May 09, 2019

Sorry about the loss especially for my bst friend Frankie Essis. He is a happy kid and Frank is in heaven. 
Go Wildcats Villanova
Ben

November 14, 2018

My sincere condolences to the entire Essis family. I was quite shocked to read about Frank’s passing. I used to work at the store in Harrisburg years ago and can always remember him coming in after school to visit his father. I also remember the talk of him always wanting to be a doctor. From what i have read on this page it is nice to see he achieved his goal and was an extremely caring man. I only came across this because i am in need of another knee surgery and had friends that dealt with Frank and had nothing but good things to say.
Again i want to express my condolences to the entire family.
Jim Esposito

November 03, 2018

Frank was a wonderful fraternity brother and will be missed. A wonderful soul who lived a life of passion and love. The world and the Villanova community is a better place because Of Frank. 

April 24, 2018

To all of Dr. Essis’s family and friends,   This is truly a shock.  I saw in the paper the other day, Estates to be settled. Dr. Frank Essis.  Couldn’t be my Doctor, I thought.  Knew my annual wellness visit was coming up soon, I’ll  ask.   Oh my, It was him.  I’m so sorry.   He made me feel so good. I thought of Dr. Essis as a  big country boy.  He was so caring of everyone around him, you couldn’t help to like him.  My prayers  are for all of you.  Remember, he’s always watching over you thru the windows of Heaven, just as our heavenly Father watches over us.  Joyce Stoltzfus

April 09, 2018

Dr. Essis operated on my mom when she broke her hip at the end of October. I was so impressed with how he treated my 94 year old mother and how he spoke to the family.  He was so down-to-earth and so genuine in his well chosen words. He had a rare ability to put everyone at ease with his humility.
I was so shocked to learn of his passing, and wanted to send my condolences to your husband, brother, son and father. I met him again in January at a follow up visit for my mom. Once again, he was such a real and kind man. I just wanted you to know that he made a positive impact on all of our lives, in his ability as a surgeon, but more importantly in his humanity.
God bless you in the coming months.
 
Jackie Thomas
 

March 28, 2018

Deepest condolences to the entire Essi’s family. We are so saddened to hear about your son. He was such a caring and wonderful physician. We are sending prayers and remembering all the good he has done for the community, patients and the many lives he touched.
Stacie & Mark Self 

March 22, 2018

Dear Essis Family,  May your hearts be lifted by knowing he was such a smart,talented and compassionate Dr. 
With Great Caring and Respect,
Carol Ann Frey   Previous. Knee (2) Patient
 
 

March 19, 2018

Deepest condolences to the entire Essis family.  You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so truly sorry and we wish you peace. – Greg, Janet, and Anastasia Kucera

March 17, 2018

Dear Essis family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Coach Essis was a GREAT GREAT Coach. If it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t have half the basketball knowledge I have now. One thing I remember about him is when he would always say box out or butt in his gut and make him fly backwards. He was also a great man. Frank would always be there for all three of his children, Juliana, Frank III, Michael. He was always a happy, supportive, and encouraging guy. He was a great doctor. If it wasn’t for him there would be lots of people now that would be in lots of pain. Just want to say that I will be happy to help with anything you need and I’m praying for all four of you and Coach Essis’ soul. May God Bless your family with love and peace.
With Love and Kindness,
Hayden Weiss
 

March 16, 2018

Dear Essis family, we are so deeply saddened by the unimaginable loss of Frank. We hope that you are surrounded by love and are able to soon find peace. Frank will always keep a special place in our hearts. He was geniune, fun, lively, smart and family-first kinda guy. We were lucky to get to know him and cherish your entire family. With much love from Karen & Chris Randisi and the kids. xo

March 15, 2018

We are so saddened by the abrupt passing of Dr. Essis. He was the wonderful surgeon that repaired both my shattered arms after a drunk driver turned my life upside down the week of my wedding.  He had such a calm demeanor about him that put us at great ease. His legacy will continue to live on through his numerous patients that he has helped and his 3 children. We pray for comfort and peace for you in your time of grieving. May his memory be eternal.
Amber and Greg Firoglanis 

March 14, 2018

Essis family:  I only knew Dr. Essis because he performed my hip surgery after I fell in 2016. He was caring and gentle. Recently, I saw him at an office visit. My condolonces and prayers to your familly at this difficult time. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Lee Anne Surrena
 

March 13, 2018

Dear Frank and Tony,
it has been years since I lived next door to you on Winthrop Drive. You were wonderful neighbors and a beautiful family. I remember Frankie loving the Fonz and when Ann was sick he vowed to become a doctor and help people. I know the two of you will continue to love and care for his wife and children. May the beautiful memories of Frankie comfort you during this difficult time.
Marilynn Patz
Harrisburg

