FRANK, Pearlie Anna (nee FLAATA) - August 21, 1928 – December 15, 2021
Passed away peacefully, Wednesday, December 15, 2021, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 93.
Predeceased by her husband Walter, father Sten, mother Christine and sister Gustie Haystead. Devoted mother of Allan (Cynthia), Steven (Susan-Jane) and beloved grandmother of Madelaine.
Pearl was raised in a pioneering Norwegian farming family near Kincaid, Saskatchewan.
In the late 1940's she moved to Trenton to work at Bell Telephone.
She was introduced to a young cattle dealer named Walter Frank who shortly afterwards would contract polio.
Pearl chose a life of selfless dedication to Walter and stayed by his side for 50 years.
They married in 1955 with family life beginning in 1956 with the arrival of Allan who was followed by Steven five years later.
Pearl was the undeniable source of Walter's ability to forge on, despite his handicap, when he decided to reinvent himself selling real estate.
The late 60's and 70's were a time of rapid expansion and Pearl was certainly Walter's foundation to build W. Frank Real Estate into one of the largest independent real estate companies in the country.
She was stylish and an extremely creative person who enjoyed making jewellery and knitting. From simple beginnings, Pearlie Anna would leave an indelible mark on all lucky enough to have met her.
A special thank you to medical staff at Lakeridge Health, Chartwell Wynfield Long Term Care and the wonderful staff at the Carriage House Retirement Residence Oshawa.
A celebration of her life will take place on an appropriate date in 2022 at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home in Bowmanville.
Donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the Durham Humane Society through the funeral home.
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