IN LOVING MEMORY OF BROTHER FRANK MARX
News:  (updated 8/25/10) -- There is a beautiful memorial tribute website for Frank that you can view by clicking HERE:
http://frankmarx.memory-of.com
Besides our GUESTBOOK, please take a moment to offer your condolences to the Marx family by using their new Memorial Website as well. 

Frank Marx went to be with his maker on Tuesday, August  17th.  As many of you know by now, beloved White House Brother, Husband, Brother, Relative, and Friend, Frank Marx,  passed away on Tuesday night. 

I believe I can speak for all the WHBz when I say that Frank was loved by many and will be dearly missed .  Frank thought of others before himself.  This past year, due to the many charitable projects he founded on behalf of the White House Boys (taking no credit for himself), he was named "Man of the Year" at the May reunion. Frank especially liked to donate to charities helping education -- He wanted today's children to have better opportunities than he'd had in his youth. 

A Memorial Celebration of Frank's Life was held on Sat., Aug 21st at 2pm at New Vision Life Church in Sarasota.  Many White House Boys attended, to show sympathy and support to his wife, Peggy, and his brother, Pastor Johnny Marx, and their famililies.   

  If you could not attend, a sympathy card , email or personal note will mean a lot to Frank's family.  Whether you knew it or not, the frienships he made with other White House boys were very important to Frank.   When the end appeared imminent, Frank  especially appreciated your prayers and visits.  As his health failed, he would perk up when his family or a WHB called or visited.  Your visits "made his day" and "lifted his spirits".  Contact with family and WHBz  gave him a reason to fight for his life, no matter how poorly he felt.  Frank seldom, if ever, turned down a call from a member of his "White House" family.  
 
Frank was a friend to all the White House Boys, and his infectious smile cheered many a brother or family member.  Frank was a kind and gentle man and had a heart of gold - thinking of others before himself.  It was more important to him for the Lord be glorified for his charitable deeds and the WHBs to be given the credit, rather than taking the credit himself.

Frank was cremated in his White  House Boys Shirt, which he proudly wore, especially during the last week of his life.  Reports tell me that NO ONE would have been able to take away his WHBs shirt, and his right to wear it.  He will also be cremated in his hat, which  many of you know as his "signature look".   

We are collecting comments to memorialize Frank on the Guestbook, We printed up the ones we had in time for the Memorial Service and presented them to Peggy.  However, it is still not too late to write something nice about Frank now on the Guestbook if you wish.   

The bible refers to our body as a "tent" that's only purpose is to "house" our soul.  It says (paraphrasing) that when a person goes to be with the Lord, they get a NEW body, which is incorruptable, and will not disease or decay!  May you find comfort in the fact that Frank is no longer suffering and is "getting his new tent".  


As Peggy stated, "I am suffering the loss of "the love of my life".  May God comfort her and their family during this time of mourning,  until they are reunited in Heaven one day. In the meantime, your calls, cards, and notes may comfort her. As per Frank's wishes, in lieu of flowers he wanted donations to be made in his memory to the Official White House Boys Organization.   If you wish to donate, please send to Peggy Marx, Treasurer of The Official White House Boys.  Please make checks as follows:  "Peggy Marx, IFT WHBs" .  You might want to note in the memo space that your donation is "in Memory of Frank". 

The following is Peggy's address at the "temporary" home she rented so they could be together when times got more difficult. 

Frank and Peggy Marx

2018 Kai Dr

Sarasota,Fl 34231
Phone:  941-356-2517


Photo is from Michael Tucker's Facebook.  What a beautiful picture of Frank.


The GUESTBOOK  is an excellent forum for memories, poems,and photos of Frank as well as messages of sympathy and encouragement for Peggy, Pastor Johnny Marx and their families.   If you have photos of Frank or concolensces for the family, you can either post them on the Guestbook or email them directly to: theofficialwhitehouseboys@gmail.com and we'll post them for you.

