Frank Edward McCauley
VETERAN | CENTENARIAN
1916 - 2017
Early Life: Frank was born November 9, 1916, in Hicksville, Ohio, the son of Ray and Edna McCauley. He was raised on a large farm which included a dairy, providing milk to the Hicksville community and schools.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Frank attended Michigan State University graduating in 1939 with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Following college, Frank enlisted in the United States Army, then quickly transferred to the Air Corps. He trained to fly fighter planes in Texas before being stationed in England. He flew his P-47 Fighter "Rat Racer" on 46 missions, supporting and protecting our B-17 bombers. He successfully shot down 5 ½ enemy aircraft, achieving "Ace" fighter pilot status. Frank returned home in 1945 having earned the Silver Star, two Distinguished Flying Crosses and four Air Medals. In 2015, Frank and Bobbie were flown to Washington D.C., where Frank was presented the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively presented to all 1447 American Aces. Frank married in 1945 and had three sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin. He pursued a successful career in construction in Northern California for the next 29 years. He retired in 1974, married his wonderful wife, Bobbie, and settled in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana. Frank and Bobbie enjoyed adventures traveling in their motorhome, including a very memorable trip to Alaska. Frank also enjoyed hiking and fishing here in Hamilton and volunteering for local organizations, including Marcus Daly Hospital and the Bitterroot Humane Association. Bobbie and Frank entertained often; it was not uncommon to have two or three dinner parties weekly with friends. Frank had an infectious smile and most positive outlook on life that will be eternally missed by family and friends. Frank proved to be a wonderful husband, father and grandfather with a fantastic network of neighbors and friends. Frank Edward McCauley, of Hamilton, Montana, passed away June 1, 2017, at Marcus Daly Hospice Center. He was 100 years old.
Family Message: "The family wishes to thank those friends and neighbors who offered support for Frank and Bobbie as needs arose."
Survived By: His wife, Bobbie McCauley; sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin; stepdaughter, Nancy Cook; grandchildren: Morgan, Kristy and Alina; five great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
Services: Graveside service
Military Honors: US Army | US Air Force
Burial: Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Obituary: © Daly-Leach Chapel | June 2017
Bio Compiled By: Annie Duckett Hundley
VETERAN | CENTENARIAN
1916 - 2017
Early Life: Frank was born November 9, 1916, in Hicksville, Ohio, the son of Ray and Edna McCauley. He was raised on a large farm which included a dairy, providing milk to the Hicksville community and schools.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Frank attended Michigan State University graduating in 1939 with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Following college, Frank enlisted in the United States Army, then quickly transferred to the Air Corps. He trained to fly fighter planes in Texas before being stationed in England. He flew his P-47 Fighter "Rat Racer" on 46 missions, supporting and protecting our B-17 bombers. He successfully shot down 5 ½ enemy aircraft, achieving "Ace" fighter pilot status. Frank returned home in 1945 having earned the Silver Star, two Distinguished Flying Crosses and four Air Medals. In 2015, Frank and Bobbie were flown to Washington D.C., where Frank was presented the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively presented to all 1447 American Aces. Frank married in 1945 and had three sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin. He pursued a successful career in construction in Northern California for the next 29 years. He retired in 1974, married his wonderful wife, Bobbie, and settled in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana. Frank and Bobbie enjoyed adventures traveling in their motorhome, including a very memorable trip to Alaska. Frank also enjoyed hiking and fishing here in Hamilton and volunteering for local organizations, including Marcus Daly Hospital and the Bitterroot Humane Association. Bobbie and Frank entertained often; it was not uncommon to have two or three dinner parties weekly with friends. Frank had an infectious smile and most positive outlook on life that will be eternally missed by family and friends. Frank proved to be a wonderful husband, father and grandfather with a fantastic network of neighbors and friends. Frank Edward McCauley, of Hamilton, Montana, passed away June 1, 2017, at Marcus Daly Hospice Center. He was 100 years old.
Family Message: "The family wishes to thank those friends and neighbors who offered support for Frank and Bobbie as needs arose."
