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R.I.P. - Franklin Wofford McGill (Hyde-Bath 2007)

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Ursus:
Guestbook for
Franklin Wofford McGill
(#s 1-20, from Weed Corley Fish / Wilke Clay Fish)

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My very deep and heartfelt condolences go out to Parker and Mr. and Mrs. McGill. I am Lesley Hile's sister and remember Parker during the high school years. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Frank but feel a kinship nonetheless. With deep sypathy I share my prayers and love with each of you.
Jennifer Hile Kuczaj
Feb 19, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine, Gordon, Parker and Family, please know that Frank was special to us, and we share your grief. The memories of him as the fun loving, smiling, little tyke, the cub scout with his shirt tail half tucked in, and the determined little football player, are just some of the memories which will keep him alive and with us always. We are blessed to have known him. God be with him and you. Patricia
Patricia Morrison Fleming
Feb 19, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine,Gordon,and Parker,
My ( and our) heart goes out to you and know this is a pain that is unquestionably unbearable. Know that your family is in our constant prayers and may it lead to some type of healing within your broken hearts. With love, Shelley T. and family
Shelley Todd
Feb 19, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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I'm very sorry Parker. Natalie called and told me about your brother. She is concerned about you. We are keeping you and your parents in our prayers. I know this must be an awfully hard time for you and all who knew him. Keep your head up and know that time heals all things for those that know the Lord. Lean on your friends, they want to help you get through this.
Nat's mom, Pamela Bond
Pamela Bond
Feb 19, 2009
Vernon, TX[/list]
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Charmaine, Parker, Gordon, your mom and dad and brother Woffie and family are surrounded by my prayers for peace, comfort and healing. You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious child, Frank.
Shelley JoAnne Weedon Trepanier
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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The faculty and staff of Casner Christian Academy is remembering the McGill and Denius families in your sorrow. I especially remember precious Frank in three's when you first came to us. He loved his new school and making friends. Mostly, he loved playtime and the rocks on the playground. In fours, he had his "running buddies" in Mrs. Russell's class and they enveloped the day. I remember him fondly in Mrs. Baker's fives in the Christmas and spring programs. I hope your happy memories will sustain you through this sad time and that God's grace will surround you as His love embraces you. To Grandpa Denius, I especially remember you proudly watching Frank as he raised the flag. God gives us memories. With sincere christian sympathy, Lucille Casner
Lucille Casner
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine and Gordon,
I send my heart to you both and pray that the angels are rallying around you today. God bless you and your family. Love, Joan
Joan Dunham
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine and Gordon we were so sorry to hear about your loss. Reading about Frank he sounded like an extraordinary young man. I know he will be greatly missed. Please know Houston and I have you all and your family in our prayers.
Sincerely, Charlotte and Houston Kauffman
Charlotte & Houston Kauffman
Feb 20, 2009
Ft. Worth, TX[/list]
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Charmaine & Family,
I am so very sorry to hear the sad news of your sons tragic death. I truly hope your memories of his childhood and better days, bring you some peace and comfort. Your son is at peace, and I know that your many friends will provide you support and love that you will need now and in the days & weeks to come. Know that you and all of your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

always, Nancy Netherton Ellison
Nancy Netherton Ellison
Feb 20, 2009
Houston, TX[/list]
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Gordon and Charmaine,
There are no words, simply no words to express to you my sorrow and love for you and your family in this painful time.
I know that you will be surrounded by so many who love all of you. It is my hope that the wonderful memories of Frank that he leaves with you and Parker will help you through this painful journey.
My deepest love, my prayers, and my condolences to all.

