Celebration of Life for Frank Michalski – Reg. #21253

Notice of a Celebration of Life for Sergeant (Retired) Frank Michalski

Regimental #21253
May 10, 1938 – November 30, 2024
Years of Service: 1960 – 1971 / 1973 – 1988
Postings: “E” Division
Other Police Service:
Matsqui Police Department: 1971 – 1973
RCMP Veterans’ Association Member
Vancouver Division

Frank Michalski, beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, at the age of 86 in Abbotsford, BC.

Frank was predeceased by his wife, Carolyn, and is survived by his daughter, Tracy Michalski (Tim Burley); sister, Sonnia Faye (Edward Faye); brother, Jerry Michalski (Rosemary Michalski); and many nieces and nephews.

Frank served his community with dedication through a long and varied career in law enforcement. He joined the RCMP in 1960, later transitioning to the Matsqui Police Department before returning to the RCMP in 1973. Serving in Prince George, Fort St. James, Hope, North Vancouver, Surrey, Abbotsford, and Kamloops, Frank retired as a Sergeant in 1988 but continued to work in the Exhibits Department at the Surrey Detachment for several years.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday July 11, 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm (bar remains open until 4:00pm).

Location: Abbotsford Rugby Club, 31929 Mercantile Way, Abbotsford

Murray Macham of the Vancouver Division will offer a few words to commemorate Frank’s RCMP service. Abbotsford Police may also be represented.

Respectfully,

Dave Attfield,

RCMP Veterans Association, Vancouver Division.