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Edward William Frankenberger
1934 - 2025
BORN
1934
DIED
2025
Edward Frankenberger Obituary
He met his wife Ruth while building a Baltimore hospital and while she was in nurses training in 1955. They were married for 67 years.
He graduated from Poly Tech Institute in 1953. He worked for Henry A Knott after graduating. He then went on to work for Blake Construction of Washington, DC for 54 years retiring as Vice President. His many accomplishments included the FBI Building, Walter Reed Hospital, the Holocaust Museum. He traveled with Blake to several states supervising the construction of mostly hospitals. His last venture was the Navel Hospital in San Diego. While living on Coronado Island, he discovered his passion for golf. He played up until his passing.
Ed enjoyed wintering in North Ft. Myers, FL with Ruth for 20 years. They enjoyed traveling and cruising to Alaska and the Mediterranean.
In addition to his wife, he was survived by his four children, William Edward of West VA, Debra Dorough (Tom) Cave Creek, AZ, James Patrick (Diane) Mt. Airy, MD and Lisa Schatz (Jay deceased), Frederick, MD, 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. He is also survived by Dave Payne (Kelly) who he worked with for 47 years and who Ed thought of as a third son.
A celebration of life will be held at Resthaven, 9501 Catoctin Mountain Way Frederick, MD on March 27th. Visitation from 11:30-1:30, services at 1:30 and burial will follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church Frederick, MD.
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Sonya Adams
March 29, 2025
Love to Aunt Ruth, Will, Deb, Jim and Lisa.
Mindy Hanlon
March 29, 2025
Ed will be sorely missed! I remember his warm smile and friendly spirit whenever I saw him at Mt. Carmel UMC. My heart and prayers go out to all who knew him.
Bob Meier
March 27, 2025
My close cousin Ed, 20 days younger the me. Fond memories growing up together on Grand pop's farm. And then there was the Maryland Air National Guard, 8 years of fun and (Non Combat) wars. You will be missed.
Deepest sympathy to Ruth and family.
Cousin, Bob (bunk) Meier
Marge Rolfes
March 25, 2025
Ruth and family,
I am so sorry to hear the news about Ed´s passing. He was a nice, nice man!
We shared many good times and good memories as kids growing up on Radecke Ave.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marge Rolfes
Geannine
March 25, 2025
Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Frankenberger family. May God grant each of you peace and grace through the days ahead and may the Lord fill your hearts with beautiful memories! Love- Steve and Geannine Megazzini
Kathy J Kaufman
March 25, 2025
Dear Ruth and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you Ed and Ruth for taking mom to Bingo. Ruth I love you Dear friend.
Arthur German
March 25, 2025
So sorry to hear of Ed passing. Had a lot of memories when in Damascus Vol. Fire Dept.
Jo Mercer
March 25, 2025
I´m so very sorry for the passing of Mr. Ed Frankenburger. Although I never had the pleasure of personally meeting him, I feel like I knew him through his beautiful and sweet daughter Debra. Love and prayers for Debra, and your entire family. May Jehovah God provide you all with the strength to endure this difficult time.
Catherine Okerberg
March 25, 2025
I am deeply sorry for the loss of Ed. I only know Ed through the love and fond memories shared by Debra and her family. I know how much Debra enjoyed her parents visit as well as her trip to the East Coast. I hope you are comforted by each other´s company and the love of a great husband, father and man.
Mike & Sharon Trott
March 25, 2025
We are so sorry to learn of Uncle Ed's passing. Our condolences to Aunt Ruth, Will, Deb, Jim, and Lisa's families. May he rest in peace.
Mary McClung
March 24, 2025
Lisa, I´m so sorry for your loss. I know you and your Dad were very close. May memories of happy times comfort you at this time. You and your family are in my prayers.
Debbie & Steve Cooper
March 24, 2025
Please accept our deepest condolences. We are thinking of you and your family.
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