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John Frake Obituary
1961 - 2016
WINTHROP - John H. Frake, 55, died on Monday, Aug.15, 2016, at Central Maine Medical Center, from a respiratory illness.
John was born in Red Bank, N.J., on Jan. 25, 1961, the son of William R. and Joan (McNally) Frake.
In 1971 the Frake family moved to Winthrop. John graduated from Winthrop High School in 1979.
John deeply enjoyed music and his career as a DJ, his gardens, fishing, being outside and building exceptionally beautiful stone walls.
He was predeceased by his father, William R. Frake Sr., and brother, William R. Frake Jr.
John loved his family more than anything and will be deeply missed by his mother, Joan Frake; sister, Kerri Fenwick; wife, Janet Frake; children, Jason, Jacqui, Johnny, and James Frake; seven grandchildren, Harland Frake, Emma Draper, Ryleigh Frake, Levi Draper, William, Elija, and Lauren Frake; niece Margaret Frake; great-nephew Liam Frake; and many extended family and friends.
A celebration of John's life will be held on Monday, Aug. 22, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery, Narrows Pond Road, Winthrop, with a gathering immediately following at the Alfred W. Maxwell, Jr. American Legion Post 40, Winthrop. Arrangements are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop, where condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at: www.khrfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Frake
August 23, 2016
Dear Joan and Family.
So sorry to hear of your latest loss. You sure have had your share. My heart goes out to all of you all and if there is anything I can do please let me know. I know your heart break so well.
Sincerely, Judith (Williams--Teague)
Deacon Jeff Lewis
August 23, 2016
Joan and Kerri,
Sorry to hear of the passing of John. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in Peace. May consolation and quietness of heart be yours during this time of trouble. May prayers are with you.
Susan Paige
August 22, 2016
My deepest condolences on the loss of your precious husband, father, son, brother - whatever John was to you, the world is sadder for him not being in it.
JILL SCOTT
August 22, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
jill scott
August 22, 2016
a good man so sorry RIP
Theresa Scribner Rankis
August 21, 2016
I remember John in High School he was a kind soul. So sorry for your loss.
Sharon & Larry Dunn
August 20, 2016
So sorry to hear this, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you Kerri.
LeeAnn and Mark Ellis
August 20, 2016
Dear Joan and Kerri,
We want to express our very deepest sympathy to both of you and your entire family for the loss of John. I will always remember him as very young, with a full and brave heart for the hardships he endured as best he could in his own way but always with a smile and a positive attitude. The memories of after dinner gatherings at your kitchen table Joan with you, Kerri, John, Kevin and I will always be how I will remember John. God Bless you and keep you in his everlasting light in these very dark and difficult hours and days ahead.
We love you and are praying for you
DD and Mark Ellis
Linda Wade Peters
August 19, 2016
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your families Joan and Janet.
Robert Carlee
August 19, 2016
I knew John in high school, we were not close friends, but John was a nice guy. You will be missed! R.I.P. John.
Martha Fellows
August 18, 2016
So very sorry to Jan, Joan, Jason Jacqui, John & James & all their families. I love you all!!! Martha
August 18, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I loved John and remember the good times we shared, especially our Thanksgiving dinners together. I will miss him.
Craig Galouch
August 18, 2016
Mrs.Frake,I still love you very much I loved growing up with your family - Mr.Frake was special to me he made me smile - Young Bill was my best friend and I still miss him - Kerri was like a sister to me , and now John has left and I am sad for you kerri, Janet, and the kids - let me know what I can do
Priscilla Jenkins Davis
August 18, 2016
Sorry for your loss... I didn't know John but have known other members of the family- keep the best memories strong!
Donnalene Robicheau
August 18, 2016
My heart goes out to Johns family for his loss. I love you all. Donnalene
Becky D'Alessio
August 18, 2016
Jan, Joan and family I'm so very sorry for your loss, more than I can express. John was a kind soul. Love to all.
August 18, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to you Joan,Janet,Kerri and all of your family-May the memories give you peace in your hearts Jackie & Carlo
August 18, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We don't know why God takes our family members away so soon. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Moore
August 18, 2016
I am going to miss you John ,I got to know you and your family when you bought my family's home and you and I were in the same class at Winthrop high school and graduate together.you alway had a smile on your face and a very big heart. You will be missed .Prayers and thoughts to your mom and your family.R.I.P. John.
Kim McLaughlin
August 18, 2016
To the Frake family and Keri, I am sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your families.
Dawn & Greg Costello
August 18, 2016
Jan, Joan, Kerri and families, We are so sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in knowing we share your grief. John was a very special & giving person.We will miss him. Love you all, Dawn & Greg
Guy and Kathi Toothaker
August 18, 2016
We are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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