Frank Conway Obituary

Frank, we've hung out, partied, laughed, played music for forty years now. You've been a great friend, a funny guy, a storyteller and my favorite bass player. I think about you everyday and I miss you. See you on the other side my friend

Dear Frank, we go way back. You always brought fun and laughter, and left an indelible mark on everyone you met.
I´ll always remember the intrigue you created as Aluminum Man during a Halloween party. Your costume was simple in its implementation (you wrapped your head in aluminum foil), but brilliantly received. "Who is this jocular metal man?", all the women wanted to know. You even upstaged the bearded guy dressed as a pregnant nun. We probably shared a thousand memorable stories like that, every one of them true of course.
When we were young, I thought we might live forever. I know the fond memories you left with us will.

Frank, You were so kind, fun and generous with your two nieces, and you always had a story to tell to make everyone laugh, a wonderful brother to Tom and Mary, and I couldn't have asked for a better brother-in-law than you. You left us way too soon and you will be missed so very much. I imagine you're playing guitar in Heaven now, accompanied by the angels. RIP, dear Frank.

A very amazing Uncle to be blessed with. Kind, funny, and full of great stories & I always looked forward to seeing when visiting Chicago, especially Shoe Carnival! memories at Grandma's house, like playing pinball on the computer, & when i brought the Wii games over and visiting for the holidays. Seeing SteamValve rock out at a few shows was absolutely sweet. Franko, you are loved by your twin (Tom/Dad) ,his daughter (me), and my mom, and the whole family. Lots of memories to cherish

Frank we met many years ago and soon after we started a band. I remember standing in my living room on Warner when nobody was home and practicing Speedy´s Coming and other tunes of the time .
We also wrote some good tunes too in both Heretic and Windowpane.
I will always love ya bro with my whole heart. So many great times so many stories remembered so many life experiences. Peace and Love

Franko was the best uncle a girl could ask for. He gave me unconditional love and support and taught me how to be strong, kind, and giving to others. His hilarious and outlandish stories taught me how truly talented and special he was. He will be missed dearly by me, my mom/his sister (Mary), his twin brother (Tom), and all of his family and friends. We love you Franko.

Bon Voyage my dear twin brother Frank. God called for your boarding pass. I was so happy to spend most of the last few weeks with you. You were a wonderful brother to me and Mary Jo, wonderful Uncle to Cat & Grace, and great friend to many relatives, co-workers & friends throughout our lives. We will take your wisdom and humor to heart with us forever!

Dear Franko, my brother and best friend,

As long as I remember, you were in my life. Me, you and Tom having fun and getting into trouble.

Now I desperately miss you. I miss talking for hours on the phone, laughing so hard at your jokes. With your Irish gift of gab, I had to tell you to shut up so I could finally say something.

You were so immensely important in Grace´s life. As her Uncle Franko, her godfather, and filling the empty spaces in her heart as a father figure.
How we laughed for hours when you got a temporary tattoo of an Irish Dancing potato.

You were so talented at everything you did. Whether it was roller skating, little league baseball and especially, playing guitar.

You were a Swiftie before me, doing sound and meeting Taylor Swift your "BFF" at the 2008 Chicago Country Music Festival. An often told and true story. I know your friends can share more stories of famous musicians you´ve met.

As a Property Manager, you worked so hard and were so kind to go out of your way to help others in your building.

Three years ago you made the most courageous decision to stop drinking. I will forever be in awe of your strength to achieve this goal. I hope you will inspire others to decide to experience the joy of life without alcohol.

Thank you for everything you ever did for us.

May the road rise up to meet you. Until we meet again.

Love forever
Mary and Grace