Icon: A person or thing that is widely admired or revered, especially for their influence or significance in a particular area.
That is Frank Haley.
BUT! More importantly Frank was all about JESUS and family.
Frank’s love for Jesus and his bride Alice and his children and grandchildren will be what I always remember about my very, very dear friend. Frank is a role model for us all. Frank was an outstanding newsman. I was blessed to hire him at KKIM Christian radio. During that time at KKIM Frank was inducted to the New Mexico Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Frank will always be known as the voice of New Mexico. So many New Mexicans grew up hearing Frank on radio giant KOB 770. Frank also served at Family Life radio and Son Broadcasting.
Frank was trusted as a newsman. He was a true journalist, which is hard to find to these days. Frank did not have an ego! He never boasted about himself! For Frank his life was about sharing Jesus and loving and taking care of his family, Never, ever about himself. That is hard to find these days.
Just a awhile ago I was blessed to spend time with Frank and Alice in their home. What a love story. The way they talked to each other and shared stories warmed my heart so much. They are such godly role models for us all on what marriage and family is all about. I adore my Sharon and children and grandchildren just like Frank and Alice. I have learned a lot from them.
The last time Frank and I had breakfast was at The Range. Frank had picked me up at the car repair shop to give me a ride home, he did that more than a few times. Our conversation centered around telling others about Jesus. On the way out Frank gently touched the servers arm and said to this young man in a gentle manner, “Do you know Jesus?” That is what I will always carry with me. Never be bashful about sharing Jesus. That would be your best tribute to Frank. Now my friend is at peace with Jesus. What a life! Glory!
Thank you Lydia for taking such good care of your daddy and mommy. I sure I am missing thanking others, but you showed us all what godly love is by quitting your job to take care of your parents. Our love and prayers are with your mommy and all of your family.
Frank Hayley: 4/15/1940-8/7/2024
God Bless the memory of Frank Haley.
We will meet again! Glory!
I am a better man because of knowing Frank.
5 Characteristics Of A Godly Man
Frank’s life preached Jesus. How about mine and yours?
I close with this…..Frank is in the true Hall of Fame! HEAVEN! GLORY! The Memorial service for Frank is this Saturday at 1pm at the Sandia Baptist Church in Albuquerque.
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Living to benefit others
In the Bible, Jesus says that servanthood is what makes a person great, and that it involves living to benefit another person and sacrificing for their joy. Some traits of a servant include:
- Making others feel honored
- Being authentic and accurate with compliments
- Putting others first
- Being okay with more humble positions
- Listening
- Showing compassion, which is being moved by another person’s pain or need
- Showing empathy, which is the ability to put oneself in another person’s situation
