Frank L Tabor's Obituary
Frank Louis Tabor, 87, of St Clair passed away peacefully in his home, cared for by his son Chris.
He served with the U.S. Navy, participating in amphibious landings in the western Pacific Ocean during the Second World War. He was recalled to service during the Korean War, resigning his commission as Lieutenant upon starting a family.
He graduated from Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan with degrees in electrical and mechanical engineering. Upon his graduation he joined the Detroit Edison Company for a 38 year career, culminating as start-up engineer for the Greenwood and Belle River power plants.
Frank was a maritime history enthusiast. He volunteered with the Port Huron Museum, and performed electrical and wiring repairs during the restoration of the Huron Lightship with his good friend Roy Wade.
His loving wife of 44 years, Jean Gertrude Tabor, passed away 10 years ago. Frank is survived by his sister Yvonne Linahan and his four sons: Greg of Bremerton, WA Gary of Ann Arbor, MI Chris of St Clair, MI and Mark of Stockbridge, MI as well as four grandchildren and one greatgrandchild. He will also be missed by Jean and Frank's good friend Dorothea Knight.
Visitation 4-8 Thursday in the L.C. Friederichs & Son Funeral Home. In state Friday
At St. Mary’s Catholic Church from 9:30 AM till mass at 10 AM. Burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
In leau of flowers, donations to support the Huron Lightship, whose decks Frank is bound to walk again, can be sent care of Lake Huron Lore Marine Historical Society.
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