January 16, 1958 - May 26, 2024
Doug Frank was born on January 16, 1958 in Decatur to William D. and Marilyn Nelson Frank. He was a 1976 graduate of Arab High School, then entered the United States Army, in which he served as a medevac helicopter pilot. He retired as a warrant officer. He is survived by his sons Douglas Christopher Frank, Nicholas Alexander Frank and Ryan Stephen Frank; sister Jacqueline Tucker; and brother Bradley William Frank. A memorial service was held Wednesday, June 5, 2024.
~ From the Arab Tribune.
Doug loved being a member of the Arab High School band where he played baritone. Like so many, he held Mr. Washam in the highest esteem. Doug was a decorated Army helicopter pilot who served in Desert Storm. Following his military career he was an EMS helicopter pilot until his health grounded him in 2016. He enjoyed flying helicopters, riding motorcycles, and collecting guitars and guns. He made a mean quiche. He spent most of his adult life in El Paso, Texas. He moved to Florida in 2016. His health had been significantly declining since 2020. His cause of death was cardiac arrest, a complication of COPD.
~ Written by Mary Black Yarber
