Birth date: Apr 24, 1946 Death date: Feb 21, 2024
Gerald Sullivan Frank of Tucson, AZ passed away peacefully in his home on Feb. 21 2024. He departed this world with intense love and devotion for his second wife of 5 and half years, Bernice Frank. He is survived by his daughter A Read Obituary
Gerry and I were colleagues at The United States Attorney's Office from 1986 until his retirement. The trait I admired most in Gerry was his ability to relish the simple pleasures in life such as: puffing on a fine cigar; known as the barista, making then enjoying a good cup of coffee; riding his bike for miles; his humoring the FLU agents by dressing up with them for a group Halloween custom. During his tenure Gerry had many roles, Law Clerk, Criminal AUSA, Criminal Chief (twice), Civil AUSA and Deputy Civil Chief. He was hardworking and conscientious, but had a mischievous side to him as well.
In 1986, the United States Attorney's Office was housed in La Placita at the southwest corner of South Church Ave. and Broadway adjacent to the historic Samaniego House Restaurant. The office was much smaller then, with eight civil AUSAs and 12 criminal AUSAs, the Financial Litigation Unit (FLU) and a small support staff. The balconies outside a few offices made for an ideal location for kids of employees to watch the Rodeo Parade each February as it travelled down Church Ave.
One of my favorite memories of Gerry is from New Years Eve Day in the late 1980's. In the federal government, excess vacation leave must be used or lost by the end of the year. Subsequently, there is often a skeleton staff during the week between Christmas and New Years. Gerry and I were part of the skeleton crew one New Years Eve Day. With the help of a few other holdovers who shall remain unnamed, we concocted a plan. One brought in limes, another salt, another a blender. Gerry and I strolled over to the drive thru liquor store across the street from the TCC and bought triple sec and tequila. Towards the end of the day we partook of tasty Margaritas. The celebration was fun and created a sense of camaraderie I will never forget.
Gerry lived a good life. My condolences to the family.
Janet Martin
