The Wellesley Council on Aging community has been saddened this week by the passing of Frank Lam, assistant director at the COA. Lam, who previously worked at Natick’s COA, died after a short illness.
“Frank was the kind of person you felt privileged to know, ” wrote Deborah Greenwood, director of senior services for Wellesley’s COA. “I will carry his spirit forward all the days of my life. He was a pure and selfless human being, with an infectious smile and true compassion for those we serve here in the community. He will be missed.”
The COA shared this tribute to Mr. Lam posted at the Tolles Parsons Center.
Here’s the official obituary for Francis Lam.
Memorial (wake and eulogy) services for Mr. Lam will be held on Friday, June 14, 3-8pm, John Everett & Sons, 4 Park St., Natick
I worked with Frank for 10 years at a student loan agency, in Boston, back in the late 90’s. We had a small team that managed the Agency’s data center. Those were some trying years and I was glad to have Frank’s easy-going demeanor at work.
I remember a time at work that has always stayed with me. It was late in December, a cold, wet miserable New England day. I wasn’t feeling well and I wasn’t able or wanting to go out and get lunch. Frank saw that I wasn’t feeling well. About an hour later Frank walked into the office and plopped down a big bag of food on my desk. Frank fought the lousy weather and walked to Chinatown (20 min each way) to get me some food. The best noodles and wonton soup! It lifted my spirits.
I said to Frank, “You didn’t have to do that and in this weather!” He said in his nonchalant way, “Well you’re sick and have to eat something.” Kind. Thoughtful. Frank.
RIP Frank
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of
Frank. He always had a kind word for me.
He was a wonderful presence at the COA .
I loved to see him dressed up in costume.
He will be sorely missed and my thoughts
and prayers go out to his family.
What a tragic loss, especially for one so young and wonderful! Frank had an engaging demeanor, an infectious smile, and so generous. He will truly be missed!
I worked with Frank and we had a lot in common. He was three days older than me, we liked the same snacks, have children the same ages, shared the love of Halloween and loved decorating/celebrating all the other holidays.
He was kind, generous and thoughtful. He made our work environment fun, but I also learned so much professionally while working side by side with him on certain tasks.
Heaven is gaining an angel and I am honored to have known him.
Frank, I’ll see you on the other side with a Coke Zero in hand for you. You will be missed.
All my love to his family.
Frank was one of the friendliest people at the COA. He was always willing to help anyone with a question or problem. He will be greatly missed.
My prayers go out to his family and friends.
Frank was a wonderful man. I knew him from the Natick Senior Center. I can’t say enough good things about him.
Regards to his family. So sorry for your loss.
Frank will be missed greatly
During his time here his presence was felt daily with his infectious smile and management of the office “Snack Draw”.
Frank loved to participate in the seasonal events at the COA and could be seen dressed as a Red Sox star or Eeyore roaming the COA at Halloween adding joy and humor to the office.
I’ll miss our chats on the latest movie or show to hit Netflix or his favorite episode of a Science Fiction series on Apple TV.
My heart goes out to his family during this difficult time