by Frank Emond Death, Obituary – We are sorry to inform you about the passing of Frank Emond, who was a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor. We hope that he will be remembered for his bravery. We are sorry to write to you with the news that he has passed away. Because of the circumstances, we have no choice but to proceed in this manner, despite our profound sadness at having to do so. Francis “Frank” Emond, who had spent his childhood in the state of Rhode Island, signed up to serve in the United States Navy in the year 1938. “Frank” Emond was also known as “Frankie.”
His service was one that was deserving of honor and distinction. On the morning of December 7, 1941, as the Japanese were getting ready to launch their attack on Pearl Harbor, he was getting ready to play the morning “Colors” on his French horn on the stern of the USS Pennsylvania. He was serving onboard the USS Pennsylvania when the attack took place, which was in the area (BB-38). He was getting ready to perform “Colors” at the time of the assault, which was about to take place at that very moment in time. The occurrence had an indelible and permanent effect on the remainder of his life.
At the time, Frank Emond, who was 104 years old, held the Guinness World Record for “World’s Oldest Conductor” for leading the United States Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note in a performance of Glenn Miller’s iconic “In the Mood” at the American Veteran Center’s “America Valor: A Salute to our Heroes.” The performance took place at the American Veteran Center’s “America Valor: A Salute to our Heroes.” The performance was given during the “America Valor: A Salute to our Heroes” event that was held at the American Veteran Center.
The concert was delivered at the American Veteran Center as part of an event called “America Valor: A Salute to our Heroes,” which honored the country’s war heroes. You will be much missed, and our great nation is indebted to you for the service you provided to it during your lifetime. Our great country will miss you very dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, as well as all of your loved ones.
