Kerner Eugene Frauenheim, II

June 13, 2025, we celebrate the remarkable life of Kerner Eugene Frauenheim II (Gene), a man who was many things: a devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather, amazing sibling, loyal friend, a committed and admired CPA, and Executive, as well as a passionate golfer. Gene battled cancer for over ten years with grace, dignity, determination and with a smile on his face as to not worry his loved ones. Gene was a determined fighter to the very end.

Kerner Eugene Frauenheim II was born on October 30, 1944, in Ancon, Canal Zone, Panama. Gene was the second sibling of four (Lola, Lynne, and Neil) born to Kerner and Foy Frauenheim. During his 80 years on this earth, he built a life full of meaning, family, and quiet strength. On December 21, 1968, he married the love of his life, the beautiful and spirited Carol Lynne Frauenheim (Lynne). Together they built not just a home, but a sanctuary, one filled with love, and a healthy dose of comedy and sarcasm.

Gene grew up surrounded by family and friends in the Panama Canal Zone. He loved sports, specifically baseball and golf. Gene was an accomplished baseball player at Balboa High School. Gene attended Canal Zone Junior College before finishing his undergraduate and master’s degree in accounting from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Gene was a devoted Tar Heel fan and alumni throughout his life.

Upon graduation, Gene achieved his certified public accountant (CPA) designation. After a short stint as an officer in the Army, Gene started his public accounting career as a staff auditor in the Houston, TX office of Arthur Andersen & Co. Gene’s career thrived during his tenure in Houston and later in Charlotte, NC. Gene retired in 2001 as the Managing Partner of the Carolina’s. Gene was known as a great leader of the firm and a mentor to many young professionals during his longstanding career at Arthur Andersen.

Gene was the proud father of Darrell (Michelle), Leslie (Corey), Christi (Shannon), and Greg (Kristina). Each of them carries his quiet strength, his dry wit, and maybe even a bit of that stubborn streak. But the real sparkle in Gene’s eye came with the next generation — his grandchildren: Courtney, Natalie, Elise, Mallory, Maddy, Thomas, Charlie, James, Mason, Colton, and Blake. Gene loved his kids, but he REALLY loved his grandkids.

As we remember Kerner Eugene Frauenheim II, let us celebrate his life. The viewing will take place from 5:00 -7:00 PM Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Quin Shalz Family Funeral Home (3600 Third Street South, Jacksonville, FL 32250). A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, June 13, 2025, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church (523 Pablo Ave, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250). A Reception to celebrate Gene’s Life will follow mass in the church hall. Gene will be reunited in burial with Lynne at Beaches Memorial Park (1500 Main Street Atlantic Beach, FL 32233).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charities below that meant some much to Gene and The Family.

The Alzheimer’s Association in honor of Carol Lynne Frauenheim.

https://act.alz.org/site/TR?team_id=919038&fr_id=18274&pg=team

Spina Bifida of Jacksonville

https://www.spinabifidajax.org/