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Frank Ronald Black, a native Kansan, died peacefully on August 21, 2025, in Littleton, Colorado at age 90, after a long battle with dementia. He was born on May 29, 1935, in Topeka, Kansas to Margaret and Charles Black and moved to Lawrence where he met his future bride, Ginger, in the second grade at Cordley Grade School. Frank was an All-American football player at Liberty Memorial High School and received Lawrence Journal World, football, and ROTC scholarships to attend the University of Kansas. Frank and Ginger were married in 1956 while both were students at the University of Kansas and within four years, had three sons: Allen, Mark and Doug.
Upon graduation, Frank entered the Marines, where he attained the rank of Captain and attended Ranger School. He served his country proudly for three years, then embarked on a career in sales that took him to cities throughout the Midwest. In 1972, he moved his family to Littleton, Colorado and became a real estate agent.
Throughout his life, Frank was an avid fan of the Jayhawks and Denver Broncos. He also enjoyed stamp collecting, spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and going to the mountains. He and Ginger were members of the Rockland Community Church in Golden, Colorado for 45 years.
Frank is survived by his loving wife of almost 70 years, Virginia (Ginger) Moomau Black; son Allen Black of Driggs, Idaho; son and daughter-in-law Mark and Laura Black of Bennett, Colorado; five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Their second son, Michael Douglas Black, passed away in 1979. He was also preceded in death by his siblings Charlie, Cara, Bob, Jim, and Margaret Ann.
Frank will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Services will be held on October 17, 2025, at 2:00 pm at the Rockland Community Church, 17 South Mt Vernon Country Club Road, Golden, CO. 80439. Please send memorials to Rockland Community Church.
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Janice Payne
December 6, 2025
Hi Ginger. This is your old friend from Noblesville IN. So sorry to hear of Franks passing. I lost Bill in2017 from cancer. Tracy died in 2021 of ALS at the age of 58. Her son passed away one yr later of cancer. I recently moved to Terre Haute IN to be with Ron. Send me your address on Ron´s e mail.
Stephanie Coleman
November 30, 2025
Ginger, both Scott and I were saddened to learn of Frank's passing. We will always remember him with so much joy for life. He had a great gift in story telling and could make anyone laugh. We are sending you warm hugs from Utah.
Teresa Rohde
October 16, 2025
My parents have known both Frank and Ginger for over 70 years. My Mom, Barbara Holladay Rohde, grew up in Lawrence and went to school with Ginger. My Dad, Ted Rohde, played football at KU with Frank. Both Frank and Ginger helped celebrate my mom´s 80 birthday in Colorado 10 years next month. So sorry to hear of his passing.
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Jenifer Burnett
October 15, 2025
Duane Estes
October 14, 2025
Dear Ginger
Great memories from LMHS football to visits in Colorado.
Frank was the BEST. Power to you for your constant love
for him. Much love, Duane Estes
Jenifer Burnett
October 12, 2025
My late husband knew Frank and Ginger from Grade school in Lawrence. Their families were friends. Both he and Norm were ROTC grads, played football and basketball ball together and kept in touch all over the world. Frank welcomed us with his smile, his laughter and stories, his joy and pride for Ginger and his boys. You will always be in our hearts and prayers.
Susan Schwanzle Mrkonic
October 3, 2025
I didn´t know Frank well but I do remember him from our memorable Talahinia trip, and he was always smiling! I also remember him dancing a little jig in place , in his 90 year old way, all of which tells me he was a very happy, fulfilled man, with a wonderful partner and family and will be truly missed.
Peggy Risk Hulteen
September 30, 2025
Ginger I just came across this in the obituaries. Sorry to see this but you had each other for a long wonderful life. I lost my Bob on February 16,2023. Just remember all the fun times you had. He's still watching over even though he is gone. My love to you and your family. Peggy
Anne Black
September 26, 2025
My great uncle Frank was so funny! His smile and laugh could light an entire room. His adoration of the love of his life, Ginger, was so special to witness. Al and Mark, your dad was so clearly proud of you and all you´ve accomplished. Rest in Peace Uncle Frank! Say hi to my grandpa.
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