The Observation Deck

Our friend - and Lakewood's friend, Frank Murtaugh has passed away.

Frank was involved in many aspects of Lakewood life and was one of the driving forces behind the Veterans Memorial in Lakewood - and other veteran's issues and concerns. Frank was a Marine and a Vietnam vet. He had been the Master of Ceremonies at this year's Memorial Day program.

Active in politics, Frank recently has been a member of the Zoning Commission. He was a CERT member - one of the first group trained in 2005. Frank had run for city council and was a frequent speaker before that body. He was a precinct committee person for ward 2(a) for the Democratic party.

Frank had a quiet demeanor and a questioning nature, although some of his questioning skills were honed by his experience and training as a lawyer. He spoke up - wherever he was - to try and bring clarity and thought to any situation. Frank also had a great sense of humor, which added to any interaction with him.

Frank Murtaugh will be sorely missed.

We lost a real good one with Frank.


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A big loss for the community.

I have served on the Board of Zoning Appeals with Frank.
Frank always gave fair, reasoned treatment to every case that came before us. He was always thoroughly prepared.

He cared deeply about our community, and showed it through his many voluntary efforts. His work on behalf of veterans was especially commendable.

It is indeed a dark day in Lakewood. My condolences to Frank's family and friends.

Frank will be missed by everyone involved in politics on both sides of the isle.

He was very involved and fought for what he believed in.

I will also miss seeing him waiting outside of drug mart for them to open in the morning.

My condolences to Frank's family and friends.

I had the highest regard for Frank's political and legal opinions concerning Lakewood. To me, he was the most knowledgeable person in the city.

I wish I would have told him how much I respected him.

John Viglianco

Frank Murtaugh was one of those rarities, nowadays. He was a decent gentleman.

Stan Austin

I'm really saddened by Frank's passing. Frank was very generous to Lakewood, to local veterans organizations, and to alot of people in quiet ways.

This is from Frank's friend, Richard Healy:

Frank's wake will be this Sunday, October 5th from 4 to 8 PM at McGorray's Funeral Home located at 14133 Detroit Ave in Lakewood. McGorray's phone number is (216) 226-5356.

A Mass will be held Monday at St. Luke Catholic Church located at 1212 Bunts Road in Lakewood can call 216 521-0184. The time has not yet been set by the family and parish Priest. Details as to the time will be known by Sunday's Wake or you can call St. Luke Catholic Church at (216) 521-0184. At this time I am not sure about the internment arrangements.

The family is looking forward in sharing these final moments to celebrate Frank's living among us. He touched so many hearts. He meant so much to us.

Please come out Sunday and honor his life by paying respects to his family.

The funeral service for Frank will be Monday at 11 am. at St. Luke Catholic Church located at 1212 Bunts Road.