Michael A. Frassrand
Michael A. Frassrand, 93, of Harrison, Tennessee, died on Thursday, August 14, with Charlyne, his beloved wife of 70 years, by his side.
Throughout Michael's 40-year career at Combustion Engineering he held many different positions in engineering and manufacturing management including starting up and managing three product lines: Nuclear Components Manufacturing, Stainless Steel Tube Manufacturing, and Welding Wire. His contributions were instrumental to Combustion's success in the power systems field. In addition to his career at Combustion, Michael's second career was in the Navy as an officer during World War ll (Rank LT(JG)) and later retired from the U.S. Naval Reserves as a captain. He was also instrumental as the liaison in Chattanooga Combustion's role with Admiral Rickover's implementation of nuclear power in its naval fleet. He was an alumni of St. Leo's Academy in Florida and the University of Tennessee.
After retiring, Michael put his love and passion into cultivating varieties of figs from around the world. He shared his immense compassion and knowledge, touching the lives of many people throughout the years. He was a member of St. Peter and Paul's Basilica.
Michael is survived by his wife, Charlyne, three children, Michael Paul, John Timothy and (Francesca), and Marjorie Ann; six grandchildren, Kimberly Paige, Michael Casey and (Kimberly Ann), Timara Michelle Frassrand; and Kristina, Wesley, and Matthew Cameron; and great-grandchild, Maya Frassrand.
A special thanks to Hospice and Home Instead Senior Care for the loving care and support.
Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 18, at The Chattanooga National Cemetery, officiated by Father Charlie Burton and Monsignor George Schmidt, Jr.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital.
Arrangements are by Chattanooga Funeral Home Crematory and Florist, North Chapel, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, Tn. 37343.
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