Frank was raised on a dairy farm in Overland Park, and resided in Johnson County throughout his life. He graduated from Shawnee Mission High School before attending the University of Kansas and William Jewell College. Frank interrupted his college studies to serve with the U.S. Army’s occupying forces in Japan following World War II.
His first jobs were as a milkman and a route salesman at his family’s Country Club Dairy. He later worked in banking, sales and finance. Frank enjoyed playing cards and golf at Indian Hills and Milburn Country Clubs, following Kansas City sports, reading thrillers and histories, spending time with family, and eating local steak and barbecue. He particularly enjoyed his time at his second home in Sarasota where his many friends greatly enhanced his retirement years.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 28th at the Corinth Cemetery in Prairie Village, KS. A Celebration of Life will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 19th at Gecko’s Grill & Pub, Stickney Point & Hwy 41, Sarasota, FL.
He was preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years Marguerite “Midge” Sherman Wood. Survivors include his children, Karin Henry of Mexia, TX, Kevin Wood of Overland Park, KS, and Kristin Hansen of Edina, MN; grandchildren, Cory Henry, Jenna Mutz, Megan Varilla, and Joey Wood; and five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army or the Overland Park Historical Society. Condolences may be left online at www.mcgilleyhoge.com.
