William Frank

WILLIAM S. FRANK, D.D.S., M.A.G,D.October 15, 1920 - March 13, 2010Bill Frank, an exemplary, loving husband, father and grandfather, as well as an iconic humanitarian, philanthropist, educator, dentist, and athlete suddenly passed away at the age of 89. BillÂ's dedication, involvement and passion to love and serve his fellow man was well recognized by his myriad friends and patients in the many dental and community organizations he served. His service and love for Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity began in his first year at the USC School of Dentistry, and through his following 64 year membership. Bill was a clinical professor and also served as president of the USC Dental Alumni Association, The Century Club, Southern Calif. Academy of General Dentistry, the Academy of Dentistry International, the Pierre Fauchard Academy and Omicron Kappa Upsilon (O.K.U.), the national dental honor fraternity. He was a member of the Examining Committee of the California State Board of Dental Examiners . Bill, along with his dear love of over 66 years, Ruth, was active in the Dick Salter Chapter of the City of Hope, a founder of the Hebrew University, recipient of their prestigious T...[more]

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ch of Learning and Maimonides awards among others.Bill was active in his community and served as president of his Rotary Club, and also as District Governor. He graciously participated as a national and international coordinator for Rotary InternationalÂ's Â"Polio PlusÂ" campaign to eradicate polio in children worldwide. Raised in Silver City, New Mexico, Bill attended UCLA, where he met his dear Ruth. He lettered in varsity baseball and, upon graduation, served in the Pacific as a celestial navigator in the Naval Air Corps during World War II. After the war, Bill attended USC Dental School on the GI Bill.He leaves his dear wife, Ruth, who has constantly been by his side, daughters Jeannine and Carol (Michael), son Nyle (Kathie) and two adoring grandchildren, Rami and Raphael.In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to City of Hope (Salter Chapter), Braille Institute or American Friends of the Hebrew University.