Stories Collected While Living in France

French la Vie

The Home Ranch

Uncle Frank, family

Some would say that my Uncle Frank's soul rests in the heart of God. Though I like to think he is kicking up his heels, creating a heavenly wine party with those who have gone before him. Certainly, my father is teasingly shaking his head, "Biddy, not so loud." Though Uncle Frank gives it back, "More reason to live it up George!"

Uncle Frank you were the roar of the party, heaven awaits you with fireworks!

The many memories of your laughter, fun and craziness live forever in the heart of your your wife (Aunt Eva May) and the beautiful family you created: Roxane, Sandra, Frank, Manuel, Theresa, Mary and Judy… Though today I can feel their sadness, saying goodbye, no matter how strong your faith is, is hard to hold.

You will be missed Uncle Frank, your love for life will live on, your stories repeated to future grand children, and your diesel toasted in your honor.

 

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28 responses to “The Home Ranch”

  1. Leigh NZ

    Oh Corey, I wondered due to your last 2 posts if something was going on for you behind the scenes. Very sorry to hear your sad news. Take care X

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  2. Rebecca from the pacific northwest

    Sorry for your loss of Uncle Frank, and I’m happy for your many fond memories of him.
    My dad was an Uncle Frank to all my cousins. I like hearing that name.

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  3. Star

    Extending condolences to you and your family for your loss. Your uncle sounds like a wonderful man who will be remembered with love and laughter.

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  4. Marilyn

    This looks like a family your Uncle Frank could be very proud of. May he indeed be kicking up his heals.

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  5. Jeannie

    Sending hugs and warm thoughts to you and your family. May your uncle be greeted by all that went before him with a glass of wine and cheers of welcome. Hugs. xoxo

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  6. Jody

    Dear Corey, I am sorry for the loss of your Uncle Frank. But, I am so happy you have great memories and will see him in heaven. May God give the family love ,hope and comfort at this sorrowful time. xxoo Jody

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  7. TEXAS FRANCOPHILE

    So sorry for your loss. I know you wish you could be there

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  8. Natalie Thiele

    So very sorry. You always say you’re related to half of the town of Willows. What a sad day for you all.

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  9. Patti Lloyd

    Uncle Frank sounds like the kind of uncle everybody needs. He will live on in the hearts of those who shared him, and in the oneness of the universe.

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  10. pmj

    Corey, so very sorry for your loss — it’s never easy, no matter what the age or condition of your loved one. Hugs to you, your aunt, and the rest of your family.

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  11. 24/7 in France

    Mes condolences, Corey.

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  12. g

    I am so very sorry for your family’s loss-and oh what a wonderful family it seems to be-I hope they find comfort and strength in each other and their memories become a soothing balm over time-

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  13. Alena

    Dear Corey, I am very sorry for your loss.
    Thinking of you and your family and sending prayers and love.

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  14. Teresa Cesario

    What you wrote about your Uncle was Beautiful Corey.
    I’m so sorry for your great loss.

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  15. Carrie Weiss

    May the memory of your dear Uncle Frank be blessed:)
    Sending love and hugs to you and your family!

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  16. Alan from Chicago

    Corey, so sorry for your loss.

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  17. “Auntie”

    Sorry for your family’s loss. But a lovely tribute to your Dear Uncle Frank…
    “Auntie”

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  18. Kiki

    My condolences, Corey – from the way you describe your uncle, he might well play a card game or have a natter with my father! He (my dad) tells me that is is absolutely fabulous up there in heaven – he wouldn’t ever come back 🙂
    May your hearts be comforted – my thoughts and prayers are with your aunt and the large family.
    Kiki xoxoxoxo

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  19. RebeccaNYC

    I am so sorry for your loss! He sounds like the kind of uncle everyone should have had!

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  20. Kathie B

    Corey, our sympathies on the death of your uncle.

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  21. Laurie Hodson

    Thinking of you at this time.

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  22. Zosia

    Very sorry to hear your news, Corey. Thinking of you and sending a hug across the miles.

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  23. marlis

    Condolences Corey. Praying for comfort and peace.. xo marlis

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  24. Celeste Coelho

    Corey my grandpa Frank and father George surely are passing the jug in welcome. Peace to you and yours till we each join them in a drink.

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  25. Anjanette

    Frank and Eva were among the first friends my family had in Willows when we moved there in 1982. Frank taught my brother Rob about a hard work and a strong work ethic on the dairy farm and treated him like his own son. At one of their many friends/family get togethers I met Dean who would be my future husband. I watched Bold and the Beautiful with him at lunch time for a while on my natural gas route and we both swore if Ridge and Brooke got back together one more time we’d quite watching it (1992).
    So many good memories. We love your Frank! I know you’re smiling up there and I will always hear that sweet chuckle of yours.
    Hugs to you Corey and your family! XOXOXOOX

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  26. Anjanette

    Frank and Eva were among the first friends my family had in Willows when we moved there in 1982. Frank taught my brother Rob about a hard work and a strong work ethic on the dairy farm and treated him like his own son. At one of their many friends/family get togethers I met Dean who would be my future husband. I watched Bold and the Beautiful with him at lunch time for a while on my natural gas route and we both swore if Ridge and Brooke got back together one more time we’d quite watching it (1992).
    So many good memories. We love your Frank! I know you’re smiling up there and I will always hear that sweet chuckle of yours.
    Hugs to you Corey and your family! XOXOXOOX

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  27. Anjanette

    Frank and Eva were among the first friends my family had in Willows when we moved there in 1982. Frank taught my brother Rob about a hard work and a strong work ethic on the dairy farm and treated him like his own son. At one of their many friends/family get togethers I met Dean who would be my future husband. I watched Bold and the Beautiful with him at lunch time for a while on my natural gas route and we both swore if Ridge and Brooke got back together one more time we’d quite watching it (1992).
    So many good memories. We love your Frank! I know you’re smiling up there and I will always hear that sweet chuckle of yours.
    Hugs to you Corey and your family! XOXOXOOX

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  28. Joni Biscute

    When I meet people who say – which they do all of the time – ‘I must just tell you, my great aunt had cancer of the elbow and the doctors gave her 10 seconds to live, but last I heard she was climbing Mount Everest,’ and so forth, I switch off quite early.
    www.thehalffund.org

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