Love,
Ann
Ann Hanna-Morrison
Feb 20, 2009
Kemah, TX[/list]
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Charmaine,Gordon and Parker

I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a beautiful boy Frank was and what a good friend he was to Andrew.
Blessed are they that mourn,for they shall be comforted.Matthew5;4
Jack Moher
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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My thoughts and prayers are with you. Nancy
Nancy Thorne Foster
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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My heart aches for his mother and father and family. And I weep for my own feeling of loss. I have memories I will chersih always of Frankie. He truly did have a wisdom beyond his years.
wendy andrick
Feb 20, 2009
bend, OR[/list]
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We are deeply sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers. David and Phoebe McMurrey-
Jane McMurrey-
Phoebe McMurrey
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Dear Ones,

My heart and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Frank's smile could light up and entire room! I know you will find much comfort in the joys that he brought to you and the rest of us. Frank will always be with us because love is immortal.

In shared grief,
Pauline Freeman
Pauline Freeman
Feb 20, 2009
Dallas, TX[/list]
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Dear Neighbors Frank and Charmaine.

We feel completely devastated for you in your loss of your grandson. So hard to hear of these things. What a burden for you all.

Our prayers and thoughts----for you and for your daughter Charmaine and Gordon.

May God keep his loving arms around you all.

Joe and Cathy
joe and cathy powell
Feb 20, 2009
austin, TX[/list]
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My fondest childhood memories include Frank out at the ranch. I will never forget him. You all are in my prayers.
Love, Will
Will Rice
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Gordon, Charmaine and Family,

I feel so much for you now, I can hardly think straight. I know that this is terrible to bear. You are all in my prayers. God will see you through.

Michael
Michael Miller
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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It's so moving to see how many friends you truly had, Frank. You were absolutely one of the nicest kids I've ever known, and it would take pages to remember all the great things about you. You were the model athlete: a fierce competitor on the field and a true gentleman off it. You are clearly missed by everyone who ever knew you, rest in peace man.
Jesse Brower
Feb 20, 2009
Boston, MA[/list]
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On behalf of all of Frank's friends and acquaintances here in Port Townsend, please know that we are thinking of you and are so sad at Frank's passing. His presence here has already been so helpful to others.
Woody Bernas
Feb 20, 2009
Port Townsend, WA[/list]


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Ursus:
Guestbook for
Franklin Wofford McGill, continued...
(#s 21-40, from Weed Corley Fish / Wilke Clay Fish)

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Charmaine and all of your sweet family please know that I am on bended knee lifting you up and praying for God's grace and peace for you.

Love,
Cyndy Copus Fisher
Cyndy Copus Fisher
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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These words of Helen Keller have comforted me during many sad times "What we have once enjoyed,we can never lose.All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." My heart is heavy and my prayers are with you.
Glenda Smith
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine and Gordon,

I don’t know that you would remember me, but I taught Frank while he was at Hyde.
I just wanted to share with you that I will miss his easy smile and the way he was warm and genuine in his interactions with everyone.

My thoughts are with you and your family.

God bless you,
-Melissa
Melissa Maggio
Feb 20, 2009
Boston, MA[/list]
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Dearest Charmaine,
You have been and will continue to be in my constant thoughts and prayers. I pray that you feel the peace of the Lord during this difficult time. Blessings upon you, Gordon, Parker and your sweet mom and dad.
Betsy Andrews Dabbs
Feb 20, 2009
Round Rock, TX[/list]
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Your Frank sounds a lot like Gordon from second grade through high school; and just as handsome. My heart aches for your families loss. The years you had with him will forever enrich those yet to come because he was your gifted son.
Evalyn Worley CHS '67
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine and Gordon,
Our hearts are heavy and we are so sad. May God's grace comfort you. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, your parents, Woffie and Beth.
Don and Cindy Babel
Feb 20, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Dear Gordon,

Although we cannot heal your sorrow, we can tell you that we are here for you in spirit. You are experiencing a parents' worst fear. We wish you all of God's strength in accepting this tremendous loss.

Frank was obviously a treasure on earth. May God bless you all and especially Frank.