March 13, 2018

Essis family: I have no words other than my thoughts and prayers in this loss of Frank. I knew Frank from the hospital as a kind and caring person. I hope you can find peace in your hearts. The entire community surrounds you with love.
Peace be with you,
Justin Roberts DO from The Heart Group 

March 13, 2018

My husband and I send heartfelt condolences to the Essis family. Dr. Essis performed my hip replacement 3 months ago and gave me back my life. I am so sad for your loss and pray the Lord will comfort you in this most difficult time. He will be missed by so very many! Becky & Jonathan Pickett

March 13, 2018

Dr Essis was my surgeon for a hip replacement. I felt I could safely trust him with the surgery and the results have shown that to be the case. What a wonderful doctor. — John Hume

March 13, 2018

Condolences, ,To the family  words and time we can’t get back ,But the love and memories will live within  
Will live forever.

March 13, 2018

Dear Essis family,
I knew Dr. Essis from my time as a P.A. with OAL. He was truly a ‘force of nature’! His passion for medicine, skill, and caring compassion for his patients made him a terrific teacher and outstanding physician. He was an intelligent, intrepid, fun loving great guy with a huge heart who clearly adored his family. He also cared deeply for his friends and colleagues. He remains a reminder to us all to live life with much love and gusto, and to hold close all those precious to us.
God bless your loved ones, 
Frank Essis Jr. You are much missed.
Nair Maranhao 

March 13, 2018

To the Family of Dr. Essis –
May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Our most sincere condolences.
 
The Fulton Bank Team
 

March 13, 2018

My deepest Condolences – Sheri Lazo

March 13, 2018

My wife and I are so sorry for your loss. We first met you last summer and were impressed with your personable and caring manner. I then needed an Orthopedic Surgeon and choose your son hoping that he would be like you. Finding Dr. Essis to have the same fine qualities as you, I knew that I had made the correct choice. I am sorry that I did not get to know him better. Our sincere wishes are with you and your family. Kathy and Richard Ressler

March 13, 2018

With sympathy, wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to  hold in your hearts forever. This message is sent with love to the Essis families from Patti and Albert Freilino.

March 13, 2018

Sending our deepest condolences uncle Frank & family my heart is full of pain, God bless you all. Please call me if you need anything.If there was a way to take your pain away I would do it in a second. Your all in my heart always.
Suzan Danfora
 

March 13, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss.  Dr Essis was my Orthopedic  doctor, and I really was impressed with his caring and competence.  I lost my husband in January, so I really feel your loss. I am thinking of you and your family. Nancy Fornoff

March 13, 2018

Sending our deepest condolences to the entire Essis family.  Thinking and praying for all of you at this very dificult and sad time.  So sorry for your loss.
Tom and Ivy Texter

March 13, 2018

To all of Dr. Frank Essis family, my prayers are with you’ll during such a difficult time.  It’s never easy saying goodbye to a love one, the comfort comes when you can feel it in your heart that you have gained an angel👼
From Leonela Miranda

March 13, 2018

To the  Essis and extended families,
Our sincere sympathy to the loss of your beloved Son, Husband, Father, Brother, and Uncle.  How sad to lose a love one so sudden.  May His Memory Be Eternal.                                                                                          
Sincerely,
Carl & Mary McClune
 
 

March 12, 2018

Thank you, Essis family, for sharing this man with us, for providing the foundation that he obviously had to become such a good physician. I knew him only as one of his patients, but he seemed to be everything that a patient hopes for in a doctor: intelligent, confident, humble, warm, never in a hurry, always in control and always caring for his patient. My deepest sympathy is extended to you. James M. Reeder

March 12, 2018

To all the Essis family,
What a shock this is. My heart goes out to all of you. I enjoyed hearing about Dr. Essis from Frank Sr., whenever I visited the store, and my father, Dr. Richard S. Wagner, Jr., spoke highly of him, too.  Sending you sympathy and comfort during this tender time.
Margaret Wagner

March 12, 2018

We are truly saddened to hear Of Dr. Essis’s sudden passing, my Husband loved him as his new Ortho  Doctor, and was upset when our appt with him was rescheduled. We were new patients so didnt know him long, but he was top notch, and so respectful. i am sad for the family to have lost such a great guy so quickly and sudden, i pray for all of you to have strength and love during this difficult time, i pray as well for all the staff that knew him and loved him, i am sure it is difficult for all those who were close to him, and loved him as our Doctor. 

