Greetings, you don't know me, but my friend was the young man who survived the accident on December 4th. I just want to extend my condolences and prayers for you and your family. In visiting my friend, we have often discussed that there is no blame or bad feeldings towards Frankie orWolfgang. He, as well as many others in our community have been holding your famiies and friends in our prayers, for strength, for comfort and for peace. May God hold you and your family and friends close and give you comfort. God's blessings.

To the Martinez family,

I never had the pleasure of meeting Frank, but my son, Connor Wolf, was at school with him at SIUC and spoke of him often.  One thing he had told me was that Frank had quickly become a good friend, but he often was a quieter member of their group of friends.  When he did have something to say, everyone stopped and listened, because he was really worth listening to because he was very funny and insightful and he wouldn't say something unless it needed to be said. 

He will be missed by many, and my heart aches for your loss. My deepest condolences go out to you and your entire family.

My sincerest sympathy,

Renee Quinby

Dear uncles Jen and Juan, dear cousins Kate and Max:
I am so very sorry.  There are no words to explain, or words to express the magnitude of this loss. Frank was an incredible young man. The few times I saw him as a child and as a grown man I was in awe of his abilities, and how loved by his family he was. I saw my uncle taking care of him and letting him be free at the same time. I will always remember his strength, his ability to climb trees and bring us fruit, and his curious mind. I am sorry I did not dig up more into your life Frank, but I am glad of the moments we had together. You are in my heart as your family is. I love you guys.

Frank, writing has never been so difficult for me. I can only say that you were the best son for my uncles. The best brother to my cousins ​​Kate and Max, and the best cousin and almost like a brother to my children Sophia and Robert. Thank you for loving them so much and giving them the best moments, thank you for always being the cousin who always let Sophi do their hair and makeup, thank you for loving them. We will miss you very much but we are consoled to have enjoyed you. You will always live in our hearts. We love you.

My best friend since we were born. I love you forever Frank.

Dear Jen and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family at this time. 

Brook Herman

Dearest Jen, I am so very sorry. I am thinking of you, your family, and those who love Frank with peace and compassion.  With love and peace, Lannae

Jen:  I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.  My deep condolences to you and your family.
Lyndell (Lyn) Hales,  ERDC CHL

Dear Jennifer and family, my heart breaks for your terrible loss of your precious son. May the raw, gaping hole in your heart soften and heal with time and priceless, fond memories prevail. Please accept my sincerest sympathy.

Frank was one of the most gifted people I knew. He was incredibly intelligent and passionate when he talked about cars and technology. He would always have the answers when I asked about what car I should get and why. He was also very athletic. I started playing soccer with Frank as a junior camp counselor at the Latoff  ymca. I worked there with him for a few years until it shut down. We would come in, take care of our group of kids and play sports. After we swam or led a camp game, we ate lunch with a small group of friends. We would sit on the balconies in the gym, the tiki hut or in the lunch room by the climbing walls. For a few summers we would continue this routine. Frank, Kate and I grew close. We started hanging out at the ymca to play soccer in their indoor soccer field. When they shut down, we then started playing soccer at melas. They became my winter breaks, my summer days, and soon Friday nights. Franks and Kate were my everyday routine at some points. Im going to miss those moments with him. Soccer won’t be the same. Summer nights won’t be either. I’ll miss Frank and so many others who shared similar memories with him, will too.

I’m shaking as I write this. I have such fond memories of Frank and all of you. I hope your faith can guide you through this difficult time as it makes absolutely no sense.  You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Frank will experience the most jubilant Christmas ever!  
With deepest sympathy,
Mrs. Sima

I don’t think there are enough words to be said when God takes us such a young life. My heart breaks for the family. I have fond memories of Frank at St Zachary‘s. He was such a sweet boy. I hope your faith will get you all through this very tragic time. Sending prayers to Mom, Dad, Max , Kate and your extended family.

OBITUARY

Francis Martinez

March 23, 2005 – December 4, 2023

Oehler Funeral Home

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