Frank Agnew was born February 17, 1957, in Tupelo, MS to Ellis and Pearl
(Simelton) Agnew. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers: R.L. Ward,
Jimmie Agnew and Robert Berry, and sister, Loraine Robinson.
Spiritual Journey Frank accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior at an early age
and united with St. Paul United Methodist Church. He served on the Board of Trustee,
Nomination Committee, was a member of the United Methodist Men and volunteer bus
driver for the church daycare.
Education Frank was educated in the Tupelo Public Schools. He attended Green
Street, Carver, and Milam and graduated from Tupelo High School in 1975. After
graduation, he attended Tuskegee University.
Work History While a student at Tuskegee University, Frank worked summers as a
firefighter in the Sierra Mountains in California. After returning home he was
employed at Olympic, Mid-South/Sara Lee, Hancock Fabrics and Hunter Douglas.
Favorite Pastime Frank enjoyed listening to music, working outdoors, traveling,
cooking, and entertaining family and friends. He enjoyed helping people and was fully
committed in any endeavor he engaged.
Frank leaves to cherish his memories: sisters and brothers: Tommie Pinkins, Pearlena
Vaughn, James (Jackie) Agnew and Bennie (Shelia) Agnew; many nieces, nephews,
cousins, friends, church family and a special friend, ShanaRaye McMillian.