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Francis Harold “Frank” Friend

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Birth	:	21 Apr 1918 Bloomfield, Davis County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	22 May 2014 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Bloomfield IOOF Cemetery, Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.7621080, -92.4124770
Description	:	Francis (Frank) Harold Friend, 96, completed his life's journey on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at Ramsey Village in Des Moines. Francis was born April 21, 1918 at his grandmother's home in Bloomfield. He attended country schools as well as in Bloomfield, where he graduated from high school in 1936. After high school, he taught country school for one year, and then went to Chillicothe, Missouri, where he graduated from Chillicothe Business College in 1937. In June of 1939 Francis moved to Ottumwa, Iowa, and married his high school sweetheart, Dorotha (Hanna) Friend. They relocated to Baltimore, MD in January 1940 where... Read More	Francis (Frank) Harold Friend, 96, completed his life's journey on Thursday, May 22, 2014, at Ramsey Village in Des Moines. Francis was born April 21, 1918 at his grandmother's home in Bloomfield. He attended country schools as well as in Bloomfield, where he graduated from high school in 1936. After high school, he taught country school for one year, and then went to Chillicothe, Missouri, where he graduated from Chillicothe Business College in 1937. In June of 1939 Francis moved to Ottumwa, Iowa, and married his high school sweetheart, Dorotha (Hanna) Friend. They relocated to Baltimore, MD in January 1940 where he began a thirty-three year career with the Social Security Administration. After transferring to Des Moines in 1946, he continued his work for Social Security until his retirement in 1973. He received many commendations for his work, and was known for his diligence, attention to detail, and a caring attitude for those he helped. Frank, as he was known by many of his family and friends, enjoyed gardening, reading, travel, and spending time with family. In years past he was a member of Bethany Baptist Church and served faithfully for many years. Later, at his present church, Park Avenue Presbyterian, he served as an Elder and assisted in many improvements to the church. Francis was a man of strong faith in God, he loved his family, and was a loyal and trusted friend to many. Dorotha preceded Francis in death in 1965. Also preceding him in death were his parents, Tide Friend and Adelaide Randolph Friend; and three brothers, Russell, Lowell, and Olen. Frank is survived by his wife of 47 years, Betty, daughter, Patricia Lovell, sons Donald (Paula) and Robert (Peggy), stepson Mark Cody (Anne), seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Also surviving to cherish his memory are a sister-in-Law, Evelyn Spurgeon, as well as many nieces and nephews.

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Where is Francis Harold “Frank” Friend's memorial?
Francis Harold “Frank” Friend's memorial is located at: Bloomfield IOOF Cemetery, Bloomfield, Davis County, USA.
When did Francis Harold “Frank” Friend death?
Francis Harold “Frank” Friend death on 22 May 2014 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Francis Harold “Frank” Friend's memorial?
Latitude: 40.7621080
Longitude: -92.4124770

Family Members:

Parent

Tida Calvin Friend

(1875 - 1968)

Adelaid FitzRandolph Friend

(1879 - 1970)

Spouse

Dorotha M. Hanna Friend

(1918 - 1965)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Bloomfield IOOF Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7621080, -92.4124770

2. Apostolic Christian Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7623740, -92.4168850

3. Bloomfield South Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7402992, -92.4075012

4. Lester Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7835999, -92.4336014

5. Cammack Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7611008, -92.4664001

6. Bloomfield Mennonite Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7214100, -92.3979300

7. Shunem Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7733002, -92.3419037

8. Pollard Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7275009, -92.4682999

9. Davis County Home Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7241600, -92.3559980

10. Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7510000, -92.4879000

11. Drakesville Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7947006, -92.4852982

12. Dunnville Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8227997, -92.3796997

13. Kinney Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6963890, -92.4236110

14. Harbour Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8314018, -92.4419022

15. Patterson Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6828003, -92.4083023

16. Kingdom Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8428001, -92.4194031

17. Swinney Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8411110, -92.3847220

18. Sullivan Farm Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.7250000, -92.3105560

19. Breeding Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8302994, -92.4950027

20. Jay Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8288994, -92.3227997

21. Wesley Chapel Cemetery
Wyacondah, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.6750000, -92.4650000

22. White Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8112810, -92.3039270

23. McConnell Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8044440, -92.5294440

24. Wilson Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8249000, -92.3103000