March 12, 2018

Dear Lauren and children,
My heart is broken on your behalf. May God wrap his arms of love and comfort around all of you and uphold you. A special prayer for Frank from me and on behalf of his classmates at Locust Grove.
Blessings,
Barbara Josephian

March 12, 2018

To the Essis family, I’m so sorry for Your loss:( you are ALL in My thoughts and prayers. He was such a nice and kind man. He performed My Dad’s hip replacement about a year ago and I couldn’t thank him enough for how much he helped My dad. May he rest in peace
Jessica Ridgway 

March 12, 2018

My deepest sympathy goes out to family and friends. I am a current patient and deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Essis’s untimely death. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Essis and children. Pam Kincaid

March 12, 2018

He made what at first was to me an almost unthinkable surgery into a notch in my belt I could proudly share to others, telling them of his brilliance….can not believe he won’t be doing his magic with bones and joints. His skill was second to none…..so sorry to his entire family for the loss of this gifted man.
Brenda Hickerenll

March 12, 2018

To the whole Essis family.  Barb and I offer our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family at this time of tremendous loss.  So sorry, so sorry.
Jay and Barb Orsag

March 12, 2018

Our deepest sympathy to the Essis family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
George & Judy George

March 12, 2018

We extend our deepest condolences to your family on the loss of Dr. Essis, and are forever grateful for the surgical skill, good humor and empathy with which he gifted our family this past Fall.  We will hold all of you in the light during this sad time.
Peace,
Linda Metzler

March 12, 2018

My deepest condolences to Dr. Frank’s family. He was a wonderful person and colleague. He will be truly missed in our community. May he Rest Peacefully.

March 12, 2018

Our thoughts & prayers to the Essis family.  Very sorry for your loss.
Karen Bard

March 12, 2018

so sorry to hear about this.  he did 2 procedures on my wrist.
trina gebhart

March 12, 2018

My heart has been heavy this past week after I heard the news.  Dr. Essis is one of two doctors who saved my life 5 years ago at LGH.  I have always been forever grateful and thankful for his wisdom and skill as a physician/surgeon.  My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends as they navigate the next few days as well as months and years without him.  I am so very sorry for your loss.  
Respectfully,
Lisa Landis-Blowers

March 12, 2018

I was a patient of Dr. Essis. He was a genuine, humble and funny guy. Patient care was his top priority. Rest easy Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tracey DeBlasio

March 12, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the entire Essis family.  Dr. Essis was taken from us way too soon and he will be missed by so many.

March 12, 2018

Our deepest sympathies are extended to family and co-workers of Frank.  Frank was one of our brightest and gifted graduate students in the Anatomy Graduate Program at Penn State University College of Medicine.  His ambition and success are frequently discussed with incoming students.  He will not be forgotten by his mentors  – Dr. Zagon and Dr. McLaughlin.

March 12, 2018

Lauren,
There are no words that are adequate but please know there are so many lifting you and your precious family up in prayer with hearts that are breaking for you.  <3 Heather Hershey

March 12, 2018

Lauren, I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Frank’s passing. I remember his big smile and his warm heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 
Jeff Feinblatt, MD
Penn State College of Medicine, 2002

March 12, 2018

Lauren,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragic news of Franks passing. I pray for you and your children that our loving God will keep you comforted through the many family and friends that pray and support you in the coming days.
God bless!
Tina Kirchner 

March 11, 2018

Was shocked to hear about Dr essis just found out tonight sunday!! I was to have an appt with him this wed the14th he operated on my knee back in Sept from car accident n am saddened that I won’t see him he was very caring about me !! My heart goes out to his family  Joanne Pickel

March 11, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences to the entire Essis family.  Dr Essis operated on my leg 3 times.  He was a kind and compassionate doctor.  He will be missed. 
Deb McCarthy 

March 11, 2018

So so sorry for your loss. Prays for the whole family. 
Tom and Elaine Dommel

March 11, 2018

My sincere condolences to the Essiss family, may god take you into his hands and lead you through this time of sorrow. He will forever  be watching our your family.  Tami Edgell

March 11, 2018

“He was always there to help his loved ones, not in the way they wanted, but the way they needed.”
This statement is the truth…no matter the time that passed that we had talked, he was always there for me. Told me when I was right and when I was being stupid, but he cared all the same. He would draw this picture of a circle, and put his initials in the center, FMEs world, he’d say…then Lauren, and the kids initials, his brother. Dad, the family…others,  in and outside the cirlce…then I’d watch him write mine. I made it inside the circle…that has always meant the world to me, bc it wasn’t easy to do. 
Frank, thank you for allowing me to be part of your circle, your world…for caring, directing and mending me…I will forever miss you
Lauren, JJ, Frankie, Michael…
My deepest sympathies, prayers and love to you and the rest of the family!!!
Love Always…
Jodi Bracken

March 11, 2018

My deepest sympathy and prayers go to the Essis family.  Dr. Essis was one of the best physicians to work for, he will be sadly missed by many. 
Respectfully,
Jennifer Dissinger 

March 11, 2018

My deepest condolences to the Essis family. Keeping your family in my prayers.
Charmaine A.