REST IN PEACE, FRANK -- OUR WHITE HOUSE BROTHER
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PAST POSTS REGARDING FRANK:

Update: August 16, 2010

Peggy reports that if anyone wants to visit Frank, they should come sooner rather than later.  Frank's condition seems to be going steadily downhill, and although your prayers & cards are very much appreciated, a phone call or visit is even better.  Each time Frank has a phone call or visitor, it lifts his spirits even more.  After the visit or call, he continues to talk about how happy it made him.   If you can't visit, PLEASE at least give him a call.  Hearing from the WHBz seems to be the one thing that cheers him up, besides hearing from his family.  I urge you to take a few minutes and at least give him a call if you can't make the trip to visit him.  Peggy is at his side, and doing everything she can to make him as comfortable as possible.  She asks for your prayers for peace and comfort for Frank, as the end (short of a miracle) is near.  We must remember that God is sovereign, but He also teaches us to pray for the sick, and for each other.  

Here is their contact info once again:
Frank and Peggy Marx

2018 Kai Dr

Sarasota,Fl 34231
941-356-2517


PAST POSTS REGARDING FRANK'S CONDITION AS IT PROGRESSED:

News regarding Frank's condition changes quite quickly, so here are the last 3 reports I've received with the most recent one first. 

8/10/10 - Advised that Frank has decided NOT to have Hospice come in, but wants to rely on the power of prayers from WHBz, Family & Friends.  If you can get over to see Frank and spend some time with him, please call Peggy or Frank at the number in Peggy's note below.  Also, please don't forget to drop a card, a note, or give him a phone call if you can't make it to see him.  Above all, please keep him in your prayers!  

8/9/10 - Advised that Hospice was being called in to help Frank at their home.

8/7/10 - Received this from Peggy:

 

 Hi Everyone

 

Some of you have recently visited Frank so you are aware of his condition for the rest of you  I hate to tell you this but he is in very bad shape . I don't know where we are going from here but at this point the cancer is winning I do not understand unless,there is some cancer somewhere  we don't know about  But he is down to 151# and has no interest in food tv or any other thing at this point we see the cancer doc Monday but for all intent and purpose I think he has given up please call him when you can

941-356-2517

Peggy Marx
 
Update: August 16, 2010
Peggy reports that if anyone wants to visit Frank, they should come sooner rather than later.  Frank's condition seems to be going steadily downhill, and although your prayers & cards are very much appreciated, a phone call or visit is even better.  Each time Frank has a phone call or visitor, it lifts his spirits even more.  After the visit or call, he continues to talk about how happy it made him.   If you can't visit, PLEASE at least give him a call.  Hearing from the WHBz seems to be the one thing that cheers him up, besides hearing from his family.  I urge you to take a few minutes and at least give him a call if you can't make the trip to visit him.  Peggy is at his side, and doing everything she can to make him as comfortable as possible.  She asks for your prayers for peace and comfort for Frank, as the end (short of a miracle) is near.  We must remember that God is sovereign, but He also teaches us to pray for the sick, and for each other.   Here is their contact info once again:941-356-2517News regarding Frank's condition changes quite quickly, so here are the last 3 reports I've received with the most recent one first.  8/10/10 - Advised that Frank has decided NOT to have Hospice come in, but wants to rely on the power of prayers from WHBz, Family & Friends.  If you can get over to see Frank and spend some time with him, please call Peggy or Frank at the number in Peggy's note below.  Also, please don't forget to drop a card, a note, or give him a phone call if you can't make it to see him.  Above all, please keep him in your prayers!  8/9/10 - Advised that Hospice was being called in to help Frank at their home.8/7/10 - Received this from Peggy:

8/2/10
UPDATE ON FRANK MARX- Frank needs your cards, emails, calls (941-356-2517) and visits now more than ever!  Please call first to coordinate your visit with them.  
Frank and Peggy Marx

2018 Kai Dr

Sarasota,Fl 34231

Peggy reports that Frank is home but not doing well. Please do NOT delay visiting or calling him. It will also be warm and wonderful for him to receive get well cards from you.   He is home alone a lot as Peggy has to works two jobs now to make ends meet, so if you can visit him, please call to set up a time since he really likes to have company.  Peggy reports that right now the future doesn't look very bright, but we all know the Lord knows their needs, and has a plan for Frank and Peggy both.  They appreciate your prayers.    Please share with other WHBz and  families today!!

