We welcome friends and family to submit your fondest thoughts and memories of Duke, or your condolences to his family, so that we might add them to a list of tributes to share with all who visit our web site. To do so, simply complete a Memorial Tribute form and submit it to us. We will post your tribute as soon as possible.

Monday, February 13, 2006

I am deeply saddened by the death of Mike and extend my sympathy to June and the family. It was because of Mike's faith in my teaching that he first hired me as one of his staff. That faith continued when Michael was in my first second grade class. My sincere sympathy as we now know that Mike is in a place where there will be no more pain.

Carol Ebeling
ebel@enter.net

Monday, February 13, 2006

June,

My deepest sympathies to you and your sons. Duke was a friend and colleague. I was fortunate to have him work with me as the interim Assistant Superintendent of Schools of the Phillipsburg School District and, subsequently, as a professional consult at the Stepping Stone School.

I will miss his friendship and sage advice tremendously.

Dr. Jack Emery
jkemery@hotmail.com

Monday, February 13, 2006

Though Mike did much that might be considered to be "special" he wouldn't really have had to DO anything. He was one of the few persons in life that is called on to just BE. Duke was a true steward of his gift of friendship, and those of us who were recipients of that gift are all the better for it. May the Holy Spirit wrap June and her family in the warmth of His special guidance during this difficult time.

Pam Giordano
pamgi@ptd.net

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Please accept my sincerest condolences and sympathies. The Frinzi's treated me like another member of the extended family. Duke exuded "family love and kindness" through his everyday actions and I am blessed to consider him my friend.

It's not goodbye, it's until we meet again....

Chris Smith
smithchr@vectored.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Mike will be missed by many in the area. He had a hand in educating our four children and I had the pleasure of working with him a number of times. It is people like him who make a difference in our world that is positive. May God Bless the family.

Neil B. and Carol Corley
ncorley@mchsi.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

I am saddened by the death of "Duke" or Mr. Frinzi as he will always be known to me. You see, I was a member of his first 8th grade class at the Delaware Park School in Lopatcong Township. We all loved our young, handsome and dynamic teacher. I, too, became a teacher and our paths would cross over the years. He always remembered me and we would share a few reminiscences. Years later, he would serve as an interim principal in the Washington Boro district and I would have an opportunity to interact with one of my favorite teachers again. Mr. Frinzi was a very special person who made everyone feel important and looked for the best in all people. He leaves a lasting legacy among those when knew and loved him. My sincere condolences go out to his family.

Harriet Moyer Dufton
hrdufton@myway.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

John and Family,
We're so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You're in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

The Hall Family and Staff at The Ship
publican@shipinn.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

We are very sorry for your loss. We met Mr. Frinzi at his son's, Duke. He was a great person who will be terribly missed.

Deneise Korzenowski & Missy Mattson
dedekorz@enter.net

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

A Tribute to Duke Frinzi-

It is difficult to put into words how much Michael "Duke" Frinzi is going to be missed by the members of Phillipsburg Chapter 4704 AARP. Duke was much more than our vice president and board member. On many occasions, and in many situations, he was the one who instilled life into the event or found the solution when there was a problem. Our motto is "To serve, not to be served." Duke so typified that motto, not only in our organization but with his entire life. Countless people owe a debt of gratitude to Duke for things he did for them without ever complaining or asking for reward. People such as Duke Frinzi are a rare treasure. His passing leaves a large void in many of our lives. May God bless him and grant him eternal rest.

John T. Bruns
President, Phillipsburg Chapter 4704 AARP
jtbruns515@aol.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

John and family,

I was very sorry to read about your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Kelly (Huber) Price
khuberprice@yahoo.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

As an active brother of the Gettysburg College Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, I would like to express the chapter's condolences to the Frinzi family. During his tenure at Gettysburg, "Duke" was a strong member of the Greek Community and served as the Chapter's President in 1953. His contributions to the house have continued to live on in the work of the Active members some 52 years later. Thank you Duke, you will be missed.

Jeremy Meehan
meehje01@gettysburg.edu

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

John, June and Family,

My thoughts are with you as this sad time.

Fondly,
Nancy Collyer
Pirates in Paradise
Mspalmtree@aol.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

I was saddened to read of Mr. Frinzi's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Wendy Lyle
jnatisinjr@juno.com

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Dear June and family,

Offering my deepest condolences. Duke shall certainly be missed. He was certainly loved.

Love and Comfort to all of you in your time of sorrow.

Sincerely,
Joy (Cicero) McKenney and family

Tuesday, February 14, 2006

Mike, John, Rich,

Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting your Dad, I can well imagine that you three represent his life's work and how intensely proud of you all he must have been.
Melinda and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

George Stack
georgestack@hotmail.com

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Dear June and Family, our sympathy and prayers are with you, may God bless you and yours!

Alpha Joe and Irene Ingegneri
IreneandJoe@webtv.net

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Dear John, Margo, and Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of grieving.

Your Friends,
Mike & Jenn Howey
mhowey@roxbury.org

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Aunt June and Family.

My thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy.

Love,
Janice (Gearinger)

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

My sincere sympathy to Mr. Frinzi's family. Although I only knew him as Mike during my brief time at Stepping Stone School, our mutual admiration for Ray Mantoni became the focal point for our conversations. I feel blessed that our paths crossed for a short time.

