Phyllis G. Mitchell (04/07/2010)

Phyllis G. Mitchell passed away at her home on April 7th, 2010 after a long illness.

Phyllis Mae Gierlich was born in Minot, N.D.. she and her family moved to Seattle and eventually settled in Portland when she was 6 years old. She met Bob Mitchell, the love of her life, at Commerce High School where Phyllis had the honor of being the school's Rose Festival princess in 1939. Bob and Phyllis married in 1942.

Phyllis loved fashion and was a gifted seamstress. She also had a talent for home decorating including making her own drapes, lamp shades and rugs. She was a wonderful hostess and loved to give parties.

Phyllis lived a very active life. she skied, played tennis, golf and badminton. As a child, she was a gymnast and she would entertain her children and their friends with hand stands and back flips as they enjoyed the after school treats she had prepared for them.

Phyllis was active at the Multnomah Athletic Club where she chaired the social committee. She also volunteered at Physicians and Surgeons Hospital where she helped establish a gift shop. She also loved to travel and she and Bob visited many foreign countries.

Frank Frangipani-03/21/2010

Former faculty member and friend to many at CHS, Frank Frangipani, passed away due to complications from an unfortunate accident.

He was born to Achille and Bruna Frangipani and raised in Portland. He attended Central Catholic High School and the University of Portland where he earned his bachelor's and master's degree in foreign language followed by a second master's degree in administration. In 1954 Frank started teaching at Nestucca High School for three years. He then moved to Cleveland High School as a teacher , counselor and vice principal for 32 years. The last eight years of his career were spent at Franklin High School serving as vice principal.

He retired to Pacific City in 1987. During retirement, Frank enjoyed dory fishing, hunting and was an active member of the Tillamook Elks Club. Frank is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lillian; sons Keith, Brian, Mark and Kent; sister Lori Huffsttler; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.