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Frank Ransdell Obituary

Frank R. Ransdell

March 30, 1941 - May 27, 2019

Raleigh

Frank R. Ransdell, 78, of Raleigh died peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, May 27, 2019. He was born in Raleigh, NC on March 30, 1941.

Frank had a long career in the HVAC business where he spent almost four decades. Along the way he started his own Residential and Commercial HVAC business, F&R Heating and Cooling, which he enjoyed working until his retirement.

Frank is survived by his two daughters, Laurie R. Emory and her husband Chris Emory, and Fran R. McDonald, both of Raleigh; and two granddaughters, Christina Lee Emory and Allie Gale McDonald, both of Raleigh.

The family will receive friends and celebrate his life on Friday, May 31, 2019 from 5pm until 7pm at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 Saint Mary's St. Raleigh, NC.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Transitions LifeCare, 250 Hospice Cir. Raleigh, NC 27607

Condolences may be made through www.brownwynneraleigh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News and Observer on May 29, 2019.

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Jeanette Chorpenning

May 22, 2023

In the four years since his passing, I remember him fondly and miss him greatly.

Johnny Grogan

May 29, 2019

Frank,I am going to miss you.You were a great friend and a special person.I will miss our coffee trips to McDonalds.

Jeanette Chorpenning

May 29, 2019

I always loved my uncle Frank. When I was very young I remember seeing him with his jet black hair riding his motorcycle. He always reminded me of Elvis. He was a wonderful man. I will miss him greatly.

Lee Acosta

May 29, 2019

Rest in Peace Uncle Frank, my thoughts, prayers and love, Lee

May 29, 2019

Fran and Laurie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember the fun he and Louis had when they got together. Love and hugs to you all.
Charlene Smith

Fran Mcdonald

May 28, 2019

You had my ❤

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