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FREY, Frank W., II

A native and life-long Tucsonan, Frank W. Frey, II was born on August 13, 1947, to William C. Frey and Ann C. Bachelor Frey. He died at the age of 72 on September 28, 2019, after a tortuous and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis and also, more recently, a battle with prostate cancer.Frank graduated from Rincon High School, the University of Arizona, and Cal Western School of Law in San Diego. He served his country as a First Lieutenant in the Army National Guard from 1969 to 1980.After a few years as a prosecutor with the Pima County Attorney's Office, he went on to practice law as a plaintiff's attorney in the fields of worker's compensation and personal injury; he subsequently practiced as a defense attorney in the same fields.Before he was forced to succumb to the physical limitations caused by his illness, Frank loved to jog, hike, ski, camp, garden, and explore the Arizona desert and the high country in and around Pinetop, AZ. An avid reader and researcher, Frank loved reading Arizona history.Frank is survived by his wife, Selma Carrillo Frey, and his sister, Catherine F. Larkin.His many professional colleagues appreciated his knowledge, tenacity, diligence, ethics, sense of humor, and dedication to his clients, and will miss him. Those of us who loved him miss him most of all.Services honoring Frank's life will be held on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at BRING'S BROADWAY CHAPEL, 6910 E. Broadway, Tucson, AZ, 85710. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Frank's memory to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 4594, New York, N.Y 10163-4594.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Nov. 17, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Frey

13 Entries

November 22, 2019

Please accept condolences on behalf of myself and my late wife, Linda Watkins Hewlett, on the passing of Frank. Robert Hewlett

Marcy Tigerman

November 22, 2019

I was so saddened to hear of Frank's passing. I probably met him in the 80's though the work comp industry. He always treated the injured worker/carriers with. My prayers go out to his family, may his memory be a blessing

Paul Currier

November 20, 2019

Frank was/is one of those people who, once you met him (1968 for me), ran around with him, was a person that would pop into your head and you would instantly remember the good times you had with him.
I was worried for his well being when he worked at putting the really bad guys away. And I mean really bad guys,
I was relieved when he went to private practice.
God bless you Frank for all you did and people's lives you touched.
Great Guy!

David Wolfe

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Vic Currier

November 20, 2019

Frank Frey was a good friend. As third-gen Old Pueblo lineage, Frank and I entered the U of A and pledged Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity together in 1965-66. Our families were old Tucson (not rich, just old) from the days when fewer than 50,000 resided here. Frank's untimely demise has reminded me of countless good friendships and times we shared in Tucson and at the U of A. We lost touch for several years but I will always look back on him as a good, honorable and decent man. Rest in Peace, Brother. You will be missed by many.

Linda Savory

November 18, 2019

I knew Frank throughout my years working as a court reporter. We'd often chat before and after hearings or depos, which was always interesting and entertaining, and as the years wore on, I'd say we became friends. Rest in peace, my friend.

November 18, 2019

My condolences on Frank's illness and death. Please know how well respected and liked he was as a lawyer and a man.

Michael Nathe

November 18, 2019

Great guy and sharp as a razor legal mind. So sad to learn he passed but Frank is still remembered in the legal community as a firm but fair litigator. It was my pleasure and privilege to have know him. Vaya con dios mi compadre.

Steve Holland

November 18, 2019

I only got to know Frank briefly as we served on a city committee together providing oversight for the city's risk management program. Frank was a true gentleman and very knowledgeable professional. I enjoyed our interactions and hearing his perspective on a variety of issues. I'm sorry to learn of his passing, and will remember him as a wonderful colleague that I wish I had known longer. Wishing peace to his family and friends.

Jeffrey Patten

November 18, 2019

I'm sad Frank has passed. He and I litigated against each other, and we also worked together a bit. He was extremely bright, and he and I shared the trait of sometimes speaking without thinking about the reactions of the people around us. He was a fundamentally good and honest person, and I'd like to think he thought of me as a friend; I certainly thought of him that way. I will miss him.

Dale Anderson

November 17, 2019

I haven't seen Frank for decades, but I really liked that guy. I'm sorry I lost track of him. I'm just glad he's in a better place.

Sandi Smithe

November 17, 2019

There are no words to express how sorry I am to hear of Frank's passing. He was "one of the good guys" and will be remembered with great fondness.

November 14, 2019

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .

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