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Frank Saunders Obituary
Frank was born Aug. 18, 1937, in Manchester and was the only child of the late Frank R. Saunders Sr. and Olga (Scotta) Saunders. He was raised in Manchester and Bolton, attended local schools, and he was a graduate of Manchester High School and Cheney Technical High School, Class of 1955. He earned his Bachelor's in engineering from the University of Connecticut. Frank was employed as a manufacturing engineer/manager for Hamilton Standard until his retirement in 1991.
He and Carole enjoyed many years of retirement in their second home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Frank was an avid golfer, a gifted gourmet cook, and an ardent saltwater and freshwater fisherman. He was a former season ticket holder for the Hartford Whalers and was a huge Red Sox fan. Over the years he had many pets which he adored.
In addition to his wife Carole, he is survived by his three children, Sandra Louise (Saunders) Lemieux and Robert Browning of Ellington, Karen Lee (Saunders) Furnari and her husband, Mark, of East Granby, and Frank Raymond Saunders III and his wife, Teresa, of Superior, Wisconsin; and four loving and special grandchildren, Frank Raymond Saunders IV, Danielle Carole Lemieux, Seth Adam Saunders, and Brittany Lynn Furnari; as well as three great-grandchildren, Faith, Aaliyah, and Jackson Saunders. In addition to his parents, Frank was predeceased by his son-in-law, Roger J. Lemieux; and his cousin, Joan Duell, whom was like a sister to him.
Calling hours will be held at Holmes-Watkins Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester, Monday, Aug. 20, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. A graveside service will follow at noon in East Cemetery, Manchester.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Joan Duell Memorial Nursing Scholarship, c/o Rockville High School, 70 Loveland Hill Road, Vernon, CT 06066, or to Trinity Health at Home Hospice, 101 Phoenix Ave., Enfield, CT 06082.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Saunders
Jim & Toni Cashman
August 20, 2018
Dear Carole and Family,
Frank and you were always so special and know that you both were great role models. Our condolences and love,
Jim & Toni Cashman
Frank's high school graduation photograph from 1955.
Dick Jenkins
August 18, 2018
The Class of 1955 of Manchester High School fondly remembers Frank for all that he was, and we offer our sincere condolences to Carole and family.
August 18, 2018
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of loss. Surely Frank left you a mountain of memories. Please accept our condolences.
~ Robert Paggioli and Family
john lynch
August 17, 2018
Carole & family, so sorry to read of the passing of a most wonderful friend from our days at Hamilton Standard.
Frank was truly a NICE GUY, always of even temperament and willing to jump in to help no matter the situation.
My condolences.
Kim Duell
August 17, 2018
Dear Carole and family,
Our thoughts and prayers to you all at this most difficult time.
Frankie was such a light in the world , he will be missed by all.
I am sure he and my mom will be connecting in heaven just as they did here . Know you are all in our hearts at this time.
Lillian Martin, & Jan and Nelson Cloutier and family
August 16, 2018
Carole we are so very sorry to hear of Frank's passing. Although there are no majic words to heal a heartbreak, we just want you to know that we will be thinking of you during this very difficult time. Sending much love and comforting hugs to you and the family.
Marissa McEwen
August 16, 2018
Carole, Karen and family-- It was a pleasure and an honor to be a part of Frank's care team the last several months. I am so sorry for your loss, but also grateful that he is at peace. I hope you can find your own peace during this difficult time. He was an amazing man! (even if he was a Red Sox fan!)
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