I met Frank in 75

Young guns at Kent's when he arrived

With bearded face he looked so fierce

And eyes so dark your soul he'd pierce

His manner too was so intense

Immediate impact, at the Conference

Despite this as I soon found

He was a character oh so sound

Sincere, genuine and unreserved

Immediate friendship was deserved

At work his wise council I respected

A good mentor I had detected.

As friend there was none better

Reliable to the very letter

Laughs aloud and lots of fun

Over pints when day was done

The years led us on different paths

But meeting up was always full of laughs

Although you've gone my life is richer

For knowing you

Great mate, colleague, mentor, teacher.