Francis 'Frank' Rohr, age 71, of Yukon, passed away on January 17, 2025. He was born on January 30, 1953, in Hays, Kansas, to Jerry and Viola (Werth) Rohr.
While in high school, Frank worked for his dad at Rohr’s Bodyshop. He joined the United States Air Force in 1972, missing his graduation from Hays High School to enlist. Frank returned the next year when Susan graduated, and married the love of his life in 1973.
The young family moved with Frank’s stations, spending 3 years in England, where he also worked at the local racetrack as fire and rescue, and later California where their son, Clint, was born. During his years stationed in California, he spent time trout fishing and horseback riding. In 1980, Frank left the Air Force and returned to civilian life.
The family moved to Mustang, OK, because of Frank's job with Great Guns in the oil field. While in Mustang, their daughter Stacie was born. He later transitioned to BPB Wireline, which became Reeves and later Weatherford. Frank's career took him all over the world. He was known for his innovative ideas, technical knowledge, and strong work ethic. In 2016, he retired from the oil field after 35+ years.
In 2014, Frank received a life-saving lung transplant, which allowed him to welcome his first granddaughter, Charlie, into the world. This incredible gift gave him the opportunity to spend precious years with his family, creating memories they will treasure forever.
Frank loved all things country music and was very involved with the Oklahoma Opry. He was also very active in AA and remained sober for 36 years. AA changed and saved his life.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Jerry Fjelstad.
He is survived by his loving wife, Susan; son Clint and wife Pepper, and their children Charlie and Ramsey; daughter Stacie; sister Gloria Fjelstad; sister Jerri Ann Leiker and husband Lester; brother Larry Rohr and wife Mary; beloved Yorkie, Chewy; as well as many friends and family.
A memorial service for Frank is scheduled for Thursday, January 30th, at 2 pm at McNeil’s Funeral Service. January 30th would have been his 72nd 'belly button' birthday.
Frank’s life was profoundly changed by the transplant he received and by his involvement in AA. The family would like to acknowledge the individuals he met in AA and Lifeshare of Oklahoma. Keep coming back, it works if you work it. Please consider being an organ donor.