Frank Clovis, 69
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Frank Clovis. To all who knew him well, Frank brought a brightness of spirit fueled by seeing those around him thrive. He was our PopCola, our Guido Vespucci, our Grand Poobah, the Godfather of all CPAs, and he is missed.
Born June 29, 1953, in Longview, Wash., to parents Julie and Franklin; he was the second of four children. Frank was preceded in death by his parents and sister Terre.
He is survived by his wife, Linda; son Frank Jr. (Sandy) Clovis; daughter Tracy Sanders of Coeur d’Alene; Denny (Stephanie) Clovis and Brian (Christina) Gross, Tucson; his nine grandchildren, Brittany (Jay) Gonzalez, Landra, Quinn and Kaylee Clovis, Mattison (Dyllan) Barnes, Riley (Hope) Sanders, Kallin Sanders, and Camryn and Evan Gross; great-grandchildren Onyx and Wrenlee Barnes; sister-in-law Donna Caskey; and brothers Tom and Greg. Frank loved his family and friends beyond measure, and we will miss his megawatt smile and larger-than-life persona, lighting up every room he entered.
Frank and his wife, Linda, had many adventures together. They loved to travel and created a tradition of spending time with their grandchildren, taking them on mystery trips the year each of them turned 12. They also loved to travel abroad visiting many countries. His craving for warm weather led to many of their travels, and they spent as much time as possible at their Tucson home.
Frank never missed the opportunity to sing the praises of his alma mater with his family, friends, or clients, and poke fun at EVERYONE else who made the wrong decision to go anywhere but BSU. It was a rare occasion to find Frank not talking about, surrounded by or wearing Boise Broncos gear.
A celebration of Life is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday, June 17, at 1250 W. Ironwood Drive. In honor of Frank, wear shorts (Frank's favorite attire) and bright colors; Boise State Bronco or Hawaiian shirts preferred. Please visit Frank’s full memorial and sign the online guestbook at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.
