Octogenarian Frank Dale has become something of an artistic icon in the general Stark County community, and with his recent passing , will be affectionately remembered by his modest cadre of exceptional students, and the many art lovers who appreciated his artistic gift.

His Renaissance-inspired paintings appeared in many regional art exhibitions, frequently carrying off top awards and are to be found in many regional art museums and private collections.

Unlike the one- or two-semester art classes taught in the universities, Frank restricted his art classes to one or two students at a time, preferring instead to meet in the “upper loft” of his Massillon residence.

His classes tended to last as long as two to three hours, and thus his schedule was booked almost every day of the week fr

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