Frank Minter Obituary
He was preceded in death by his wife, Vilma Minter; daughter, Jacqueline Fitzpatrick; and son, Stephone Minter.
He was employed by the Jefferson County Board of Education where he retired and Pat Steakhouse.
He is survived by his two sons, Rolando and Parnell Minter; four grandchildren; one great- grandson; and daughter-in-law Angela Minter.
His funeral will be 11 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Zion Baptist Church. Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. Friday, November 25, 2011 at Zion Baptist Church, 2200 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. Funeral arrangements entrusted to A.D. Porter & Sons Funeral Home.
"To God Be the Glory."
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December 5, 2011
I am sorry, Mr. Minter was my friend, Ms.Velma use to send me food when i was i live in Germany with Jackie, they took good care of me and my family.I will keep you all in my prayer. Debra Wright
Charlie Rogers
November 27, 2011
To the Frank J. Minter Family: I, Charles Lynn Rogers, am so sad to hear of Mr. Minter passing. I am a man of 66 years old now. When I was a young boy of 11 years old, I had the pleasure to be a fellow worker with him at a Dispensary owned by my late father, Sonny Rogers. This establishment was located at 34th and Woodlawn in the heart of the west end called “Little Africa.” Saturday morning and afternoon it was my job to hand make and package ice cream to sell in the dispensary. My father would leave in the morning and I was in the building with Frank for the rest of the day. I was the only little white boy as far as the eye could see. Those were strange years, but my father had complete faith in Frank to watch over and protect me. I had no fear because of Frank's kind and gentle ways. Everybody loved and respected Frank. This respect was understood through out the neighborhood. We had some amazing experiences with the customers that came into the dispensary in those years so long ago. It was quite an experience for a young white boy. I have no doubt in my mind that during those developing years of my life the impact of Frank's attitude rubbed off on me and taught me a life time of respect for my fellow human beings. It will be a long time before we will see men like Frank Minter and my father ever again. Happy Trails to you Frank. You are my hero, a true gentleman, and a man of peace. Charlie
Laura Guyton-Friend
November 27, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes to the entire Minter family. My family and I have known Frank all of our lives through Pat's Steakhouse. He and my father became great friends and through that, a friend of the entire family. Frank was very loved by us all, especially by my mother and father. We will never forget Frank singing Amazing Grace at my dear mother's funeral, and how he was an incredible support to our family when our father passed away. Frank reassured us that our parents were in Heaven. His faith in God was like no other. Like he gave us that reassurance and faith, please know that Frank is in Heaven singing with the angels.
Mc Murtry Family
November 26, 2011
Rolando, We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God keep you in His care at this time and always.
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Sandra Smith-Fuqua
November 25, 2011
Rolando, my prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Sandra Smith- Fuqua, classmate and friend of Jackie's.
The Padgett Family
November 25, 2011
To the Minter Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Frank was an exceptionally caring and kind man and a friend of of family for many years. We will miss him.
Anthony/Vernice Woodard
November 24, 2011
Our Prayers go out to the Entire Minter Family. Although, We did not personally know him I can say that his son (Rolando; my barber when in L'Ville)is probably a reflection of his Dad.
Martha Thomas
November 24, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss - I only knew Frank thru Pats Steak House - he was so proud of his family and he would shared that.
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