He wasn't a big time politician or a famous entertainer but
the love shown for Francis "Frank" Paul Exner when he was called home to the
Lord on October 7 will be fixed in everyone's mind forever.
Hundreds lined the funeral home parking lot during
visitation and the funeral service at the Ulster Heights United Methodist Church
saw the main sanctuary and the video equipped basement filled to
capacity.
So who was this man that so many paid their respects
to?
Frank loved the world but not some of the politics that are
going on today. He always said hello to folks, loved to have conversations, was
always known as a kind, hardworking family man who loved his children and took
great joy in watching his grandchildren as they grew up and participated in
school athletic and various elementary and high school activities.
Grandchildren and family activities were a big part of
Frank's adult life and he enjoyed so much sharing his time with them in hunting,
fishing, boating and snowmobiling.
The computer was another activity Frank enjoyed and we and
many others will miss the great words of wisdom he shared with us.
Born in Ellenville he made his home on Thunder Hill Road,
Woodbourne where he enjoyed raising and being close to his family. He was a
retired Corrections Officer from the Eastern Correctional Facility in Napanoch,
was a past president of the Woodbourne Fire Department and was a lifetime member
of the Woodbourne Ambulance Corps.
Frank and his wife Helen (Sis) owned and operated
the
Rainbow's End Daycare for the past 35 years and to the kids he was their beloved "Frankie".
Rainbow's End Daycare for the past 35 years and to the kids he was their beloved "Frankie".
God played an important part in Frank's life as he was a
devout and active member of the Ulster Heights United Methodist Church where he
served as a Sunday School teacher, lay speaker, member of the choir and many
various positions through the years.
He was always in the audience in support of many athletic
events and activities his grandchildren participated in.
Memories will never be forgotten and those of Frank will be
cherished forever by the many lives he touched.
Fond memories of a great man will always keep Frank in our
hearts and minds.
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