Dave Pierce
dpiercesrmr2@wmconnect.com

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Mr. Frinzi hired me when I first started my teaching career at Pohatcong School. It was an immense pleasure working for him and with him. Mr. Frinzi truly cared about his staff as professionals and as human beings. May his guiding light continue to shine on all of us who were fortunate enough to know him!!!

Vera Russo Reynolds
Caribb4977@aol.com

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

June,

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Mike was a warm and special individual who truly cared about "his family" at Shimer and Warren Glen Schools. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Denise Moyle
dmoyle@entermail.net

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

With all of my love,
Sharyn Harms
sharyn@enter.net

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

I would like to send my condolences to the Frinzi family for the loss of their loved one. Mr. Frinzi was a very nice man, I went to Warren Glen School from 1970 to 1974, where he was the Principal. I remember him as a very patient, quiet spoken man, who earned a lot of respect from his students. He was also the principal for a short period of time at the Stepping Stones School (which was formally Warren Glen School), where my son, Eldy McNally went. A funny story to go with that is: my son, Eldy, showed me my name, and a few other students, who scratched our names and the year on one of our last days of the 8th. grade. I don't even remember doing that, but there it was, in my handwriting! Shame on me! Anyway, during open house, Eldy brings me & Mr. Frinzi into that classroom, and shows it to us. Mr. Frinzi, bless his heart, started laughing, and said Linda, we sure waited a lot of years to punish you for this. He started laughing again, and then went off to talk with other people. That was very weird, my son showing my Principal something I did 26 years ago! Mr. Frinzi will be missed by a lot of people, may he rest in peace.

Linda Szela, McNally
lindakbug@aol.com

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Dear Mike and the entire Frinzi family,

Please accept my deepest condolences and my respect. I wish you all comfort and friendship in this time.

Sincerely,
Bob Grisanti
bgrisanti@earthlink.net

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

My dearest sympathy to the Frinzi Family~

"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for awhile and leave footprints on our hearts..And we are never the same."

There will always be a special place in my heart where Mike will always be. The people whose lives he touched will never be the same, only to be a better person for being blessed with his special friendship. He shared his love and caring so openly with all of us and left a true legacy behind ....to be the kind of person this world definitely needs so many more of. May God Bless you with the strength to endure each passing day full well knowing that is what his wish would be. Please know he will never leave you - he will always remain alive within our hearts.

With sympathy and love,
Betty (Tersigni) Hammerstone
hammerbk@verizon.net

Wednesday, February 15, 2006

Dear June and Family,

It is with great sorrow that we write to offer our deepest sympathies to you all. We are sorry we can not be there to join you at the services. There are many good and fun memories of having grown up with him for which I (Sal) am very thankful. We both often remember with smiles your trip to Colorado and your experiences with all the critters, irrigation etc. Also our day trips to Ancient places in our area. Duke was always willing to try new things, go new places and he was first and foremost in our eyes a "Gentlemen's Gentlemen"!!! We love our memories and are sure he has created many more for so many others! God Bless you all. We love you!

Sal and Shelly Rumore
shelrum@peoplepc.com

Thursday, February 16, 2006

It's hard to lose the good ones - loving father and friend.

Our condolences to the Frinzi family. We are sorry for your loss.

Alan Clough & Julie Berndt
AlanClough@aol.com

Thursday, February 16, 2006

June and family,

I am truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mike was a wonderful person, a true gentleman, who genuinely cared about people. He always had something kind to say. He made me proud to be a "Frinzi".

Mary Ellen Winter
mesnowy@rcn.com

Thursday, February 16, 2006

Mike Frinzi was the interim Director at Stepping Stone School when I applied for a custodian position. He hired me because of the history with the Warren Glen School that I had.Through the next six years we developed a friendship because of our mutual interest in the history of our township.Will miss Mike (Mr.Frinzi) and my heart felt condolences to June and her family.

Jerry Crouse
riverrat13@verizon.net

Thursday, February 16, 2006

Dear June and sons,

Please forgive my absence at Duke's viewing. I asked my brother and my son to explain the reason. When it happens that I will be performing the music at a good friend's funeral, I tend to avoid the viewing simply because I get too choked up and find it almost impossible to get through the service. I hope that God will give me all that I need to give Duke the best performance that is in me. I also pray that He will bless and give all of you the strength to bear through this loss. He must have needed another Interim Principal up there in Heaven. I know that He will take care of all of you in time.

Sincerely,
Gene Giancamilli
ggian13@verizon.net

Friday, February 17, 2006

I majored in political science. Talking politics is something I love to do. Mr. Frinzi and I always talked politics and he was my favorite person to talk politics with. He brought great joy to my life during our conversations. He will be greatly missed.

Missy Mattson
rainbow-unicorn@care2.com

Friday, February 17, 2006

John and June,

We are very sorry for your loss.Our deepest condolences to your family.

Judy & Romano Giovannetti
godengirlfour@hotmail.com

Wednesday, February 22, 2006

The Washington Borough Education Association sends their condolences to the family of Mr. Frinzi. Mr. Frinzi served as the Interim Principal at Taylor St. School. It was a pleasure working with him.

Cynthia Hausamann
Washington Education Association
cmj@goes.com

Wednesday, March 1, 2006

Dear Michael J. III and Family,

I was very sorry to learn of Mr. Frinzi's passing from a mutual friend. I remember him as a very kind man and a special person to his son, Michael. Prayers and sympathy to all of you in this difficult time.

Joanne Weir Ulrich and Family
jobar1111@aol.com