Michael Frank Obituary

Michael Edward Frank, also know as 'Big Mike' of Durham/Hillsborough NC, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at Duke Hospital due to an illness. Michael is preceded in death by his parents George Reginald Frank and Ruth Brier Frank and by his wife, Beverly Cook Frank. Michael was born in Cook county Illinois. He spent his formative years in Dare county, NC with his twin brother George. He attended Kitty Hawn Elementary School and graduated from Manteo High School in Manteo, NC. Michael joined the Marines and participated in the Vietnam war. He was a member of the 3" Marine division in the battle of the Hue during the Tet offensive and numerous battles among the Demilitarized Zone. Out of the service, he married the love of his life, Beverly Frank and became a father to four children and helped with his granddaughters. Michael was a sheet metal worker and was able to travel and see many great places. He even helped repair the Pentagon after the attack to fix the damage. Due to an injury on the site, he had to retire and spent his days at home with his family or working outside to keep busy. He loved to talk and tell stories and could be very funny at times. Michael was a wonderful person and provider to his family. He will be missed in our hearts forever. Mr. Frank is survived by his twin brother, Geroge Reginald Frank Jr. ; his four step-children, Phillip Rhew, Debbie Murry, Lisa Rhew Underwood, Michael Frank; his eight grandchildren, Joey Murry, Travis Murry, April Rhew, Carissa Rhew, Jay Lucas, Patrick Volk, and Tabatha and Tiffany Frank; and his ten great grandchildren. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 14, 2023 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Clements Funeral Home in Durham. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 11:00AM at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens.