Frank Merlino ’45, of Warwick, R.I.

Frank Merlino ’45, of Warwick, R.I.; Nov. 18. A retired cardiologist, he practiced for more than 35 years at Rhode Island Hospital, where he was president of the medical staff from 1972 to 1973. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Medical Assoc., the American College of Cardiology, and the American College of Physicians. He enjoyed reading, solving crossword puzzles, watching the Boston Red Sox, and spending time with family. He is survived by six sons, including Matthew ’78, Paul ’86, and John ’83 MD; six daughters-in-law; 12 grandchildren; a sister; and a sister-in-law.