Frank S. Ulcickas

October 3, 2024
ULCICKAS, FRANK S

Frank S. Ulcickas, 81, passed away October 3, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, where he was born February 24, 1943, the son of Simon and Mary (Legatavicius) Ulcickas. He was educated in local schools and graduated fourth in his class from Nashua High School, Class of 1961.

While at Nashua High, Frank distinguished himself as both scholar and athlete. He played football, basketball, and baseball for iconic coaches Charles “Buzz” Harvey and Anthony “Tony” Marandos, both of whom he considered second fathers. Frank, along with his teammates, brought home state championships in all three sports.

At Harvard University, Frank continued his athletic career, playing freshman football and baseball. He played end position varsity football for three years; varsity baseball his sophomore year and expanded his love for sports by playing rugby his junior and senior years. Frank was also active in the Hasty Pudding Club and Pi Eta Club.

After graduating from Harvard in 1965, Frank studied at the University of Paris, Sorbonne, 1965-1966. He then entered the US Army Officer Candidate School, graduating with honors at Ft. Eustis, VA in 1967.

Frank served his entire tour as the Principal Assistant to the 46th Group, Security, Plans and Operations Officer. Frank was also selected as an aide to the National Strategy Seminar at the US Army War College.

Following his Army service, Frank became involved in civic and community programs, while at the same time keeping active in athletics. For many enjoyable years, he played Men’s slow-pitch softball, most notably on the Stan’s Place Team. He was instrumental in bringing the Holiday Basketball Festival Tournament to the city and held various positions on the NHIAA Executive Council and NH Softball Association Executive Committee. Frank was one of the founders of the Friends of Nashua High Athletics and a two-time inductee in the Nashua’s Legends of Holman Hall of Fame. Frank was a member of the American Legion Baseball Committee and worked hard to bring the New Hampshire Senior Legion Baseball Tournament to Nashua’s Holman Stadium and served as Tournament Chairman for over a decade. In 2019, he received a certificate from American Legion National Headquarters for his achievement of 50 continuous years of membership in James E. Coffey Post 3, Nashua, NH.

Frank took great pride and pleasure from his civic activities in Nashua. He was a member of the Nashua Board of Education for six years. He was on the Board of Directors of the Boys Club of Nashua and a member of its Board of Incorporators. Frank was also a Director of the Nashua Senior Center and a member of the Committee for the Elm St.

Auditorium. Frank was an active fund-raiser for many of the programs with which he was involved. As part of a team, Frank’s photos are included in the “Moments in New Hampshire” art installation in the lobby of the NH State Liquor store on Coliseum Ave. in Nashua.

One of the founding members of the local Lithuanian-American Cultural group LABAS, held the position of President of the group and worked with the concert committee. He coordinated local celebrations for Lithuanian Independence Day, and met with the team of the “Global True Lithuania” website, Destination Lithuanian America 2023, to provide historic perspective on local Lithuanian-Americans. Frank was proud of his Lithuanian heritage, he taught himself to read and write Lithuanian, and travelled to Lithuania several times to find and visit family.

Frank worked as a financial advisor for Prudential-Bache, A.G. Edwards and Wells Fargo investment firms for a total of 44 years.

He met Candace “Candy” (McQuaid) when they were young teenagers. They married and loved each other for 56 years. Of all Frank’s many accomplishments, the ones of which he was most proud were his late son, Simon David, his daughter-in-law Anne-Marie and grandson Darius.

Frank was pre-deceased by his parents, his son, Simon, his two older brothers Simon and Peter and their wives. He is survived by his wife, Candy, his daughter-in-law Anne-Marie and grandson Darius of London, England; his brother-in-law David F. McQuaid of Nashua; nieces Anne Garrymore of Green Brier, W. VA; Marianne Ulcickas-Yood of Newton, MA; Dorothy Ulcickas of Mansfield, MA; nephews John Ulcickas and his wife Cindi of Nashua; James Ulcickas and wife Julie Ann of Santa Anna, CA, cousins and many friends.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Friday, October 25th from 4 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Saturday, October 26th at 10 a.m. Family and friends are invited to attend. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Tory C. Marandos Foundation c/o Southern New Hampshire University, 2500 North River Road, Manchester, NH 03106 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