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Update: August 16, 2010 Peggy reports that if anyone wants to visit Frank, they should come sooner rather than later.  Frank's condition seems to be going steadily downhill, and although your prayers & cards are very much appreciated, a phone call or visit is even better.  Each time Frank has a phone call or visitor, it lifts his spirits even more.  After the visit or call, he continues to talk about how happy it made him.   If you can't visit, PLEASE at least give him a call.  Hearing from the WHBz seems to be the one thing that cheers him up, besides hearing from his family.  I urge you to take a few minutes and at least give him a call if you can't make the trip to visit him.  Peggy is at his side, and doing everything she can to make him as comfortable as possible.  She asks for your prayers for peace and comfort for Frank, as the end (short of a miracle) is near.  We must remember that God is sovereign, but He also teaches us to pray for the sick, and for each other.   Here is their contact info once again:941-356-2517.

News regarding Frank's condition changes quite quickly, so here are the last 3 reports I've received with the most recent one first.  8/10/10 - Advised that Frank has decided NOT to have Hospice come in, but wants to rely on the power of prayers from WHBz, Family & Friends.  If you can get over to see Frank and spend some time with him, please call Peggy or Frank at the number in Peggy's note below.  Also, please don't forget to drop a card, a note, or give him a phone call if you can't make it to see him.  Above all, please keep him in your prayers!  8/9/10 - Advised that Hospice was being called in to help Frank at their home.8/7/10 - Received this from Peggy:

Please continue to remember our dear Brother, Frank Marx, and wife Peggy in your prayers each day and PLEASE give him a call - although he is tired a LOT, he still LOVES to hear from you!  Here is the original announcement (See also a message from Frank to all WHBz below): As most of you know, Frank has been diagnosed with cancer, and the doctors are painting a grave picture. He is not doing well right now, but we know that our Lord & Savior is a Mighty God, and if it be his will, he can keep Frank around for many more years to come, so Frank can continue doing good deeds on behalf of the White House Boys, as he has been doing for a long time now. May God watch over him, his family, and his doctors as they care for him. May Frank endure the chemo with minimal side effects. May the Lord give him the strength to attend and enjoy the fellowship of his brothers at the April reunion. May the family have the resources they need to give Frank the best care possible. May his spirits be uplifted by phone calls, cards and prayers from all his White House Brothers. Let Frank and Peggy know you love them, and support them with your prayers, cards, letters and phone calls.


Update: 6/6/10 - FRANK MARX - Frank is recouperating at home from a very unpleasant trip to the hospital.  He and Peggy appreciate your prayers and notes.  You can leave a note on our Guestbook, or email them directly.  If you use Facebook, Peggy is on there as well.

Message from FRANK MARX.
TO ALL WHITE HOUSE BOYS > > AS ALL OF YOU KNOW I HAVE NOT CHOSE ONE SITE OVER ANOTHER ONE GROUP OVER ANOTHER>> WE ARE ALL! WHITE HOUSE BOYS > BROUGHT TOGETHER FROM THE JAW`S OF HELL > > WE SURVIVED THE WORST NIGHTMARES A CHILD CAN SUFFER AND CAME OUT ALIVE > WE CAN NEVER HAVE ENOUGH FAMILY OR FRIENDS AND LIFE IS AS ALWAYS TOO SHORT > > MY FEELINGS ARE WE CAN NEVER HAVE TOO MANY SITES TOO MUCH EXPOSURE, TOO MANY  PLACES FOR PEOPLE TO GO AND SEE OUR STORIES. THIS SHOULD IN NO WAY DIVIDE US FROM BEING BROTHERS > > I WANT YOU TO KNOW THE LINES OF COMMUNICATION ARE ALWAYS OPEN TO ME > CALL ME ANYTIME FOR ANY REASON I WANT TO TALK TO ALL MY BROTHERS`S AND LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE WELCOME TO CALL ME ANY TIME MY NUMBER FOR THOSE WHO  DON`T HAVE IT IS > 941-356-2517 >PLEASE CALL ME AT YOU LEISURE > > I TRY TO FOLLOW ALL OF THE SITES WITH PEGGYS HELP THAT I CAN AND WILL  CONTINUE AS LONG AS I CAN.  HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU SOON > >  > > > > FRANK MARX