March 11, 2018

My deepest sympathy goes out to Dr. Essis’s wife, children, family and staff. I was a current patient of Dr. Essis and he performed my last knee surgery and was planning on doing a knee replacement in the future. He was a bright, gifted doctor and I will miss being under his care. Heaven has gained another bright shining star. Gone too soon but never forgotten. Thoughts and prayers are with you in the coming days and months. May you find peace and solace in knowing that he helped so many people live better lives.
Kelley Rote and Family

March 11, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss.  I worked as a nurse up at Hershey when Frank was a resident there and our oldest son played MSO soccer with your sons a few years ago.  Please know we are praying for you through this difficult time.
Jen Kosydar

March 11, 2018

Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. We were really shocked when we seen this. Dr. Essis put my shattered ankle back togetherand spent many weeks in his office. A really kind Dr. Way to young for this to have happened.                                              Mike Snyder and Trace Warfel.

March 11, 2018

TO MRS ESSIS AND fAMILY
i’M SO VERY SORRY ABOUT DR ESSIS. I WAS HIS PATIENT IN LEBANON.
HE WAS VERY KIND AND HELPFUL. GOD BLESS HIM AND YOUR FAMILY  MARY DELAY

March 11, 2018

My deepest sympathies to Lauren, the children and the entire Essis family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. 
Tammy Hersh 

March 11, 2018

I was shocked and saddened to learn of Dr. Essis’s death.  I was a patient of his, and he was very kind and compassionate.  He will be missed. Cheryl Martin

March 11, 2018

Our deepest sympathies to your family. A life taken way too soon. May his memories bring a smile to your faces every day. He will live on in your hearts.   Sincerely, Dr Lorin and a Renae Hirsch

March 11, 2018

Lauren,
Sigh. I was so shocked to hear the news! My thoughts are with you and the kids now and in the days ahead. ❤️❤️❤️
Dorianne Schuyler (Coach D.)

March 11, 2018

john and karen palumbo send are deep felt condolences to the family. a terrible loss for lancaster.

March 11, 2018

Dear Lauren and children, and the entire Essis/Valudes family,
We share your grief. We love and support you and wish you peace in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Love, George and Lula Yelagotes
Joe and Melissa Vulopas, JJ and Ava
Demetrius and Dana Keares, Austin and Parker
Gabriel and Elizabeth Gatti, Julian and Ivan

March 11, 2018

Our love and prayers are with the family, Rest In Peace Frankie.
Love,
Rich and Patty (Boylan) Jones

March 11, 2018

Iam in total shock.But I send my thoughts and prayers to the entire family.I was one of his patients and he was an amazing Dr. and surgeon.He will be missed by so many people…. Love Stephanie Trout

March 11, 2018

My thoughts and prayers to the entire family.I was a patient of his.And he was an awesome Dr.and surgeon.

March 11, 2018

Dear Mrs, Essis and family,  my heart aches today, I send you my deepest sympathies.  I am a patient of Dr Essis’ and thought very highly of him and his staff.  I will pray for you Mrs Essis, and your precious children.  Knowing that Dr Essis has met his Dear Mother, and her arms were open wide to bring him comfort, will be your comfort. Life is not fair, and it is okay to grieve, to be angry and to cry.  Keep putting forth one foot at a time, one minute at a time, keep your Faith, hold each other tight and remember the good times, and especially the funny times.  My thoughts and prayers are with you, may God Bless you and comfort you through this tragic sad time.
Theresa Hilken

March 11, 2018

Dr. Essis touched our lives briefly when my husband became ill during a youth basketball tournament. We are very saddened to hear of your family’s great loss! We will keep your family in our prayers! God bless and comfort your family in this great loss! Francis and Gloria Haefner

March 11, 2018

I am so sorry for ur loss he was a wonder Dr he did my hip surgery which was a success I enjoyed his time as a Dr to not beat around the bush please accept my condolences love ur family.  Signed Noreen miller

March 10, 2018

I am so very sorry to hear of Dr. Essis passing. I was one of his first patient’s to have the anterior hip replacement done at LGH years ago. He will be dearly missed. My condolences to his wife and three children. Bert LoCurto
 

March 10, 2018

I am so sad to learn of Dr. Essis’ passing. It was a shock to hear this, as I was just into his office last week. I pray for his wife, children and family. God bless his soul. My deepest sympathy to you.
Jeanne Hamilton
 

March 10, 2018

I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I worked for Dr. Essis for a little over a year as his office nurse at OAL, Ltd. I never forgot his kindness and thoughtfulness as he taught me his ways. My deepest sympathy to you all during this time.
Amy Strayer. 

March 10, 2018

To the Essis family
My heart breaks for all of you. Nothing I say can lessen your sorrow, but please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. 
The times spent at LBI with Frank and your families and my Mom and Dad are priceless memories. Hold on to the good times and know that you will all be together sometime in the future in God’s time. 
Love to all of you, 
cousin Carolyn