LODHAR, Frank - (April 18, 1943 – November 7, 2020) - Frank Lodhar peacefully passed away Saturday, November 7th, 2020 in Brampton after a very courageous, but tragically rapid, fight with cancer.
Frank lived a beautiful life which began in Cedar Hill, Trinidad WI where he spent his childhood and youth. He spoke often, and fondly, about growing up in Trinidad as the oldest of 13 children in a tight knit family with a vast grove of fruit trees in the yard.
After beginning his career as an educator in Trinidad at the young age of 17, he eventually journeyed to Canada at the age of 25 and settled in Leamington, ON. He continued his career as an educator, resource teacher, and administrator with the Essex County Board of Education, eventually retiring to Brampton, ON. Among his many accomplishments he was noted as an outstanding professional who revolutionized the model for the delivery of Special Education Services within the board. Always a firm believer in education, he completed his Masters in Education degree at the University of Windsor.
Frank is survived by his loving wife, Gladys (nee Australie), of 53 years and his daughters, Cathryn Raman (Gordon) and Loreen. He was the adored “papa” to his grandson Sebastian and his favourite furry friend and canine companion, Riley.
Brother of David (Rebecca), Vera Ragbir (Ralph), Sarah, Roy (Joy), Marion, Cintrah Coolman (Carl), Margaret Manchoon (Curtis), Carol, Annette Seelal (Danny), Andre, Dennies Rattan (Ben) and Ricardo. Uncle of 11 nieces, 12 nephews, and many great nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father, Boney, his mother, Celia, father-in-law Hamid Australie, mother-in-law Olga and nephew Travis.
Frank had a generous heart, led with a firm and kind hand to bring out the very best in every life he touched. From his students, to his family, as a professional in education and as a community leader on many volunteer boards he was a leading agent for change. He was a firm believer in family and duty and with his wife Gladys sponsored many of his siblings, sharing their home and eventually helping them settle into successful educational pursuits and careers across Canada. Frank was comfortable with any tool he picked up and there is not a home of any family member or friend that his skillful hands have not touched.
In his happiest moments, his gleeful grin would warm the hearts of everyone around him. If there were a mission and a purpose for positive impact Frank led the charge by example, rolling up his sleeves and getting to work with no complaints, just effort. He will be forever missed but his positive influence will live on through the lessons he taught to everyone blessed to be in his presence.
Friends and family may visit (RESPECTING COVID RESTRICTIONS) at Andrews Community Funeral Centre, 8190 Dixie Road, Brampton, ON, L6T 5N9 on Friday, November 13th rom 5 - 8 pm. Due to current restrictions a small, private funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 14th at 11:00 am at Andrews Community Funeral Centre (by invitation only).
Donations in Frank Lodhar's memory can be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Diabetes Canada, or the Kidney Foundation.
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