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Marvin Frankel Obituary

Marvin Douglas Frankel

Marvin D Frankel, 86 years old, Palm Desert, passed February 9th. Famous for his work as a public relations expert at Deloitte. Born and lived in New York after receiving his law degree from the University of Michigan. He counseled executives all over the world- England, Israel, Iran, Spain, Venezuela and Japan. After retiring as a Partner, he lived with his wife Carole of 53 years. He is survived by his wife Carole and godson Marvin R. Frankel.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Feb. 11 to Feb. 13, 2017.

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Suzy Jones

May 31, 2018

Was deeply saddened of this news and that I didn't get to visit my dear friend before he passed. He was so smart, funny, kind, and like a dad at times. Miss our doggie walks...

Todd Frankel

March 6, 2017

Bittersweet

Diane (G)(F) Fleck

February 14, 2017

Thank you Marvin, for your endless smiles and kind words. Rest in Peace.

Photo from 1993: Marvin, Carole, and Molly!

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