IN LOVING MEMORY

PRAYERS IN SYMPATHY FOR JERRY & BABBS COOPER AND FAMILY...Here is the email we just received: We are very busy getting things in order as Jerry's brother died and we are trying to help where we  can. He was fifty five and will be dearly missed.Will not be available a lot for couple days. Reason for death is he just shut down one organ at a time.  Rest in Peace Mike. Amen

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OUR CONDOLENCES AND SYMPATHY TO ROGER KISER (ONE OF THE ORIGINAL 4 WHITE HOUSE BOYS & AUTHOR OF MANY BOOKS & ARTICLES ON THE SUBJECT) AND HIS FAMILY upon the passing of his Son-In-Law, Wes. Wes was a very young man, in his mid forties.  Further info is forthcoming.  In the meantime, your prayers are coveted.  You can contact Roger at trampolineone@earthlink.net

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MICHAEL O'McCARTHY - ANOTHER WHITE HOUSE BROTHER HAS GONE TO BE WITH THE LORD 
"We are dropping like swatted flies,'' he wrote in an unpublished August 2009 essay, "and many of us will never live to see redemption in Tallahassee.'' quoted from obituary by CAROL MARBIN MILLER of the Miami Herald.

Yes, we have lost yet ANOTHER White House brother!  Michael O' McCarthy passed on 4-9-10 during Same-Day Back Surgery.  He died of a Heart Attack during the surgery, and never woke up, which brings the family some comfort in that they know he passed without suffering.  However, we all know that his family and friends will suffer the loss of a dear husband, father, friend and White House Boy. Michael was one of the "Original" White House Boys and was an activist against child abuse. Please keep the Family of Michael O'McCarthy in your thoughts and in your prayers!
CORRECTION TO OUR ORIGINAL POST: Jennifer just called, She and Michael's son are on their way back.  Michael's wishes were actually that his ashes be spread over Isla Morado, in the Keys, (not over a mountain) so that is what will be done. 

She advised that, in lieu of flowers, Michael's wishes were that a love offering be made to further the cause of justice for White House Boys or to any charity that helps Abused Children.  If anyone wishes to speak to Jennifer, she has given me her phone number.  Rather than posting her phone number on the internet, you can email theofficialwhitehouseboys@gmail.com and I will email it with you.

Here is his Obituary from the Miami Herald:

http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/04/07/1566716/michael-omccarthy-activist-who.html

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IN LOVING MEMORY of our DEAR DEPARTED BROTHER
MANUEL GIDDENS

On behalf of myself and my family we offer our most sincere and heartfelt condolence to the family of Brother Manuel Giddens and commend them to the infinite Father who will fold the arms of His love and protection around those who put their trust and confidence in him, may the peace that passes all understanding rest and abide in him now and forever. --BillWilly Haynes WHB

Click HERE for a Biography and Memorial for Manuel.
 

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Marti Sommnitz’ sister, Joyce, who passed away on November 19, 2009, from lung cancer, she leaves behind her husband, Bill, 3 children, 7 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Her other sister, Shirley, in Ocala, has COPD and now has lung cancer too, she’d appreciate any prayers.  Buddy & Marti Somnitz