3-12-14
I’m saddened to say that Frank Studenski, avid USS Boston CA-69 savant, writer of the incredible WAR DIARY, master model-maker, great story-teller, beloved and invaluable member of the USS Boston Shipmates, lost his battle with cancer this past Saturday (March 8.) Frank was three days shy of his 90th birthday. He died shortly after being released from the hospital at the home of his son, Frank Jr.
As of this writing, no obituary has yet been posted.
I posted a story about Frank on June 15, 2013, after meeting with and interviewing him during the writing of Baked Beans Vol. 3. His participation in the book was critical and his stories amazing.
Glad I had the chance to meet you, Frank. Rest in Peace.
steve
RIP Frank. Without you Steve’s books would not have been possible
Frank was a treasure and a dear friend. Through Art Hebert at the USS BOSTON organization, I was put in touch with Frank back in 2008. From then on, Frank was like a second dad to me and someone from whom I learned a tremendous amount. Whether we were talking about Frank knowing my dad on board CA-69 (they were in the same division) and many details of their time on the ship or about life in general, it was an unbelievable pleasure. Frank was a true gift in my life.
May he rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in many happy memories of him.
I will miss him greatly.
Frank was one of a kind. God Bless him and his family.
Another great veteran from WWII has left us. May he rest in peace and may his family find peace.