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Frank Aquila Obituary
Dr. Aquila was a professor of Graduate Education at Cleveland State University, a lawyer, and an author who published hundreds of papers and numerous books on school law and civil rights in education. He was an Emerald Life master in bridge, his great passion.
He was the beloved father of Frank D. Aquila Jr.; proud grandfather of Frank D. Aquila III and Zachary R. Aquila.; brother to the late Jean Granieri; uncle to Dr. Janice Granieri (Jeff), Vince Granieri (Irene); great-uncle to four.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 20th, 3 p.m. at Executive Caterers at Landerhaven, 6111 Landerhaven Dr., Mayfield Hts., OH 44124. Donations may be made to the Cleveland State University Foundation for the Dr. Frank Aquila Endowed Scholarship, 2121 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115.
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Mike S
July 26, 2010
Dr. Aquila thank you for a wonderful collective bargaining class during Fall 2009 at Cleveland State. You were an inspiration for all graduate students that were excelling to becoming school administrators.
Kevin Jackson
July 20, 2010
To the Aquila family: May God bless you and keep you in the hollow of his hand during your time of loss and bereavement. Dr. Aquila was my mentor and counselor while at CSU. His help and encouragement made a huge impact in my career. He will truly be missed.
July 20, 2010
To Frank's Family,
Frank was an amazing support for me in my life. He helped me when times were tough and I will never forget him.
Jan and he were great friends for 40 years.
Very sorry for your loss.
Peter Grover and Jan Assini
Debbie Baughman
July 17, 2010
Frank and family: Sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie and Robbie
Catherine Ulan
July 17, 2010
Dear Frank Jr. and family,
I lost my Dad when he was 60 and I never expected it.You lose a piece of your heart when your Dad passes.You must be proud of all his accomplishments.Carry on the family traditions and you are all in my prayers.God Bless.
Catherine Ulan
Rose Zitiello
July 16, 2010
Dear Friends & Family of Frank:
Sorry to learn of his passing--I worked with him in late 1980's when I was a law student and research assistant for his School Law book-He was a great mentor.
He is in my prayers--
RIP Frank.
Rose & Peter Zitiello
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