Obituaries
Frank Homer Kendall, 80
July 13, 1940 - August 14, 2020
Frank Kendall, 80, died Friday August 14, 2020. At the time of his death, he was a resident of Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster, Pa. He was a native of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in Chemical Engineering; and was a member of the Alabama tennis team.
He began his work career for Exxon in Texas and worked for them and their affiliates for 38 years in Texas, New Jersey, New York and, for the last 15 years of his career, in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Behind the primary importance of his family came his love of teaching Bible classes in all five of the states in which he lived. His faith led him to become active in Civil Rights activities beginning in the 1960s including integrating housing in Baytown, Texas, involved in a school integration plan for the City of Houston, served on the Board of Directors of Houston’s Poverty Program and worked for quality education for all children wherever he lived. He served on the school board in Summit, N.J. He chaired several school bond elections in Greensboro, N.C.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Patsy (his junior high school sweetheart whom he married at age 18). He is also survived by his daughters, Cynthia Baker and her husband Terry of Summit, NJ., Kathryn Radutzky and her husband, Michael of Charleston, SC and his son Neal Kendall and wife, Marya of Los Angeles, CA. He has seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. His brother, Tommy and wife, Alice, live in Dallas, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to UCC Willow St., Pa, River Road Church, Richmond, Virginia or College Park Baptist Church in Greensboro, NC.
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June 08, 2022
In the 1960’s, Frank was my supervisor in long range planning at the Baytown refinery for Humble Oil. I had noticed Bret Baier on Fox News wearing an orange striped tie and recalled to my wife that the best supervisor I ever had gave me a similar tie when I complimented him on it. Frank was that man and I still know he was the best. I am glad others were blessed by him also.
Barney
October 25, 2020
Dear Mrs. Patsy this is Keenan Dailes I’m very sorry for the loss of Mr. Frank he was a very good person to me when I look at the Alabama football team I think of him and even when I hear about golf I would think of him I remember so many things that he has done for me and I very much appreciate the kindness from him. And I want to thank you for all that you have done for me as well you helped me improve in my English and I want to thank you for that I also want to let you know that everything is going well here my family is doing very good we are all staying safe during this Covid19. I will leave this number so you can contact and I can get your number : (336)988-8023 or you can contact me by Email : keenandailes11@gmail.com thank you and I love you very much and have a blessed day
August 25, 2020
Frank, you will be dearly missed by so many. You and Patsy generous and kind to me. I hope we will see each other in the otherworld. Peace, my friend.
Charley Holliday
August 24, 2020
Dear Patsy,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. God bring you comfort and rest Frank’s soul.
Elaine Wilson
August 18, 2020
Patsy,
I am so sorry to read about Frank’s death. He was an incredible friend, neighbor, husband, father, person and I feel blessed to have known him for the many years you were my Greensboro neighbors. He gave so much of himself to his family and his community and he will be missed by all who knew him. My love and prayers are with you. Felice
August 17, 2020
Patsy and family. Joan and I are saddened to hear of Frank’s passing. He was without a doubt at the very top of nice people at Gilbarco. He had such class and was always honest in any dealings that you had with him. There is no doubt that his family was the most important part of his life. He also possed a tremendous sense of humor. I had great respect for ability to help improve his coworkers.
Don and Joan Borzilleri
August 17, 2020
Dear Patsy and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Franks passing. He helped me so much in my early career at Gilbarco. I count him amongst a small number of wonderful without whose help I would not have achieved what I have. Such a patient, insightful and great man in every way.
Chris Whitley
August 17, 2020
Dearest Patsy and family,
We are saddened by the passing of Frank. He was one of the finest men we knew….a good man, father, friend and mentor to so many. He gave generously of his time and enrgy and made a real difference in the world and in the lives he touched.
You are in our prayers .
Love David and Dianne
August 16, 2020
Oh Patsy, I am so sad but so proud to have known Frank these many years. You might find this odd but I have often, when discussing politics, our divided country, the religious right, held you and Frank up as “good Christians” – the kind who live their truth, live their values, their Christian values, as taught by Jesus. I hope Frank’s was a “soft landing” and that you find comfort, along with the children, in the amazing memories you have, the many joys you shared and the blessing of having enjoyed an extraordinarily fulfilling marriage. Love you so much.
Rachel Weinstein
August 14, 2020
To Patsy and family I’m sorry for your loss but Heavens game May God comfort you during this time and I always keep you in my prayers he was one of the sweetest man I know God bless
Ms. Karen Cooper
