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Frank Gerald Lushine, age 78 of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on August 18, 2024. Born on June 17, 1946 in Virginia, MN, Frank grew up in Edina, MN attending Edina East High School and then the University of Minnesota where he earned his BA and MD degrees. While at medical school, he met Cheryl Mertesdorf, and they married in 1969. After medical school he served in the United States Air Force, stationed in Duluth, MN, and through his training, he developed his love of flying, eventually earning his pilot's license and becoming a private pilot.
Frank practiced medicine at various locations throughout Minneapolis including Eitel Hospital and Nicollet Clinic. He eventually entered private practice, and for many years was a gastroenterologist at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. He thoroughly enjoyed his work helping patients and their families.
Through the years, Frank pursued many interests. He enjoyed playing tennis, traveling, boating, diving, producing maple syrup from trees at his vacation home on Lake Sylvia, undertaking numerous home improvement projects and creating a variety of highly-skilled crafts using wood and other natural materials. He loved movies, music and the arts, but most of all he loved spending time with family and friends. After retiring, Frank continued to be greatly involved with his family, while devoting much time and resources to various philanthropic organizations including Big Brother Big Sister Twin Cities and Helping Honduras Kids in La Ceiba, Honduras.
Frank is preceded in death by his parents, James and Jeannette Lushine, and brother, Michael Lushine.
Frank is survived by his former wife of 54 years, Cheryl Lushine; daughters, Mia (Chris) Roberts, Laura (Tommy) Nigro, Sarah (Jason) Barr; sons David Lushine and Jeffrey Lushine; eight grandchildren; Popeye (Phon) Tang, who was in many ways like a son to him, and many other relatives and friends. His larger-than-life personality and generous spirit will be missed by all.
A Celebration of Life will be held; details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations in Frank's memory can be made to Big Brother Big Sister Twin Cities, Helping Honduras Kids or Habitat for Humanity. https://www.gearty-delmore.com/obituaries/frank-lushine
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Gail F. Hughes
OMG, I'm upset to hear this! Frank was a Morningsider, like me. I remember going to his home to see him perform magic acts, when we were perhaps 10 or 11. I noted that he was planning to attend the Reunion, and I looked forward to seeing him there.
Bill Bridgman
It is so easy to remember Frank. Even as early as our time together at Morningside Elementary School his classmates could feel the warm personality and positive sense of humor that he shared with us. And it was always a pleasure to see him demonstrate his athletic ability. Although he and I had little contact after graduation, there is no surprise that he earned a reputation as a compassionate doctor and dedicated himself to many philanthropic causes. Best wishes to his family and friends, who are blessed with fond memories. - Bill Bridgman
Ginny Bayers (Herzog)
Frank was my neighbor on the next block over in Morningside. Gail, thanks for the memory of Frank performing magic tricks. I had forgotten about that. I was also looking forward to reconnecting with him at the reunion. So sad that won't be happening. I thought perhaps we could donate his reunion refund in his name to one of his charities from the class.
Jean L. MacIntosh (Mankamyer)
I remember Frank as clearly as if it was yesterday. He always exuded personal strength and intelligence that made you think he could and would achieve whatever he set his sights on. He always had the right answer when called on during class. It's lovely to learn of his dedication to his patients as well as his philanthropic activities. May his memory be a blessing to his loved ones.