38 Comments on Frank S. Ulcickas

Lisa Lapin said : Guest Report Nov 01, 2024 at 12:20 PM

Dear Candi, I met Frank through my late aunt, Melvina Lapin. Mel and I used to go to the LABAS concerts together and Frank was a big part of the Lithuanian community here in Nashua. I fondly remember you two bringing potato babkas to Mel at Christmas, which she would happily share with her three nieces. All these wonderful tributes to Frank are a real testimony to the amazing and blessed life he lead, in addition to all the kindnesses he imparted to others. I feel truly fortunate to have known him and send blessings to your family for peace and healing. Best, Lisa

Eugene A Skowronski said : Guest Report Oct 29, 2024 at 3:57 PM

My Sincere condolences to Candy, Anne-Marie, Darius and the Ulcickas and McQuaid families on the passing of Frank. I had the privilege of being his friend and roommate at Harvard for four years. He was an amazing person. He was smart, thoughtful, kind, and an extremely loyal friend and roommate. He was a tremendous student and athlete. In addition to being a three-sport star, State Champion and Hall of Famer in New Hampshire, he was an outstanding football, baseball, and rugby player at Harvard. I knew Frank was very active in the Nashua community throughout his life and was extremely proud of his Lithuanian heritage. I did not realize the extent of his community service in Nashua until I read his obituary, nor did I understand the depth of his involvement with the Lithuanian-American community. His record of community service and giving back is extraordinary and a model for all of us. We have all suffered a great loss in Frank's passing. The consolation is that we will never forget him and always honor him and his extraordinary life. His was indeed "a life well-lived". Well done thy good and faithful servant. - Gene Skowronski Derby, Connecticut, Harvard ’65

Rose Marie said : Guest Report Oct 25, 2024 at 4:49 PM

Dear Candy, Anne-Marie and Darius. Receive my deepest condolences to you all. May God in his infinite love grant you strength and consolation in this very sad time. Lots of love and prayers for the funeral tomorrow. May Frank rest in the Peace of Christ. Rose Marie (Angela's friend).

Peter F Gray said : Guest Report Oct 25, 2024 at 8:31 AM

My sincere condolences to Candy and the entire family for the passing of Frank. Always enjoyed talking to him when we would see each other at certain sporting events or just out and about.Frank was very kind and well spoken. May He Rest In Peace 🙏❤️🏈

Greg Andruskevich said : Guest Report Oct 22, 2024 at 7:02 PM

So sorry to hear of the passing of Frank... he was a true friend and a gentleman and gave of himself to others. He will be missed by many including the entire Andruskevich clan!

Skip Falcone said : Guest Report Oct 22, 2024 at 3:41 PM

Dear Candy, I met frank 63 years ago as a freshman at Harvard. I was privileged to be his roommate and we remained true friends ever since. He was a man of great strength both physical and mental. He suffered some terrible blows but never buckled or lost faith. He was very smart but never overbearing and had the endearing gift of humility. I loved Frank and I know he loved me. My heart is broken. .

James Yetman said : Guest Report Oct 21, 2024 at 6:50 PM

Candy i was vert sorry to hear of Frank’s passing., Frank was a good friend of my college roommate, Bert Sell.? I always enjoyed obsrtbing their backgammon games. I will miss Frank’s phone calls to see how i was doing. .

Kerry Ann Salvail said : Guest Report Oct 18, 2024 at 11:27 AM

Dearest Candi, Anne Marie and Darius, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Frank's acceptance and kindness to my Dad. He is the definition of a true non judgemental friend. You are in my Prayers. Love, Kerry Ann Salvail

Ann Poloski said : Guest Report Oct 17, 2024 at 2:29 PM

Candy, My sympathy to you and your family. I’m sure he will be missed beyond words. May his memories give you peace. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

Mona (Angela’s friend) said : Guest Report Oct 16, 2024 at 8:14 AM

My condolences to Candy, Anne Marie and Darius for the passing of Frank. Rest in Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Art Comolli said : Guest Report Oct 12, 2024 at 11:27 AM

Dear Candy, My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Frank was a dear friend who I enjoyed all the times we worked together for the Nashua youth. He will be missed by many. Nashua was fortunate to have him all these years. Try to remember all the good times you shared together. May GOD bless Frank and you. Art Comolli

Budja Wilson said : Guest Report Oct 12, 2024 at 10:37 AM

Dear Candy, I am so sad to hear of Frank's passing. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Marie, Dougal and Family said : Guest Report Oct 11, 2024 at 12:34 PM

Dear Candy,Anne-Marie and Darius Sending our deepest sympathies. May you find comfort in loving memories. Strength in the support of those who care.

