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Well known hobbyist and author Mark Rucker has asked me to post this for him, concerning Frank. I am happy to oblige-


"Frank Ceresi
A Forget-Me-Not

I met Frank Ceresi shortly after he became director of the MCI Sports Museum in Washington, DC. He tracked me down in search of photos for an exhibition. I had never met anyone like Frank before. He was essentially starting a new career at an advanced age, and he was a voracious learner - like a child is. In a few short years Frank had amassed a great deal of knowledge, with a special love for baseball history. Frank's enthusiasm and research started many projects from local ones involving the early days of baseball in DC to international baseball and the coming true world series. His museum displays on the Negro Leagues were particularly memorable - I hope you did not miss them.

But it was not just what Frank did that set him apart, it was how he did it. You would think his history as a lawyer, a judge, a father would have made Frank a somewhat rigid person. But the opposite was true. He was able to combine his legal experience, his optimistic attitude and love of sports to get things done. Frank was friendly, generous, thoughtful, and imaginative in the ways he would make things happen. It is sad to think of all the projects that will not be seen now that Frank is gone.

If you can get yourself reincarnated to the planet of baseball, Frank will be there.

Mark Rucker"





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