FRANK--William Patrick. William Patrick Frank, age 83, died at home in Darien, CT, survived by his beloved wife Marilyn Mainelli Frank, children Chris (Tricia) Frank, Caroline (Ricky) Lapidus, Bill (Lauren) Frank, and Susannah (Scott) Bullard, and 12 grandchildren. Born in the Bronx, son of Otto and Mary Brennan Frank, he was predeceased by his brothers Gerard and Paul. He attended All Hallows, Fordham Preparatory School, Georgetown University and Fordham Law School. Bill served as a military intelligence Captain in the US Army in Vietnam during the Tet offensive and earned recognition including Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and Joint Service Commendation Medals. He was the 23rd associate to join the law firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate Meagher & Flom where he served for over fifty years, including as Litigation Practice Leader and New York Office Leader. Bill served on professional and philanthropic boards, and received awards, too numerous to fully list. He was a founding member of the Wall Street Alliance and Scholarship Fund, and served on the boards of the Practicing Law Institute, USO, Georgetown University, Fordham Law, the Gregorian University (Rome) Foundation, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation, the American Ireland Fund, the Cardinal's Committee for Charity of the Archdiocese of New York, Catholic Charities and as a Knight of Malta on the Order's Legal Committee. He is the recipient of the Catholic Charities Deus Caritas Est Award, the Georgetown John Carroll Award and the Fordham Law School Alumni Medal of Achievement. He was a warrior-scholar, humanitarian, voracious reader, and family photographer who travelled the world to experience history, culture, skiing, golf, wine, and good company. His greatest accomplishments were as a wonderful husband and fiercely devoted father and grandfather. His was a full, happy, and generous life. Mass of Christian Burial at 11am on Friday September 20, 2024, St. Thomas More Church, Darien, CT. In lieu of flowers please donate to Catholic Charities of New York.

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Published by New York Times on Sep. 15, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for WILLIAM FRANK

12 Entries

Joann Wright

October 14, 2024

Dear Marilyn,
Recently heard about Bill´s passing.
There are no words that come close to expressing how it feels when you lose someone you love. All I can say is I am sorry for your loss and remember all the good times you and Bill shared together.
Deepest Sympathy to you and your family.
Joann Wright

Joan Howard

September 29, 2024

Very sorry to hear of Bill´s passing. I know you and your family have wonderful memories. May they help to sustain you and your family during this difficult time.

John Rechi

September 19, 2024

Thinking of you, Marilyn, and your family at this time! Remember Susannah well!
John Rechi, retired Ox Ridge School Principal

Leo Mainelli

September 17, 2024

We are very sorry to learn that Bill passed away. We did not know him well but he lived a long, happy and fruitful life. Our thoughts and prayer are with him, Marilyn and the rest of the family.
Leo and Lita Mainellio

Leo J. O'Donovan, S.J.

September 17, 2024

There was nothing you could ask Bill to do that he wouldn't do perfectly, from finding the best of all wives in Marilyn, to being the father of four terrific children (and father-in-law), to representing all but countless organizations--and all that with a modesty that defied description. He was a friend who always gave great counsel, a companion whose company was peerless, and fun--fun!--always, to be with. How he managed to share his smiling presence with so many people, I'll never know, but I do know that I deeply cherish having been one of them. What a privilege it was to be able to say: "Oh yes, Bill Frank is a friend of mine."
You learned, in fact, that friendship is the finest form of love. Leo, S.J.

John Wooters

September 16, 2024

Dear Marilyn and Family,

We were very sorry to hear the news of Bill's passing. He was one of the Best of the Best!
I am sure that he is enjoying a laugh with Victor Wright and Jim Higgins. I miss them all.
Bill was clearly the calm influence that made the Wall Street Alliance what it is today - one of the best affinity groups ever.
Our prayers are with you. We hope you can cherish your memories. -John and Marybeth Wooters

Lloyd O'Connor

September 16, 2024

Bill was an amazing humble person who I had the incredible good fortune to meet at Wee Burn. He always made time to say hello and was always in good spirits. He will be missed.

Eternal Friendship Remembrance Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Lauren Corsaro

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Richard Zakin

September 14, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family. My first Skadden matter in spring 1981 as a new associate was " working with" Bill on an insider trading investigation. I will remember his guidance forever.

Bob Sheehan

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Michael Anderson Lawson

September 13, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family and his colleagues. In loving memory of a wonderful person. He was and always will be a guiding star for people who worked for and with him. I am honored to have known him. Michael Lawson

Jay S. Berke

September 13, 2024

It was an honor to call Bill Frank my friend and Partner. We tried jury cases together. Bill had the carriage and demeanor of a Statesmen , with a glint in his eye and a smile that lit up the room . A brilliant lawyer , he had that " John McCain thing " going for him - he was genuine with instant credibility and likeability. He played an important role for me , individually , in my career . I´ll never forget him . ... Jay Berke

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