Frank and I were close buddies in VR-21 Det Alameda.  Always went to Mass, no matter how late, Saturday night became... "Straight Arrow " was his monicker, while mine was Bear. All buddies were Farty Marty,  Possum,  Red Dog,, Marmaduke, Lurch, Underhill, or Barry, Possum, Beechcraft, Dougie, LT. Bell, and so many others that they all escape a 79 year old brain!  Some ladies had names like "DB" ( Droopy Boobs), Chickey Babes, and many with normal names who were RNs, the best party girls of all time!  ( All from Michigan) Good times were had by all in Oakland/ San Fancisco, Berkely, Alameda California.  Water skiing at Lake Berryessa,  with V8 engine Century pulling four skiers out  of the water on Slaom skis, then snow skiing at Squaw  & Heavenly Valley ...at our own  rented palacial abode dubbed  ULLR HAVEN (See ULLR.org)!  This was a "Duke" thing. I taught quite a few to ski, safely of course, so that all could meet and dance later with "Snow Bunnies" at after hour places like Squaw's  "Beer Garden", where only folks with ski boots on could dance to the Beatles sounds  circa 1963!!!

Gordy Richardson  I met Frank years ago in 1970 when he was traveling to El Salvador to buy the Corsair.  We made many trips down there together to speak with Archie Baldocci and Colonel Artiga.  I am so sorry to hear of his passing and my heartfelt condolensis with his early passing.  I always had the most respect and appreciation of Franks aviation warbird knowledge and his tenacity with the F4U.  He is surely missed and I so regret not have gotten in touch with him over the years.  We were both aquarians and I guess that is why we got along so well.  All the best to the family.   Gordon Richardson  UAL retired

I just learned of Franks passing. He was a Navy classmate, a TWA fellow Capt and dear friend. I along with many will miss him. Sincerely, Lou D`Alise

I learned of Frank's passing this morning when routinely checking the TARPA website.  We flew together several times in the nineties at TWA, and I enjoyed every minute I spent with him.  
David "Elwood" Wallace

Kathy,  we are saddened to hear about your loss.  Frank was a special person. You and the boys are in our prayers.  In Christ's Love,  Gayle and Carolyn Garner

Kathy, so sorry to hear about Frank. I will keep you and family in my prayers.

Kathy. I  first met Frank when I went to your house to do your retirement  paperwork and your long term care. Every time is visited, I was always impressed by how much he loved you. It was so obvious that he held you first; above all . I'm happy I got to know such a fine man. He is pain free now and with God's grace you both shall have peace. My most sincere condolences Kathy, Matt and Paul.

May your light always shine bright and bring comfort to your family.

Frank was always at our house hanging out with my big brother Gus. Throughtout the years I have either visited with Frank and Kathy or my brother would keep me updated with Frank's activities. 
Love you Frank and thank you for being part of our family!

So sorry at Frank's passing.  I had spoken with him several time over the years after Paul and Matt graduated from Eastwood.He always gave me all the latest news about you all-with a sad heart-Jay Stevens

Kathy, I'm so sorry to hear about Frank. I just lost my mom in October. There will be a lot to think about. Please take care of yourself. Thinking about you, Denise Abraham

We were so sad to hear about Frank's passing.  Frank and family are our family.  Frank was Jim's godfather and a wonderful friend.  We were blessed to have him in our life.  You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Kathy and our good friend Frank,

Thank you for being and staying in our lives. Frank and  Jim enjoyed life as young Naval Aviators in VR-21 based in Alameda, CA near Oakland and San Francisco.  He became God Father to our first born son, Jimmy. He visited us on our farm in Alaska. He came to weddings and anniversaries. His Christmas card would come late  but always did filled with news and best wishes for our family.  Squadron mates earned nick names mostly based on some prominent feature of his personality. "Straight Arrow" for Frank was earned from his total trust and loyalty to his friends.

Thank you Kathy for "hosting" our son Brian's family when they moved to your great city as part of his Army Medical Training...we called you our surrogate Grandparents!   

Our Love, embraced in our Prayers, Jim & Cathie Vickaryous

Kathy, Paul, Matt & Family,  We are all saddened by Frank's passing!  We will never forget his smile and true caring for others!!!  May God Bless and Keep You & Yours!  Tom, Cody, Ashlee & Travis Wells

Frank will be missed by all of us who knew him and loved him. May 
god be with you and see you through this loss.
warren and daveen jorgensen

So sad to hear of your husband and fathers passing.  May God keep you in his loving arms during this difficult time.

Gigi McKnight Mayea

Mrs Arrufat and Sons so sorry for your loss may the Lord give you comfort and peace during this difficult time. 
god bless you all.

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Frank Raymond Arrufat Jr.

25 février 1940 – 20 novembre 2013

Hillcrest Funeral Home

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