New Comer Family Obituaries - Frank R. West, Jr. 1940 - 2020 - Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions

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In Loving Memory of

Frank R. West, Jr.

1940 - 2020

In Loving Memory of

Frank R. West, Jr.

1940 - 2020

Services & Gatherings

Service:

Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 12:30pm
Cape Canaveral National Cemetery 5525 U.S. Highway 1 Mims, Fl 32754

Newcomer - S. Seminole Chapel (407-260-5400) is assisting the family

West, Jr. Frank, age 79, of Casselberry, Florida passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. He was born in Kingsport, TN and graduated from Steed College, Johnson City, TN in 1962. Frank served in the US Army from 1963 – 1966, stationed in Germany. In 1987, he moved to Orlando, Florida, a state which he loved and had often visited as a youth. He worked at Siemens Corporation (retired 1998) where he met his wife, Cheryl Lynn Duncan West, whom he married in 1991.

Frank was an avid motorcyclist, achieving his goal of riding to all 48 continental states over a period of six years. He shared his wife’s love of their Samoyed dogs and rescue cats. Many people at the dog shows knew Frank for his constant support of Cheryl in the show ring. As he once said, “I don’t know what you’re doing out there, but you sure look pretty.” Frank and Cheryl loved cruising, enjoying trips to Alaska, the Caribbean and Central America.

Frank was a kind man, never a harsh word spoken, and a true gentleman. He cared deeply for animals and children, supporting several causes. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank West Sr. and Hazel Speers West. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Lynn Duncan West, his daughters, Tamra Blake (husband Bill) and Dana Ellis Fletcher (husband Tim), three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Frank will be interned, with military honors, at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/capecanaveral.asp 5525 US Highway 1, North Mims, Fl 32754. The service will be at 12:30 PM, Thursday, February 6, 2020. The cemetery personnel have asked that we line up in Lane D, and arrive at least 15 minutes before the ceremony.

There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date to honor Frank.

Services & Gatherings

Service:

Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 12:30pm
Cape Canaveral National Cemetery 5525 U.S. Highway 1 Mims, Fl 32754

Newcomer - S. Seminole Chapel (407-260-5400) is assisting the family

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Frank and Cheryl, both, have been long time clients of mine. I first started seeing Frank, as a massage client, many years ago. We all suffer from aches and pains and Frank was sent to me by his chiropractor to see if I could relieve the muscle strains from his various motorcycle travels and just living life. And that's what Frank did...he LIVED life! I just loved to hear his stories of his bike travels across the country. It's something I always wanted to do, but still need to learn to even 'pilot' a bike! His eyes would just light up as he described the beautiful countryside. And what better way to see it, than from a windowless, two wheeler. He also loved to brag on his puppy dogs and beautiful wife, Cheryl, with their numerous competitions in the ring and hilarious hijinx stories of what went on at home with 'the pack'! Eventually, Frank bought Cheryl her own massages and, I'd like to think, the three of us became friends. Frank always had a smile on his face and I can still remember his laugh. He loved life, fought hard to stay in it and loved every moment of it. My heart and love goes out to Cheryl and the rest of the family, in this difficult time. It's hard to say goodbye, but faith keeps us knowing we will see each other, again. Love and light from our family to yours...Andrea

~ Andrea McCrory Bandy - January 30, 2020

Frank was the Best. I worked with him for years at Siemens. It was not always a joy to work, but between Frank and Bob Parr it was always amusing, lots of laughs, and good company. When Frank bought his Harley, he sold his Honda to me. I rode it for years and have passed it on to my daughter who loves it. He will truly be missed.

~ Lorraine Bowen - January 16, 2020