Francis “Frank” Paul Barkyoumb, 74, of Westford, Vermont passed away peacefully in Florida surrounded by his family on Saturday January 28, 2017. He fought a brave 10-month battle with brain cancer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am Monday February 6, 2017 at Saint Lukes Parish in Fairfax, Vermont, with a reception following the service. A Military Burial will be held in the Spring. Friends may call from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm Sunday February 5, 2017 at the A.W. Rich Funeral Home in Fairfax, Vermont. Frank was born July 9, 1942 in Burlington to Kenneth and Jean (Brodeur) Barkyoumb. Frank graduated from BFA Fairfax in 1960 and was president of his class for three years. Upon graduating high school he enlisted in the Navy. He was assigned aboard the USS Springfield CLG-7 as a Fire Controlman Petty Officer 3rd Class. On July 30, 1966 he married the former Carol Ann Campbell of Winooski. Frank was employed by IBM as a manager for thirty years. He was a loving father, husband, grandfather (Pepe) and friend to all. Frank loved sports and enjoyed the outdoors, spending lots of time golfing, fishing and hunting whenever possible. Throughout the years he was a member of multiple golf and bowling leagues where many friendships were formed. He was a lifelong Red Sox fan and enjoyed watching all of their games. Frank was a kind, gentle man always willing to lend a hand if needed. He was a wonderful Pepe to his grandchildren, always there to teach and guide them in any sport that they were playing. He was their biggest fan. Frank was also a talented cook and enjoyed making wonderful meals for all family gatherings. Nobody could barbeque like Pepe. Being a religious man, Frank was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. He will be missed by many especially his longtime IBM buddies Don Palmer and Peter Smith. Also, a special thank you to his friend Lynn Townsend and cousin Gary Collins who were there to help him in any way they could. The world was a better place with Frank in it, he will be greatly missed.Even though we are all grief stricken that he is gone, we are all thankful that he is at peace and no longer suffering. Now he is our special angel watching over us. Until I see you again Frank, I will always love you, your wife Carol. Frank leaves his wife of fifty years Carol Barkyoumb (Campbell) of Westford and his children, Kristine Roy and Mitch of Florida and her children Mason and Carmen. Steven Barkyoumb and wife (Sara) and their two sons Rowan and Augustus of Burlington, Diane Russin and Mike Dashno of Fairfax and her children Danielle, Colby and Avery. Daughter-in-law Lisa Hill Barkyoumb of South Carolina. He was predeceased by his son Brian Barkyoumb. Frank leaves eight sisters and one brother. Janet (Roger)Yandow of Essex Junction, Gloria (Ray)Ladoux of Fairfax, Betty (John) Severance of Sheldon, Sandy (Ronnie) Cutting of Fairfax, Linda (Richard) Mathieu of Westford, Kenneth (Sally) Barkyoumb of Bolton, Brenda (Ike) Irish of Fairfax, Debbie (Mark) Irish of Fairfax, Susan (Doug) Corse of Fairfax. Many cousins, uncles and aunts, especially Alice Collins of Fairfax. A special thank you to Hope Hospice of Fort Myers, Florida for their loving care and support. Also, thank you to the military volunteers with Hope Hospice for giving Frank a beautiful Military Salute Service. The family also invites you to share your memories and condolences by visiting www.awrfh.com.