Jean Nichols said : Guest Report Oct 10, 2024 at 10:42 AM

Dear Candy, It was only a little while ago that I saw you and Frank on another sad occasion. It was so thoughtful of you both to have come out to Nancy's calling hours. I am so sorry to learn of Frank's passing. My sincere condolences 🙏. Jean Nichols

Andy & Ranmalie Bozzini-de Silva said : Guest Report Oct 10, 2024 at 9:22 AM

Dearest Candy, Anne-Marie & Darius Wishing you courage to face the days a head and loving memories to hold in your heart forever. We love you all.🫶 Andy & Ranmalie

Saadia John said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2024 at 5:14 PM

Dear Candy, Annemarie and Darius, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. May God give you the strength to bear your grief.

Brian Basnayake (Angela's cousin) & Tseten Shujang said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2024 at 10:23 AM

Dear Candy, We were so sad to hear of Frank's sudden passing away, and our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great loss and pain. We met you and Frank in London, when you were visiting my cousin Angela, Anne-Marie and Darius, and Frank and you made a lasting impression on us. We send our deepest condolences to you, Anne-Marie and Darius. May Frank Rest in Peace!

Donald Wilson said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Don Wilson I met Frank way back in the 1960's while playing Bantam Football, and then playing Men's slow-pitch softball, and again when he was on the Nashua Board of Education, as i designed and furnished the interiors of all the Nashua Schools back then working with Frank and Dick McCann. I saw Frank again at our mutual Doctor's office, and had the terrible conversation of us both losing our Son's, and only childs. I will miss him, he was always active in all varieties of Community affairs of his beloved Nashua.

Kimberly Theriault said : Guest Report Oct 08, 2024 at 7:12 AM

Rest in peace!

Dilrukshie De Silva said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2024 at 8:20 PM

Dear Candy, Our Deepest Sympathies to you Anne Marie & Darius. Will Keep You All & Frank In My Prayers. God Bless. Dill & Nedd

Albinas su šeima said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2024 at 3:13 PM

Our deepest sympathy to Candi, Anne-Marie and Darius for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time on the loss of Frank. May his soul rest in eternal peace!

Roshinie Ranjan and Damith said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2024 at 1:36 PM

Dear Candy, Annme and Darius Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. It was a shock to hear about Frank’s death. We came to know Frank and you when Annme (our only niece) got married to Simon and from then onwards Frank and you have been very close to us and since then we’ve been in touch with you in our lives as a family. Frank was very keen in visiting Sri Lanka but due to certain circumstances he couldn’t. I recall him saying “Ayubowan” (a greeting in Sinhala) whenever I spoke to him and he was very friendly, polite and loved our family since we were Annme’s aunts, he would always say “The De Silva Sisters” which I will remember always. I am very grateful to Frank and you when you both sponsored me to visit you both for Simon’s memorial and how Frank and you made my trip so special taking me to see places and giving the best of everything. These will be cherished memories of Frank. We pray that the Lord will give you the strength and courage to bear this loss and now Frank is no more in pain. Frank you have been an adorable grandfather to Darius and a wonderful father-in-law to Annme and a very special friend to all of us. May your soul rest in eternal peace is our prayer for you. Until we meet again in God’s beautiful land. Roshinie Ranjan and Damith

Sheila and family said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2024 at 11:19 AM

My deepest sympathy and thinking of you all at this difficult time. What a wonder man and what a great sense of humour he had. Life was never dull when Frank was around. May he rest in peace.

