Final Salute

Ernest Douglass Frank, aged 85, a native of Oil City, Pennsylvania, and long-time resident of Saucier, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026, at Brookdale Senior Living in Biloxi.

Mr. Frank received his high school education and military training before embarking on a distinguished career. He was a proud and dedicated Navy Chief (Retired, E7), serving for 20 years. He exemplified the true “Can Do” spirit, always known as a loyal American Patriot. After retiring from the military, he worked for 20 years at Mississippi Power, followed by a period of part-time electrical work in his later retirement.

For 55 years, he was a member of the Bible Baptist Church, serving in various years as a Deacon. He was known for his dedication to helping at church and giving to others. He was passionate about Bible reading and studying and always looked for opportunities for witnessing for God and Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed 4-H, square dancing, roller-skating, long-distance swimming, and gardening.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Florence Frank (Douglass); his father, Roy T. Frank; his brother, Kurt Frank; and his wife, Patricia Ann Frank, to whom he was married for 56 years.

He is survived by his sister, Kay Johnson (Bob); sons, Bruce Frank and Erik Frank; and daughters, Heidi Frank and Beth Corder (Ron). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and sister-in-law.

Visitation will be on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 1 – 2:00 pm at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport. Funeral Service will begin at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in honor of Ernest, to BEAMS Bible Ministry.

“Thank you to all those who have loved and cared for our dad during his last tough years. He loved you all.”

Riemann Family Funeral Homes, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Frank family.