Frank L. Whitmire

Frank L. Whitmire was born in Forest Hill, TX, at home on October 19, 1930 and went home to his Lord and Savior on April 11, 2024. He joined his beloved wife, Donnis, son Douglas, his parents and in-laws and daughter in law Kim in Heaven.

He is survived by a sister, Dee Steadman of San Marcos, TX, brother and wife, Bobby and Karla Whitmire of Itasca, children Sherri and husband Richard Lebredo, of Flower Mound, Glenn Whitmire of Ft. Worth, and Dorcas and husband Tim Neal of Rhome, TX. They had 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. Frank and Donnis were married in 1952 and were only 7 days shy of their 67th anniversary at the time of Donnis’ death.

Frank served in the Korean War as a Weather Dropson operator on the B29. He was employed by General Dynamics, where he retired. Then after retirement, he and his son-in-law, Richard Lebredo, founded and ran Alarm Concepts for 13 years. Frank loved his city of Colleyville. He became involved in the City Council shortly after moving to Colleyville. He along with other volunteers physically finished out the City Hall/Fire Station at 5201 Bransford. Frank was appointed to form the Planning and Zoning Commission and served as the chairman. Shortly thereafter Frank became a volunteer fireman and then moved quickly to being elected, Mayor of Colleyville. While Mayor, Frank and the council started a Police Department that began operation in January 1973. Also, his administration hired the first Fire Chief. Frank became a Reserve Police Officer in 1973 and remained one for 30+ years.

He was selected as Reserve Police Officer of the year in 1981 and became Colleyville Citizen of the year in 1983 as well as being name a Colleyville Home Town Hero. There is also a Frank Whitmire Day in Colleyville on June 6th.

He was a Past Master of Eugene Green DFW Lodge 1441 Masonic Lodge, 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason, Past Patron Grapevine Chapter 326, order of the Eastern Star.

Frank gave his life to Christ in the Baptist church early in his life. He and Donnis were active in every capacity of the Methodist Church throughout their entire life and we know they are spending eternity serving their Lord and Savior.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in honor of Frank to The Scottish Rite Children's Hospital. Thank you.

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