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1938
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2017
Thomas FRANK Obituary
passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2017 after a valiant fight against Parkinson's disease. Born October 16, 1938 he resided in Watchung, NJ until retiring as Chief of the Plainfield NJ Fire Department with 26 1/2 years of civil service and moving to New Port Richey, FL in 1990. Tom is survived by his loving wife, Sandra; his three daughters, Leanne, Teresa, and Lorraine. He also leaves behind nine granddaughters; two great-grandsons, and two great-granddaughters. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, and sports enthusiast. Tom will be forever missed by all that knew him. He continues his fight against Parkinson's disease by gifting his body to scientific research through Science Care and the Miller School of Medicine.
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January 29, 2017
Having worked with Tom in the Plainfield Fire Dept. in different capacities, I found him to be a good firefighter, a great leader, and a decent person. He was that rare person, a "real gentleman". My sympathy to the family..........Tom Lyons
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January 29, 2017
Having worked with Tom in the Plainfield Fire Dept. in different capacities, I found him to be a good firefighter, a good leader, and a fair and decent person. He was that rare person, a "real gentleman". Rest in Peace....... Tom Lyons
January 25, 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss . My late husband Tony always spoke highly of Tom. Sincerely, Fran Furino
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