Angela and Mark said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2024 at 8:52 AM

Dear Candy, Anne Marie & Darius. It was a huge shock to hear of Frank's passing, he was a wonderful person and very loving and caring towards everyone he met. We didn't expect to get so close to Frank & Candy after Anne Marie and Simon got married but I'm so happy we did. There's too many treasured moments to list, but having Frank & Candy over for Christmas and Easter was always something I will look back on with fondness. Frank was a very funny and inspiring man, who faced his challenges and set backs with fortitude and bravery. He loved Darius and Anne Marie immensely and that is always something we will remember of him. Until we meet again, God bless you Frank and thank you. Love Angela and Mark xxx

Shiranee De Thabrew said : Guest Report Oct 07, 2024 at 8:19 AM

Shiranee De Thabrew (Angela’s cousin from New Jersey) My deepest condolences dear Candi, Anne-Marie and Darius, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time on the loss of Frank. May his soul rest in eternal peace!

Bill Kopka said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 6:55 PM

Candy, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. You and Frank have been lifelong friends. Having lost a son in 2015 and my dearest wife Tess this past April, I understand your grief. Just know that God will give you strength you need. In the end, we shall be united with all those we love. Frank, Bette, & I were born on the same day in 1943. Seventy-two years of friendship gives us many, many memories to cherish! God Bless You.

Aurora Basnayake said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 5:59 PM

Dear Candy, It is with great sadness that I read of Frank's passing away. He will surely be missed by all who knew him. We enjoyed his and your company as you were both very generous, full of fun and always so joyful. Our deepest sympathies are with you, Ann Marie and your grandson Darius. All our love to you in this very sad time of loss.

Constance A. Strand said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 4:50 PM

Candy, Condolences to you and your family. Frank was a great guy and friendly to all at Nashua High. He leaves a great legacy…Blessing and Peace…Connie Strand, Class of 1962.

Nancy Nivison Menzel said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Candy, I am going to miss the big guy! He was so thoughtful, always reaching out to those who needed a hand or a friendly conversation. I was touched that when you both visited Las Vegas, he arranged for us to have dinner. He was a one-of-a-kind hero. I’m so sad I won’t have anyone to reminisce about Latin class anymore! We spent our last conversation Sunday about it. I’ll treasure the memory of his words. Nancy Nivison, NHS ‘61

Rimute said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 2:33 PM

Dear Candy, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family from us- Rimute, Birute , Ieva, Ruta

Deborah A.Mac Donald said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 1:42 PM

Candy I was sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. .What an accomplished man.He was a great friend to the Civic groups in Nashua and beyond.

Nirmala Hennessy said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 12:23 PM

Dear Candi, Anne Marie and Darius, what a sad loss of a dearly beloved person. Frank was such great company and we have such happy memories of him at my Dad's house. Wishing you strength and may the love he had for all of you carry you through. God Bless You and protect you. The Hennessys.

Roger & Dorothy Simpson said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 10:25 AM

Our loving thoughts go out to the Ulcickas Family

Brigeen said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 10:07 AM

Dear Candy I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Your dear husband Frank .May you celebrate all the lovely moments you’ve shared with him and the happy memories help to bring consolation .Praying for Frank and keeping you Darius and Ann-Marie in my prayers also . Brigeen (Angela’s friend)

Daviyani Kothari said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 7:12 AM

Dearest Candy, I was so sorry to hear of Frank's passing, sending you my heartfelt sympathies at this sad time. Will keep you and Frank in my prayers. With much love Daviyani. (Angie's neighbour in London)

Fiona and Martin Baldry said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 4:12 AM

Deepest sympathy to Candy, Anne-Marie and Darius. A tragic loss but may you reflect on Frank’s wonderful life and the legacy he has left behind.

John & Kath Perera (Angela's cousin) said : Guest Report Oct 06, 2024 at 3:14 AM

Our deepest sympathy to Candi, Anne-Marie and Darius for your loss. May Frank rest in peace.

Nancy Rolfs said : Guest Report Oct 05, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Dear Candi, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you feel God’s blessings of peace and comfort right now. As time passes may He bestow upon you much joy as you remember all the wonderful moments you and Frank shared on this journey of life. Be well my friend. Love you Candi!

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