you are one of kind. you will be Missed
December 3, 2015
My cousins and I were all delivered by the kind and gentle hands of Dr. Frank. Our thanks go to his family for sharing him with all of us over the years. He was one of my favorite people to run into around town such a smile and sense of humor. Heartfelt condolences to his loved ones, Virginia Southern
rose beavers
December 3, 2015
with great sadness i send my deepest sympathy to the entire hrisomalos family.i worked at what was fountain bleu and got to be great friends with dr.frank.i loved unique ink pens and dr.frank would bring me a different one every week when he came to make his rounds.i learned alot from dr.frank.he was so knowledgable,kind,nice to everyone and a excellent physician.he was one of a kind and will be truly missed by many.i am disabled now and wont be able to make it to any of his services but wanted you to know he was a great friend and will be missed greatly.prayers to all his family.
Raja and Rula Hanania
December 3, 2015
Very sorry and sad for the loss of a great man!! He was a fatherly figure to many of us. RIP Dr. Frank!!
Tammie Andersen (nee Prince)
December 3, 2015
Dr. Frank delivered me and my sister and has been our family doctor for a very long time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family as EVERYONE copes with the loss of an incredible doctor who devoted a lot of time to his patients and to the community.
Deb Hunter LPN
December 3, 2015
Many happy memories of working side by side with Dr. Frank to take care of his long term care patients. He was a special man and will always have a place in my heart.
Keli Ferguson
December 3, 2015
My deepest sympathies to your family.
Larry Miller
December 3, 2015
A truly wonderful man. I'm sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to everyone in the Hrisomalos family.
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