With sincere sympathy,

Anne Boykin on behalf of the
A&M CHS Class of '67
Anne Boykin
Feb 20, 2009
College Station, TX[/list]
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Frank was the kindest, sweetest, most gentle young man I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He is missed and always will be.
Robert Lawton
Feb 20, 2009
Los Angeles, CA[/list]
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Dear Charmaine, Gordon, and Parker,
Our deepest and most heartfelt thoughts go to your family at this time. We hope that all the love that pours out to you from your family and friends will give you strength and comfort. Your family will be in our prayers.
Henrietta and Rick Coleman
Henrietta Coleman
Feb 21, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Five years ago your son and our son Aaron spent some time together on their life journey in OR. Cathy met your son five years ago--maybe today, when she visited Aaron. Her memories of him are still clear, a young man with enthusiasm and friendly heart. Our son died in May '05 at 18. We don't know how you feel, but we remember those painful days in our life, and our hearts ache for your family. Praying that you may have moments of peace.
tom meyer
Tom Meyer
Feb 21, 2009
madison, WI[/list]
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Dear Charmaine,
I am horribly saddened to hear of your loss.
Jennifer Eppler Long
Feb 21, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Charmaine, Gordon, Grandparents, and Family,
We seldom read the obituary page, and my heart stood still when I saw your son's obituary. We cannot begin to imagine your pain. Although we have not seen you in quite a while, please know that our love and prayers are with you. May God lift you up and heal the pain as only he can do.
Love,
Harvey and Martha
Martha & Harvey Walker
Feb 21, 2009
Leander, TX[/list]
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Little Charmaine and family,

We are so very sorry to hear about your son and we want you all to know we are sending our love, comfort and a heaven full of the most beautiful flowers.

Suzanne & Mary Lewis
Suzanne Lewis
Feb 21, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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We are sorry for your loss and share your grief on this tradegy.
George Ann &jeff Geeslin
Feb 21, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Frank, thank you so much for being a thoughtful kind and caring friend to so many.. thank you for reaching out to me over the past 3 1/2 years.. it was always your timely text or call that just made me glow.. your were a rockstar in my book.. go forward and play with those that went before you.. i played a grateful dead song i had to sing for all the folks at hyde school today very very loudly... it was and always since that time an incredibly meaningful song to me.. i believe you are fine, its those here that have to hurt and cry for your loss.. come to them in their dreams in the little things that happen every day.. you will never be forgotten..
kim coggins
Feb 21, 2009
roswell, GA[/list]
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dear charmaine ~
i just walked home from my friend's house with my sleeping son in my arms and got the news from lolla on email. i ache inside - since i now know what it feels like to love a son. i cry for you. remember at the beginning when a baby keeps you so busy? i imagine your grief will keep you just as busy now. try to take a shower every day. and dedicate your time for yourself to him. the love that you give yourself will be loving him too. you have gained a guardian angel - a new companion to be with you all the time.
i send you my love and the love of my little boy.
xoxo
amy
Amy Kriescher
Feb 21, 2009
Pernes-les-Fontaines France[/list]
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Words can not express the sorrow that I feel for all who will be missing a good friend and family member as I am sure Frank was.
Although I only met him in passing at the Hyde School my Son Alex was quick to remind me that he was always a caring and good friend to him. That means so much to a Mom who sends her child away to school especially under trying circumstances as some of us did.
As a Mom the one thing I wish I could do right now is just wrap my arms around Charmaine to try to take away some small bit of pain for just a moment if it were possible. God bless.
Nancy and Don Peacock
Nancy Peacock
Feb 21, 2009
Newmarket, NH[/list]
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Gordon.Our children are the loves of our lives and we pray every day they will outlive us.My condolences and prayers during this awful time .. Jimmy
Jim Bradley
Feb 21, 2009
Crockett, TX[/list]
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Frank sounded like such a fine young man. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Allan Riggs
Feb 22, 2009
San Antonio, TX[/list]
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Dear Charmaine and Gordon,
I am so sorry for your loss. Be gentle with yourselves & know that Frank is at peace, now and always.
SIncerely,
Beth J. Fogel
Beth J. Fogel
Feb 22, 2009
Washington, UT[/list]


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Ursus:
Guestbook for
Franklin Wofford McGill, continued...
(#s 41-57, from Weed Corley Fish / Wilke Clay Fish)

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Dear Gordon and Charmaine,
After so long an absence, it is with great sadness that I contract you about the loss of Frank. Because the last time I remember seeing Frank was at 4UR and he must have been 5 years old or less, I read every Guestbook entry. It is clear that Frank grew up to be an very admirable young man. I grief with you for your loss of him. If there is anything I can do to help, please do not hestitate to ask. I now live not too far from Austin and can be reached at 830-966-3378.
Your Friend,
Bill Wilson
Bill Wilson
Feb 22, 2009
Vanderpool, TX[/list]
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Gordon, my prayers are with you and your family.

