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John Frain Obituary
JOHN T. FRAIN SR., of Mayfair, on Oct 22, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor (Kershaw) Frain, father of Elizabeth (Beth) Healey (Patrick), Maritheresa Frain (Juan Rivera Mata) and John, Jr. (Lisa). Also survived by grandchildren Patrick Healey, Carmen Rivera and Katie and Jack Frain. John was a proud graduate of Roman Catholic High School, class of 1954 where he played on the varsity football team. He fought the cold war in Germany with the 3rd Armored Cavalry Division from 1955 to 1958. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 A.M. on Friday Oct. 26, 2007 at St. Timothy's RC Church, 3001 Levick St., Phila. Friends and relatives may call at the Church from 9 to 10:30 AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
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Corinne Flacco
November 26, 2007
Dear Beth, Mary & John, I was sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was a great guy! I'll always remember him driving me and Beth to the dances at all the different schools. My family, as well as the Cupo family, send their prayers and wish you all the best.
Tricia (Gallo) Crossen
October 26, 2007
Dear Mary and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of your dad from when we were young children. He was a true gentleman and a great father and grandfather. May he rest in peace.
Love,
Tricia Crossen
WILLIAM RETALLICK
October 25, 2007
I GREW UP WITH JOHN IN THE TIOGA SECTION OF PHILLY. WE MADE OUR FIRST COMMUNION TOGETHER. WE PLAYED BALL TOGETHER, WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER AND HAD SOME GOOD TIMES. HE WAS ONE OF THE FINEST GUYS I KNEW. HE WAS THE TYPE OF MAN SOME OTHER MEN WOULD LOVE TO BE. MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. MANY PEOPLE WILL MISS HIM.
GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL.
BILL RETALLICK, RCHS CLASS OF 54
Joan and Peter Kuryluk
October 25, 2007
John, Lisa and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
May your newest Angel watch over you and your families and may you find comfort in his peace.
Michael Banson
October 25, 2007
John Jr.; I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with both you and your family. I know your father raised a fine son in you. Sincerely; Mike Banson
Dennis C
October 25, 2007
I’ve known Mr. Frain for more than 20 years. He was very proud of his family; making sure he always kept me informed on the latest developments.
Mr. Frain was the consummate gentlemen. I’ll miss reminiscing with him and experiencing his unique sense of humor.
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