FRANTZ, Donald
Posted: September 28th, 2021
FRANTZ
Donald G. Frantz, age 87, finished his final race and entered glory Sept 20, 2021, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Don was born in 1934 in Alameda, California. He lived a full and productive life as a member of the Coast Guard, a missionary translator, a distinguished linguist & university professor, author of the Blackfoot Dictionary, Iron Man triathlete, loving husband, father and grandfather, and faithful follower of his beloved Saviour Jesus Christ.
He is survived by sister Joy, children Lisa, Timothy, & Jeff, 18 grandchildren, and 31 great-grandchildren. He is preceded by Patty, his wife of 54 years, and 10 miscarried great-grandchildren.
The family would especially like to thank the amazing nurses & staff of the Chinook Hospital in unit 5B who provided Don with loving care during his final weeks.
A memorial service will be planned at a later date. More info @ evergreenfh.ca Condolences can be sent to evergreehf.ca
I have fond memories of Don as my Professor at U of L and as a church member at Evangelical Free Church. I always loved his great sense of humour and willingness to share his understanding of the world around him.
My most Heartfelt condolences to all you had this time. Your father and grandfather and great grandfather is very precious to me. Thank you so much for giving me the honour of having him in my life as well as yours. I’ve known most of you for a very long time. One of privilege. My love is there for you. I have so many memories of all of you but especially in the last years after your mom passed. Don And myself through even closer as friends and I can’t even explain that properly to you. But we were just talking about anything and everything no laugh and support each other. He was so proud of each one of you you all mean the world to him . His love for the Lord was always evident. Thank you so much for sharing him with me. Very well done good and faithful servant !! Don