From an old friend, Bill
Bill Braddy
Feb 22, 2009
Madison, AL[/list]
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Dearest Charmaine and Gordon,
No words can express my sorrow for you both. I can only pray for you all and hope that time and faith can help you to go forward. I do believe Frank is bathed in the light of God and resting in the arms of an angel. With love, Patty
Patty Carini Raci
Feb 23, 2009
Stamford, CT[/list]
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Charmaine and Gordan,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of Frank's loved ones. God Bless
Nanette Zumwalt and Team
Feb 23, 2009
Huntington Beach, CA[/list]
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Charmaine & family,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. It has been awhile since I last saw you, but then again it just seems like the other day that I saw Frank. He was the cutest little boy with curly blonde hair! So precious! Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. May Jesus wrap you in His arms.
Brittany (Hodgkins) Ramirez
Feb 23, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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I met you all at MBA... My daughter, Lexi Larkin, attended. And, I remember your lovely son. I am so sorry for your loss...My thoughts and prayers are with you!Be well...Rozz Friedman
rozz friedman
Feb 23, 2009
rosemary beach, FL[/list]
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Dear Charmaine & Gordon,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
We remember you and Frank from Discovery Group as we related to your family and liked Frank very much. He was a special young man and he will be deeply missed.
We hold you in our hearts and send you our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Johanna & Wayne Malen
Johanna & Wayne Malen
Feb 24, 2009
CA[/list]
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McGill Family,
Gary and I are sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you peace. May God give Frank peace.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Betty and Gary Zuspann
Betty and Gary Zuspann
Feb 24, 2009
Waco, TX[/list]
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We just learned this morning...and are still reeling from this tragic news!
We had the pleasure of meeting young Frank several times during our filming. He was such a fine young man exhibiting the same polite qualities and demeanor, evident by his family upbringing.

Our prayers and thoughts are with Charmaine and Gordon and the entire family during such trying times as we share in this horrific loss.
Lew and Louise Adams
Feb 25, 2009
Lakeway, TX[/list]
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Charmaine, Gordon and family,
I was so sorry to learn of your son, Frank's death.
Please know that I am thinking of all of you at this tragic time.

With deepest sympathy,

Lynn Pugh Remadna
Lynn Pugh Remadna
Feb 25, 2009
TX [/list]
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Charmaine and Gordon, we met on a wilderness FLC in Maine a couple of years ago. I have beautiful pictures of the three of you, and would like to share them with you. I have sent them to Brian Thompson (who was at the funeral services) and he said he would get them to you, however, If i have an email address, I will be happy to send them to you.
I respect the love and sacrifice you have made for your beautiful, sensitive son. May his tender, profound spirit fill our lives with awareness that each of us are vulnerable and frail, and our lives are gifts. My love and support for you in this time.
Genie Pritchett, MD
Genie Pritchett, MD
Feb 26, 2009
Englewood, CO[/list]
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Charmaine & Gordon, and Mr. & Mrs. Denius,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

All my love,

Matalee Redus
Matalee Redus
Feb 28, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Dear McGill Family,
Please know that my heart is heavy
with the sorrow of your loss. While I did not know Frank, I have a son, Gordon, just a year older & know how compassionate & tender these young men can be as they strive to mature. Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers, today & in the difficult days ahead. God Bless you all,
Carol Brollier Deason, Houston, Texas
Carol Brollier Deason
Feb 28, 2009
Houston , TX[/list]
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
The University of Texas Club
Joe Connell
Mar 2, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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I share the sorrow in your loss and pray for your comforting.
Burl Sumrall
Mar 4, 2009
Ypsilanti, MI[/list]
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To the Denius and McGill Families,
My thoughts and prayers have been with you at this sad time.

