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Becky and Matt Lang |
I started working at
The Times directly out of high school in 1986. I met a guy there, we dated, then got
engaged. Frank put our Engagement announcement in his column, and we just celebrated our
20th wedding anniversary in October. Frank was always a delight, so positive and full of
advice! We would like to wish him a happy 80th birthday! |
Gwendolyn Jones and |
Frank Tyger has been a faithful and supportive friend of the
Garden State Storytellers League, Inc, for many, many years. Indeed, he
earned the name of the "Town Crier" as he was always so kind in making sure The
Times reading public was aware of our activities. In the early days, 1982, we held Family
Storytelling Concerts at The Times Community Room at Halloween and in the summer. Frank
was always there, lending his friendly and welcoming presence. Later, when our events were
held at the Hamilton Township Public Library, Frank still joined us, proudly bringing with
him the large Trenton Times banner which afforded the backdrop for our performance. Frank
was, indeed, a fine "storyteller" both in words and cartoons. After much
persuasion, he made his debut as a storyteller at the Hamilton Township Public Library
wearing a Howdy Doody mask. The applause was long and appreciative !!! |
Sharon and Ralph |
Remembering happy times with Frank in full would require
volumes. He and Ralph met at Finkle Advertising, both starting on the same day in the late
1950s. They became immediate fast friends, with similar interests and senses of humor.
Lunchtime was always spent together, often at Jack Hansen's for chopped steak. Their warm
friendship lasted to this day, more than 50 years. Ralph found Frank one of the best
friends of his life and cherishes the memories of the fun they shared working and talking
together over half a century. |
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Janette Garcia Janette and Frank in The Times
booth |
Frank Tyger - My Boss, My Mentor, My Friend I started working with Frank immediately after graduating
from University. I was hired part-time but I had a great time working with Frank. We went
to black-tie affairs, we worked with the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, the Rescue Mission,
you name the organization, Frank was always there to help. |
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Marie Power-Barnes |
I am so deeply sorry the world has lost Frank. I know we age and must pass at some point, but it just seems like the world would have been much better off had Frank been here for another 100 or so years! Frank first came into my life when I was a 17-year-old high school newspaper editor. I still have the award certificate he presented me, written in his signature block letters. I have, and will always treasure it. To me Frank was the epitome of integrity, honesty and grace. He taught me patience, and he showed me the value of humility. He would probably be embarrassed reading this card, much less the wonderful tributes on the web and elsewhere. As sad as I am, I am smiling as I write this and think of him so kind, so generous, so unassuming, and so loved. We know a lot of people in life. Few have the impact Frank did. I am so fortunate to have had him in my life. I'll love him forever and will never forget him. |
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Phyllis and Bob Gotwald |
Frank Tyger was a very dear friend to us. We
loved him greatly. |
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Jerry Russomanno |
I wanted to express my condolences regarding your loss but more than that I wanted to express some heartfelt words that hopefully will uplift your heart. Truly, in all the careers Ive held over the years, and of all the people Ive worked with, none had the positive impact on my life that your brother did. The years I worked with Frank at the Trenton Times newspaper during the 1960s and the 1970s were wonderful, educational and yes even INSPIRATIONAL! Frank was never satisfied with "Good" or "OK" or "Fine." He wanted "EXCELLENCE"! His goal was to strive for perfection professionally and personally. Frank compelled me to go beyond what I "thought" were the limits of my abilities and had me pursue areas of hidden talent, which he helped me develop that I still utilize today. I can truly say that Frank was my mentor, teacher, and more importantly, my friend! The skills I learned in school and college plus the talents with which God imbued me were honed to a "professional sharpness" under Franks tutelage. Looking back over Franks life and the honor and privilege I had in sharing a portion of it, I can emphatically state that Frank was more than just a good man, he was in fact a Gentleman! He taught me that it was more important to be accurate than flashy and even more important to be honest than accurate. Integrity to Frank was more important than talent. Frank Tyger embodied the Biblical phrase in Proverbs 22:1 "A good name is more desirable than great riches, and high esteem, than gold and silver." Franks name and reputation were worth their weight in gold. Another Biblical quote that comes to mind regarding Frank is from Proverbs 13:20 which states, "Walk with wise men and you will become wise." Because Frank took the time to coach, instruct, guide, and edit me, he imparted to me the blessings of his skills, talents and expertise which I continue to employ in my life until now. If I were asked what the greatest thing that Frank taught me by EXAMPLE, Id say it was the importance of being a man of integrity. Franks word was his bond. When Frank said something you knew he meant it and you knew hed do it! I will always thank God for bringing Frank Tyger into my life and affording me the honor and privilege of working side-by-side with such a wonderful man. I am as sure of this as I am sure of my next breath: That when your brother passed from this life and into the next, he was met at the Pearly Gates of Heaven by Almighty God who put his loving arms around Frank and said these wonderful words to him, "Welcome home my son; you have been a good and faithful servant during your sojourn on earth now come into your eternal reward." I know I will meet Frank when I get up there and if Im lucky the Good Lord will assign me the task of working with Frank in the editing of "The Heavenly Topics Newsletter. From a condolence note written to the Tyger family. |
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"Big Mike" Davidson |
Saddened to learn of his passing, always a kind word and smile, with such a down to earth way about him... A good man indeed... God speed my friend ! "Big Mike" was the former Morning Man on WHWH radio in Princeton, NJ |
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