FRANK TIMOTHY McELRATH

FRANK TIMOTHY McELRATH obituary

FRANK TIMOTHY McELRATH

FRANK McELRATH Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 31, 2011.
McELRATH, FRANK TIMOTHY Frank Timothy McElrath lived life to the fullest. He traveled the world with unending enthusiasm, loved greatly, and passed with courage on January 17, 2011, at 77. He was an accomplished educator, environmentalist, playwright, and humanitarian. Frank was passionate about college basketball, hiking and mountain climbing, biking, and enjoyed a lifelong love of the ocean. He grew up in Seal Beach, CA, and was an avid surfer. He is survived by his wife Stephanie Silvera McElrath, daughters Erin and Sarah, stepdaughters Caroline and Erin, and nine grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2011, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1140 Evergreen Street, San Diego, CA.

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Diane Biggwither

January 26, 2019

Stephanie,
I know your life and the girls lives have moved on. There are always those people that we loved who will always be in our hearts.
Diane Biggwither

February 17, 2011

I am writing on behalf of the many friends that Frank had in Punta Chivato, Baja, Mexico. We miss Franks wit, enduring charm and constant enthusiasm he had for life! "Mr. Mexico" will always be in our hearts. A true gentleman, and concerned citizen of the world.
Our love and deepest sympathy to all the family. Pam and Harry Oxley

Kathy OLeary

February 2, 2011

I taught with Frank at Laurel School in Oceanside in the 80's. He was always upbeat and energetic. He lived the life he wanted and was a role model for the rest of us. His family is in my thoughts.

February 2, 2011

Our hearts go out to Stephanie and family. We were lucky to know Frank and to share his stories and adventures. He will always be remembered. Ray & Patty Magnussen

Teri Souza

February 1, 2011

Deepest Sympathy to Stephanie, Lovely Daughters and Grandchildern. Frank put up a valiant fight. He is a peace now. Love Jordan and Teri Souza

February 1, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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