With love and heartfelt sympathy ,

Norma Pugh
Norma Pugh
Mar 6, 2009
Austin, TX[/list]
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Dear Charmaine and Gordon,

How can I begin to tell you the sadness we felt upon hearing about young Frank. Although we met only briefly, we were touched deeply by his loss.

I have since tried to contact you by mail but unfortunately my letter was returned. It is my hope that you will receive this so that you can know how much our hearts ache for you and your family and how much our thoughts have been with you since we heard the sad news. May God bless you and may dear Frank finally find his peace among the angels. It is our true hope that peace will also find you and hold you close. We send all of our love.

Elaine and Jay Hanan
Elaine Hanan
May 12, 2009
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL[/list]


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Anonymous:
FaceBook Group: In Loving Memory of Frank McGill
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=51359350731

Ursus:
Frank McGill (1988-2009)
2/27/2009

"Now I know I have a heart, because it's breaking." – The Tin Man
 
I just returned from Austin, Texas where I attended the memorial service for Frank McGill '07, a Hyde-Bath graduate who took his own life on February 15. Given that the Tin Man captures my feelings, I initially figured I'd keep them to myself. On second thought, that doesn't seem right.

For one thing, Charmaine and Gordon McGill have chosen to try to help others by being open about their son’s struggles right down to his final decision. (The inspiring rector at the service spoke eloquently about the 1 million people each year around the world who choose to end their own lives.) For another, Frank was simply a great kid. A partial list of adjectives that quickly come to my mind would include athletic, considerate, creative, gentle, handsome, kind (!), reflective, studious, and very well dressed. Given the hundreds of people who overflowed the church, it's safe to say that my assessment is not unique. Among the crowd were Hyde friends and families who flew in from all corners of the country with barely 48 hours notice.      

Frank's inability to find serenity with his substance abuse issues inhibited his personal growth throughout his adolescence. But why would he take his own life? Some have suggested that he was overcome by guilt over the anxiety he felt he had brought to his parents and family due to his substance abuse. While that explanation makes some sense to me, I don't pretend to know.

I do know that more than three decades of working with kids have assembled a mega-collage of memories that are stored away in my mind like a bureau drawer overstuffed with yet-to-be-catalogued piles of snapshots and video shorts. There are two that will stay with me when I think of Frank McGill.

First is the "big brother" role he played with my daughter Scout, currently a Hyde junior. For over a decade, she and her sister Mahalia '09 have played that same role for their younger brother Harrison. The truth is that Harrison's autism has demanded and continues to demand a great deal of Scout's care and attention. All the way through middle school Scout gave so much to her brother but never had someone who could play big brother to her. Frank was that person for Scout during her freshman year. She joined me for the trip to Austin as she wanted to say good-bye to a true friend she will always cherish and respect. She was a great source of strength to me on this, the saddest of journeys.

Second is a lacrosse game that Frank played in his senior year. We were going up against one of the top teams in Maine and Frank's job was to cover their top attackman who was an offensive force. He was also quite full of himself and showed a tendency to taunt and "talk a lot of smack." I will never forget the hustle, determination, and class that Frank exhibited that day. He never took the "bait," never volleyed verbally with his opponent's insults. He just stayed focused. By taking the upper hand he drove his opponent nuts and led our team. For me, it was a fun day to be President of Hyde, the way it always is whenever one of our kids does us proud.

After the ceremony, family and friends retreated to a reception across the church courtyard.  One thing for sure: Frank and his family have a lot of friends.  A good friend of mine likes to say, "If you want a friend, you've got to be a friend."  Whether or not Frank had ever heard that saying, the huge crowd of those who came to pay their respects to him showed that he surely lived it.

Rest In Peace,  Malcolm Gauld

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