To Franke’s family – Please accept my deepest, heart-felt sympathy for the loss of your loved one and a dear, dear friend to so many. I was truly blessed to get to know and spend time with Franke when he was with the Gresham-Barlow School District and I was with the City of Gresham. He was an environmental champion in the District. We worked together on many projects, and each time he moved to a different school (and took his aquarium with him), I knew I could count on him to spread the message. He cared so deeply about the environment because he cared so deeply about humanity. Franke always generously took time to meet with me. And when he did, it was with total attention. He had the rare gift of being truly present -- in body, mind and spirit – and focused on a person when he talked with you, which made one feel so very special. This world has lost one of its best. His life is certainly one to celebrate. I hope that his memory will fill the hole in your hearts with gladness as time allows you to heal. Sincerely, Jan Rankin