Frank was born in Ballymacandrew, Ardfert, County Kerry, Ireland. He was the youngest of nine children. He travelled the world as a radio officer with the British merchant marines before emigrating to Canada in 1954. He and his beloved wife Terry raised four children in Vancouver before moving to Kelowna in 1993 where they lived for over 20 years.
During his time in Kelowna, Frank served as president of the Okanagan Irish Society for four years. He also joined the Kelowna lawn bowling league and participated in numerous competitions locally and afar. Frank loved the cruise ships and he and Terry travelled extensively, visiting many countries. In 2016, Frank and Terry moved to Victoria to be closer to their family.
He is survived by Terry, his wife of 63 years and his four children, Anne, Kathleen, Michael and Meghan, as well as grandchildren, Emily, Rosemarie, Kenneth, Allison, and Adrienne. In addition, he is remembered fondly by all his nieces and nephews in Ireland and elsewhere. A much-loved man!
A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Holy Cross Parish Church, 4049 Gordon Head Road, Victoria, BC with a reception to follow.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Terry and family,
I just heard yesterday about Frank’s passing. Condolences from all of us at the Okanagan Irish Society here in Kelowna. The last time I was in contact with Frank was after Fr. Brendan Boland’s passing in 2017. We are thinking of all of you at this sad time and want you to know how much we appreciate Frank’s leadership of the Okanagan Irish Society for the four years he was president.
Ar Dheis Dea go Raibh a hÁnam.
Sincerely, Pearse Walsh, President, Okanagan Irish Society.
TO TERRY AND ALL THE HORAN FAMILY,
Just heard the sad news, sincere and heart felt condolences to you on your sad loss.”born in one kingdom and retired to another kingdom”.We had some happy times and always enjoyed the company of The Horans.
Mike and Audrey Kelly.
Condolences to the Horan family. I was fortunate to have had many great times with Frank and the family. One of my fond memories was when he would sing “Mona Lisa” after very little encouragement! He will be missed.
Condolences from the Greene family.
So many great memories and laughs in the Horan kitchen growing up.
Frank was a true gentleman and will be missed but never forgotten.
Thoughts and prayers for the family.