Frank James Holmes

Background

Frank was born in 1920, in Acton, Ontario, Canada.

Education

Frank lived in Acton, Ontario his whole life with the exception of a short time when the family moved to Vancouver. He attended primary and elementary school in Acton. He attended Acton High School. He had eight brothers and sisters. His parents Florence and Charles emigrated from England with two young children and settled in Acton.

Career

After returning from the war, Frank worked at Beardmore Tannery in Acton which was the largest industry. He left to work for various plumbers before starting his own plumbing business. He was well-liked and known for good work and for fair prices.

Personality

Frank was well-liked by all of the neighborhood children as he had a great sense of humor and a love for children. He raised five children of his own and living in a wartime housing unit, there were many children who tended to hang out at Frank's house as they enjoyed talking to him and having him tease them.

Interests

• Frank loved following the horses and often attended racing events at tracks around the area.He also loved dancing and was often seen at the local legion dancing with his wife on Saturday evenings.

• Athletes

  Any hockey player.

Connections

Frank was married with five children, two girls and three boys of whom he was proud. At the time of his death, he had 6 grandchildren whom he doted on. After his death, five more grandchildren were born and in later years several great grandchildren arrived. His son Peter passed away in 2003 while his wife Kathleen passed away in 2012 at the age of 97.

Brother:

Frank Holmes

Frank was close to his brother Bob who was seven years younger than him. His other siblings were older. Bob and Frank spent many happy times at the race track together.