Franklin Andrew Cleland
Oct. 7, 1928 – Dec. 20, 2009
Franklin “Frank” A. Cleland was born to Robert Earl and Dorothy Voss Cleland in St. Francis, Kansas. He grew up on a farm in St. Francis and moved to Genoa, Texas, when he was in high school. Frank attended Texas A&M University, where he majored in chemical engineering and served as a battalion commander in the Corps of Cadets. After graduating from Texas A&M in 1950, Frank continued on to graduate school at Princeton University, earning a Ph.D. in chemical engineering in 1954.
Following graduate school, Frank joined Shell Development Company in Emeryville, California, as a research scientist. Frank enjoyed a 34 year career with Shell working in a variety of research and management positions before retiring to Bend in 1990. In 1956, Frank married Joanne McConaughy in San Francisco and they shared 53 wonderful years together.
Frank enjoyed spending time outdoors with his family camping, backpacking and boating. He cared deeply about protecting the environment and served on the Central Oregon Audubon Society board of directors for several years.
Frank was a passionate bird watcher and avid wildlife photographer. He traveled widely throughout the United States, Canada and Australia photographing hundreds of different bird species in their native habitats. Frank’s photographs have been showcased at the High Desert Museum, Lava Lands Visitor Center and numerous Central Oregon art galleries and art auctions. His images have also been published in field guides, calendars and post cards. Hummingbirds were Frank’s favorite species and he took particular delight in the challenges of photographing these tiny birds.
Frank is survived by his wife, Joanne, of Bend; son, Todd Cleland, of Corvallis; daughter, Anne Garner, of Los Gatos, California; and granddaughters Valerie Cleland, Stephanie Cleland, Shannon Garner, Kristin Garner, and Lauren Garner.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Partners in Care Hospice House, 2075 NE Wyatt Court Bend, OR 97701. A private family service will be held.
Arrangements are by Baird Funeral Homes of Bend.
Grandpa Frank was the best grandfather I could have asked for. Here are a couple of my favorite memories about my grandpa:
ReplyDeleteNobody could play a game of hearts like Grandpa Frank. He would sit there smiling, and let us think we were doing really good until too late we realized he was shooting the moon. I don't think we ever succeeded to beat him in hearts! It was so much fun.
Another memorable thing about my grandpa were his drawing skills. We always played a game called "telephone pictionary". And Grandpa Frank always had the funniest, most confusing drawings that no one could tell what they were! It was hilarious to play with him.
He (And Grandma Jo) always gave all of his granddaughters gift certificates to Goodies, the candy store, whether we deserved it or not. It was always such a treat to go up and visit him.
Grandpa Frank always had a smile on his face and laugh for all of us. And we are really going to miss him.
Lots of Love,
His Granddaughter,
Valerie
Grandpa Frank was an amazing grandfather, he was so much fun, extremely kind, and had amazing stories to tell. Being with him always made me smile.
ReplyDeleteGrandpa Franks passion and love for photography inspired me to start taking photos. I have great memories of running around the High Desert Museum counting the number of photos my Grandpa had in the museum. It makes me so proud to see those photos.
Grandpa was also a huge fan of JayJay the bird. We would spend many mornings amusing ourselves by hiding a peanut underneath a cup and watching JayJay try and get to the peanut.
Grandpa Frank was also the first person to teach me to solve the Jumble in the newspaper. Grandpa was amazing at it, and could do it in a matter of minutes, but he took the time and patience to teach me how to do it as fast as he could. Now every time I see the Jumble in the daily newspaper, it makes me smile and think of him.
Grandpa was the best grandfather ever and I loved spending time with him. I have so many fond memories of him that will stay with me forever.
Rest in Peace, Grandpa, you will stay in our hearts.
Love,
Stephanie
Even thought is has been such a long time since I have seen Uncle Frank, I will always remember him as a kind, gentle and caring man. He was a proud father, grandfather and a caring son. I have always admired his talents as a wildlife photography and can see the pictures from where I am sitting of some of the bird photographs I am fortunate enough to have hanging in my home. I know he will be missed tremendously by all who were fortunate enough to know him, but most of all by his family. God bless you all!
ReplyDeleteGrandpa Frank was an amazing grandfather and always could find a way to make me laugh, whether it was his hilarious drawings or making up unheard of (but real) words in scrabble. I loved comiung up and seeing him every summer and spending time with the family. I love you Grandma Frank and I'm so glad i have so many joyful moments to remember you by.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Kristin