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FRANZ FR. FRANK
Born: Aug 26, 1947
Date of Passing: Nov 23, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRANZ FR. FRANK
Fr. Frank passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025 in the CCU of RJH at the age of 78. His sister Ardene was at his side as well as Monsignor Michael Lapierre who administered the Sacrament of Anointing.
Fr. Frank was born in Gimli, Manitoba and was ordained in 1985 for the Archdiocese of Winnipeg. He was incardinated in the Diocese of Victoria in 1999 and served in a number of parishes and roles until his retirement in 2012.
According to his wishes Fr. Frank's ashes will be buried in the family's cemetery plot in Gimli.
Sincere thanks are extended to all CCU Staff, the Diocese of Victoria, St. Andrew's Cathedral, Knights of Columbus and H.W. Wallace Cremation & Burial Centre.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society, c/o 740 View Street, Victoria BC V8W 1J8.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 13, 2025
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Frank was the original GOAT! My heart is shattered! I miss you 24/7! 🧖🎚️😭🥺😔🫶😍😘🥰😭🎚️🧖 - Posted by: Glen Franz (Brother in permanent mourning) on: Jan 03, 2026
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I am heartbroken! Frank will be missed and loved by me forever!🫶😘🥰😍😭🥺 - Posted by: Glen Franz (Brother in mourning!🎚️🧖🥺🧖🎚️) on: Jan 02, 2026
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My family and I first met Father Frank when he was the Parish Priest at St. Edward’s Parish in Duncan, B.C. Father Frank was warm and welcoming to all parishioners and visitors and inspired all of us with his faith, warmth and humour. It was a joy to watch Father Frank interact with the students at Queen of Angels, the school adjoining the Church. On one occasion my husband was teaching the Grade 6 class about astronomy and the use of telescopes. The students laughed with hilarity when they peered through the telescope to find a postage stamp picture of Father Frank on a tree trunk 100 metres away. We were lucky enough to stay in touch with Father Frank and we were so grateful he blessed my mom and was the officiant at her funeral. Our most sincere condolences to his family, and his sister Ardene whom we know from St. Patrick’s Parish. We hope that his family is comforted knowing that Father Frank profoundly impacted our lives here in British Columbia. - Posted by: Jennifer Merryfield (Parishioner/Friend) on: Jan 01, 2026
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Our deepest condolences to the Franz and extended family for the loss of Fr. Frank. We had the extreme pleasure and privilege of having Fr. Frank as a neighbour for a short period of time. During that time we got to know him on a personal level. We shared many laughs and heartwarming stories. His jovial laughter will forever be remembered. God has a very special place in Heaven for Fr. Frank. Sending prayers and blessings to his family. - Posted by: Pam and Lou Sanche (Friend) on: Dec 13, 2025
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To all of Frank's family, my sincere condolences on the passing of Frank. Fr Frank was our pastor at St Viators Parish in Dauphin Manitoba. RIP, dear friend .Liz - Posted by: Eliizabeth Csversko (Good Friend) on: Dec 13, 2025
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So sorry to hear of his passing, I remember his big smell and laughter. We will pray for his soul, he was a special person always willing to help, he always gave the Sisters of Service action. - Posted by: Angela & Melvin Zalevich (Friend) on: Dec 13, 2025
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I'm sorry to hear of his passing. He was a good guy. - Posted by: Heather Fisher (Friend) on: Dec 13, 2025