Survived By: His wife, Bobbie McCauley; sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin; stepdaughter, Nancy Cook; grandchildren: Morgan, Kristy and Alina; five great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
Services: Graveside service
Military Honors: US Army | US Air Force
Burial: Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Obituary: © Daly-Leach Chapel | June 2017
Bio Compiled By: Annie Duckett Hundley
Frank Edward McCauley
VETERAN | CENTENARIAN
1916 - 2017
Early Life: Frank was born November 9, 1916, in Hicksville, Ohio, the son of Ray and Edna McCauley. He was raised on a large farm which included a dairy, providing milk to the Hicksville community and schools.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Frank attended Michigan State University graduating in 1939 with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Following college, Frank enlisted in the United States Army, then quickly transferred to the Air Corps. He trained to fly fighter planes in Texas before being stationed in England. He flew his P-47 Fighter "Rat Racer" on 46 missions, supporting and protecting our B-17 bombers. He successfully shot down 5 ½ enemy aircraft, achieving "Ace" fighter pilot status. Frank returned home in 1945 having earned the Silver Star, two Distinguished Flying Crosses and four Air Medals. In 2015, Frank and Bobbie were flown to Washington D.C., where Frank was presented the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively presented to all 1447 American Aces. Frank married in 1945 and had three sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin. He pursued a successful career in construction in Northern California for the next 29 years. He retired in 1974, married his wonderful wife, Bobbie, and settled in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana. Frank and Bobbie enjoyed adventures traveling in their motorhome, including a very memorable trip to Alaska. Frank also enjoyed hiking and fishing here in Hamilton and volunteering for local organizations, including Marcus Daly Hospital and the Bitterroot Humane Association. Bobbie and Frank entertained often; it was not uncommon to have two or three dinner parties weekly with friends. Frank had an infectious smile and most positive outlook on life that will be eternally missed by family and friends. Frank proved to be a wonderful husband, father and grandfather with a fantastic network of neighbors and friends. Frank Edward McCauley, of Hamilton, Montana, passed away June 1, 2017, at Marcus Daly Hospice Center. He was 100 years old.
Family Message: "The family wishes to thank those friends and neighbors who offered support for Frank and Bobbie as needs arose."
Survived By: His wife, Bobbie McCauley; sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin; stepdaughter, Nancy Cook; grandchildren: Morgan, Kristy and Alina; five great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
Services: Graveside service
Military Honors: US Army | US Air Force
Burial: Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Obituary: © Daly-Leach Chapel | June 2017
Bio Compiled By: Annie Duckett Hundley
VETERAN | CENTENARIAN
1916 - 2017
Early Life: Frank was born November 9, 1916, in Hicksville, Ohio, the son of Ray and Edna McCauley. He was raised on a large farm which included a dairy, providing milk to the Hicksville community and schools.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Frank attended Michigan State University graduating in 1939 with a degree in Agricultural Engineering. Following college, Frank enlisted in the United States Army, then quickly transferred to the Air Corps. He trained to fly fighter planes in Texas before being stationed in England. He flew his P-47 Fighter "Rat Racer" on 46 missions, supporting and protecting our B-17 bombers. He successfully shot down 5 ½ enemy aircraft, achieving "Ace" fighter pilot status. Frank returned home in 1945 having earned the Silver Star, two Distinguished Flying Crosses and four Air Medals. In 2015, Frank and Bobbie were flown to Washington D.C., where Frank was presented the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively presented to all 1447 American Aces. Frank married in 1945 and had three sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin. He pursued a successful career in construction in Northern California for the next 29 years. He retired in 1974, married his wonderful wife, Bobbie, and settled in the Bitterroot Valley of Montana. Frank and Bobbie enjoyed adventures traveling in their motorhome, including a very memorable trip to Alaska. Frank also enjoyed hiking and fishing here in Hamilton and volunteering for local organizations, including Marcus Daly Hospital and the Bitterroot Humane Association. Bobbie and Frank entertained often; it was not uncommon to have two or three dinner parties weekly with friends. Frank had an infectious smile and most positive outlook on life that will be eternally missed by family and friends. Frank proved to be a wonderful husband, father and grandfather with a fantastic network of neighbors and friends. Frank Edward McCauley, of Hamilton, Montana, passed away June 1, 2017, at Marcus Daly Hospice Center. He was 100 years old.
Family Message: "The family wishes to thank those friends and neighbors who offered support for Frank and Bobbie as needs arose."
Survived By: His wife, Bobbie McCauley; sons: Craig, Kirk and Kevin; stepdaughter, Nancy Cook; grandchildren: Morgan, Kristy and Alina; five great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.
Services: Graveside service
Military Honors: US Army | US Air Force
Burial: Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Obituary: © Daly-Leach Chapel | June 2017
Bio Compiled By: Annie Duckett Hundley
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