Frank “Skillet”
Junior Priest
age 79 of Highland, Ohio died Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at his residence. He was born
August 2, 1927 near Lees Creek, Ohio the son of the late Frank Warren and Edith
Christian Priest. Mr. Priest was a retired self-employed carpenter. He was a
United States Marine Corps veteran of World War II serving in the Drum and Bugle
Corp. He was a former member of the Leesburg Masonic Lodge # 78 F&AM and the
Leesburg American Legion Post 568. He is a member of the Highland United
Methodist Church where he had served in several capacities including Sunday
School Teacher and Sunday School Superintendent. He had also served on the
Highland Village Council and had also served as the Mayor for nineteen years. He
had been a 4-H advisor, Boy Scout Master for Highland Council, school bus driver
for Fairfield Schools for eleven years and a Leesburg Volunteer Fireman and
member of the Advisory Council. He is survived by his wife, Dolores forge Priest
whom he had married on July 10, 1948 in Bridges, Ohio, seven children, Micki
(John) Russell of Highland, Marsha (Carl) Hannah of Leesburg, Rick (Sue) Priest
of Leesburg, Tim (Sonja) Priest of Hillsboro, Debbie (Karl) Pandorf of
Maineville, Mike (Pam) Priest of Dublin and a very special child, Stevie Priest
whom is deceased. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren, two step
grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In
addition to his parents and son, Frank is preceded in death by his
mother-in-law, Stella Myrtle Clifton, father-in-law, Richard D. Forge, four
brothers, Thomas, Richard, Robert and Sandy Priest, one great grandson, Brandt
and one step grandson, Christopher Pandorf. Private graveside services will be
held Friday at the convenience of the family in the Highland Cemetery. The
Highland County Honor Guard will present military honors The Reverend Mary Cyrus
will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to the Highland County MRDD
8919 U.S. 50 Hillsboro, Ohio 45133 or to the Highland United Methodist Church,
c/o Diana McKay 11602 Underground Road, Leesburg, Ohio 45135. Cards of
condolences would be appreciated and sent to directly family or condolences may
also be sent by visiting
www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc .
9655 East Deadfall Road, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
God bless all of you as life goes on without him. I didn't realize how many of you I know, but just goes to show that he was a good man. Look at his kids and grandkids! I am sure he felt blessed as did all of you. It certainly isn't easy no matter how old they are. Godspeed.
11611 SR 72 Leesburg, OH
Such fond memories of the Priest Family throughout our childhood.
May the peace from God comfort you at this time.
ZANN
213 Chariss Avenue Hillsboro, OH 45133
Priest Family-
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Frank was a good person. We hope your family memories help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Chris and Cindy
10200 Small Road Hillsboro, OHio 45133
Please know that you are all in my thoughts...and prayers. I know this is a hugh blow to Michael as he held a tender spot in his heart for grandpa. He told me one time that Grandpa was one of his heros. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Ruth Durham Durham Family, Hillsboro, Ohio
Lakewood Village Resort P.O. Box 87 Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
Dear Priest Family,
My sincerest sympathies with the passing of Mr. Priest. May the good lord watch over all of you and give you strengh to carry on and bring you peace in your hearts. May his fighting spirit be with all you.
Rebecca Burns 7106 Wagon Wheel Trail Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
To Tim Priest and his family,
I wanted to send my sympathy to my dear friend Tim and his entire family at this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless each of you.
Sincerely,
Rebecca & James
8469 barnes rd leesburg ohio
Tim and Family
Sorry to hear of your loss. I workrd with Frank at Candlelite and also Tim. I really enjoyed talking to him and he was always nice to me and made me laff. Looking at the above I did not realize Frank was involved in so much stuff but that goes to show you what kind of man he was.
12415 MONROE ROAD, leesburg, ohio 45135
your in our thoughts and prayers.
146 Locust Street Leesburg, Ohio 45135
Dear Delores and Family,
The first time I remember meeting Skillet Priest was the fall of 1949. It was my first day of school and Skillet was my bus driver. I was an exuberant 6 year old child and one day just before a big event at school, I sang Skillet a popular song of the day; “If I Knew You Were comin' I’d Baked A Cake”. I still remember Skillet laughing at me singing. It’s a wonder he didn’t throw me off the bus.
Through the years, we have appreciated Skillet and you his family. When my family sang at the Church, Skillet always came around with kind encouraging words. You as a family have always been as kind as your Husband, Dad and Grandpa greeting us with a kind smile and friendly conversation.
During this time of sorrow, I know you will draw close to each other. Please know that you are in my Family’s thoughts and prayers.
Sympathy and Prayers Richard and Norma Edwards and Renita
234 W. Pleasant St. Hillsboro, OH 45133
Rick, Sue and families,
Frank was one of the nicest people I've ever met. He never knew a stranger and always had time to talk where ever he was. It was very obvious that his whole family was what he lived for. He could always tell you exactly what was going on with each of you, and exactly how proud he was of all of you.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
12489 Ringer Lane Leesburg, OH 45135
To Micki Russell and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May wonderful memories of Frank give you strength at this difficult time.
With Sympathy, Bret, Stephanie & Braylee
8400 St Rt 73 N Hillsboro, OH 45133
Please accept our sympathies and thoughts during this time. Our prayers are with you.
Theresa & Raleigh Wooton
8079 Wright Road Hillsboro OH, 45133
To the family of Frank J. Priest:
Tracy and I are deeply sorrowed to hear of your loss. Junior will be deeply missed by the community. We will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Tracy Griffith
8079 Wright Road Hillsboro OH, 45133
To the family of Frank J. Priest:
Tracy and I are deeply sorrowed to hear of your loss. Junior will be deeply missed by the community. We will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Tracy Griffith
8079 Wright Road Hillsboro OH, 45133
To the family of Frank J. Priest:
Tracy and I are deeply sorrowed to hear of your loss. Junior will be deeply missed by the community. We will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Tracy Griffith