Frank Victor Page, 79, of Apache Junction, AZ passed away in the comfort of his home with his family by his side on January 10, 2021. Following a courageous, 4-year battle with lung cancer, he entered peacefully into eternal rest.
After attending high school in Duluth, MN, Frank was honored to serve his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the destroyers USS Blandy and USS Abbot as the ship’s barber.
He worked in the mobile home industry for many years as a salesman, doing setup and delivery, repair and remodeling. After moving to Arizona in 1983, he continued his career, eventually becoming a licensed contractor, operating his own business, Frank’s Mobile Home Repair. In 1998, he purchased and operated the Palm Springs Motel in Apache Junction with his wife, Linda. Before retiring, he was employed by the Arizona Department of Corrections in Florence as a physical plant supervisor. The opportunity arose to transfer to Central Arizona College and work as a plumbing instructor. He finished his career teaching prison inmates until his final retirement in 2007.
Frank was proud of his Native American heritage, being a member of the Fond Du Lac of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribe.
He annually attended the Veterans Pow Wow in Cloquet, Minnesota.
Frank was a dedicated member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Arizona for over 30 years. He felt obligated and proud to serve his fellow veterans anyway he could. He held positions of Post, District and State Commander and attained the Triple Crown Award. He also served on the National Council of Administration. He contributed numerous hours in the community, especially at the Homeless Haircut Marathons held four times a year in Phoenix for over 20 years. Frank loved playing Santa at multiple events for children at homeless shelters and local events.
He loved to travel and go camping, but mostly, he was an avid fisherman. Frank will be profoundly missed by all his loving family and friends, especially for his unending sense of humor and limitless supply of jokes.
He is survived by his wife Linda, the love of his life; sons Robert, Jeff (Robin) and Kyle; stepchildren Carl, Lori, Donna (Larry), Becky (Josh), Kelly (Mike); 12 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren.
Due to covid, memorial services for Frank will be held at a later date.
So sorryfor your loss Linda.. (((hugd))) to you my friend. Brought a smile to my face about Frank liking fishing. I bought 2 pokes yesterday and will begin my new past time.
To the Family of Frank Page,
You are in our thoughts and in our hearts! Frank was the most generous & one of the best comedians who could tell a joke like nobody else. We would all gather before Linda & Frank got married for pot-lucks, fish frys & lots of laughs! After they got married they were very busy volunteering, VFW & travel we had a hard time keeping up with them!:) What a wonderful person he was.
Frank was a great Santa
Frank was a true friend of the rarest of breeds. He loved life, people and giving help wherever he could. He made a crazy, wonderful Santa. The kids all loved him. With Linda as our elf, he charmed parents everywhere with his constant jokes & laughter. I loved him dearly, always. Mrs. Claus
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Frank will be greatly missed by all that knew him. He was a bright shining light on this earth. His faithfulness to his country and fellow humans will long be remembered.
Our sincere condolences go out to his loving wife Linda and his extended family.
We already miss you Frank -Pat and Carol Fish
We have been friends since the third grade. He will be missed.
My prayers for Frank’s soul, and condolences to Linda, Robert, Jeff, Kyle, Danny, Tony, Leeanne and Tim.
Frank was my “first cousin”, Aunt Leola’s eldest son. May God comfort you, and grant Frank eternal rest. I’ll ask my parish priest to offer a Mass for him.
Auntie Linda, Uncle Frank had a contagious laugh and such a warm personality. We are thinking of you during this difficult time and are so sorry for your loss. Love, Danelle, Jesse, Holden, Hunter, Abi and Audrey