Frank Hughes Condon, Jr. 49, of Florence passed away Saturday, February 7, 2009 at his residence. He was formerly of Mobile, Al. Frank was a devoted husband and father, He loved playing and wrestling with his son Jackson. He enjoyed each day he had here on this earth to the fullest extent he could. He will be greatly missed by many friends, family and co-workers because he could always bring a laugh or a smile toeveryone.
A celebration will be Thursday February 12, at the UNA Performance Center from 5:00 till 9:00 p.m.
Frank was a four-year letterman and linebacker at the University of North Alabama from 1979-82. He was a three-year starter. Second-team All-Gulf South Conference pick in 1981 after making 90 tackles, with two sacks and four interceptions. First team All-GSC pick as a senior in 1982. Earned GSC Defensive Player of the week award against Alabama A&M in 1981. He was a starter on UNA''s first Gulf South Conference championship football team in 1980. UNA had records of 6-5, 10-2, 8-2 and 7-3 in his four years. He was chosen by his teammates as a permananent Team Captain following the 1982 season. Frank continued to love UNA Football throughout his life, and was an avid supporter of the team and the University. He was a owner/ manager of Southern Fastening Systems in Muscle Shoals, AL.
He is preceded in death by his parents Frank Hughes Condon, Sr. and Catherine Pauline Dodson Converse. He is survived by his wife Deborah Leann Phillips Condon, and son Jackson Hughes Condon. Brothers Mike Condon (Jamie), Bill Condon of Mobile, AL, and Pat Converse (Dee) of Pelham, AL, four nephews and two nieces.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Frank Hughes Condon, Jr. Football Scholarship Fund. Contact UNA Foundation 765-4670