Arthur Frank passed away Monday, Sept. 26, 2011, at the age of 83. He was born in Germany on Feb. 7, 1928, and immigrated to the United States in 1938 along with his parents, of blessed memory, Walter and Paula Frank. They settled in St. Louis, Mo., where Arthur learned English and after school delivered groceries. At age 18 he entered the U.S. Army serving as a topographic draftsman/mapmaker in the Korean Conflict. After his military service, he moved to Kansas City where he met his future bride, Maxine Schaffer. They were married for 61 years, living in Kansas City where Arthur worked in the furniture business as a salesman, buyer and manager. Arthur and Maxine enjoyed many trips together, traveling on cruise ships and touring the United States, Europe and Israel. Family was most important. Arthur Frank is survived by his wife, Maxine; children, Fran (Phil) Yeddis, Lee (Judy) Frank, all of Denver, Roz (Tim) Dwyer, Lake Lotawana, Mo.; and six grandchildren, Jordan, Joshua and Lisa Yeddis, Katy and Dylan Dwyer and Asher Frank. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Sept. 27, at The Louis Memorial Chapel, with burial following at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Donations may be made to Congregation Beth Shalom or American Diabetes Association. Online guest book available at www.louismemorialchapel.com. Arr: The Louis Memorial Chapel, 816-361-5211.
