Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies - RedsZone.com - Cincinnati Reds Fans' Home for Baseball Discussion

MartyFan · 12-17-2012, 10:12 PM

I just found out that former Reds pitcher, Frank Pastore who was hit by a motorcycle on November 19th has passed away.

Here is a link to more information about the accident and his passing.

http://www.kkla.com/frankpastore.aspx

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UKFlounder · 12-17-2012, 10:45 PM

I remember him mostly from Gary Burbank's "Sports or Consequences" show that used to air at 4:00 every day as Gary & the others would chant "Frank, Frank" whenever his name was mentioned, treating him as the show's hero. It was all in fun, but that is my lasting memory of Pastore.

RIP, Frank

Chip R · 12-17-2012, 11:48 PM

RIP, Frank.

VR · 12-18-2012, 12:00 AM

Sad to hear, he was a stalwart of the Reds rotation during the darkest ages of Reds offense. Great, great guy, thanks for the memories Frank.

757690 · 12-18-2012, 12:09 AM

This was the first baseball card that I kept because I thought it would be valuable someday.

While that never happened, I was very pleased that he found success with his radio show.

cincinnati chili · 12-18-2012, 12:29 AM

Sad to hear this. One thing I'd like to see more of on the site are the "what ever happened to" stories involving former Reds. Preferably before they pass.

Nathan · 12-18-2012, 12:33 AM

Somewhere diners at a legendary Texas steakhouse mourn and eat a 3lb steak.

George Anderson · 12-18-2012, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Nathan

Somewhere diners at a legendary Texas steakhouse mourn and eat a 3lb steak.

http://townhall.com/columnists/frank...til_last_night

crazybob60 · 12-18-2012, 12:35 AM

Very sad to hear this. A great Christian man, who touched many. He was on those Reds teams when I first started to watch and follow baseball. Prayers go out to his wife, kids, and family.

traderumor · 12-18-2012, 07:56 AM

While he never reached the heights of stardom for the Reds, he let his light so shine before men that men would see his works, and glorify His Father in heaven. While we fill up our barns so that we have to fill more barns, or storage units, or build bigger houses, it is good to know that Frank knew that his soul could be required of him at any minute (listen to the clip) and was ready to meet God, through faith in Jesus Christ.

While I'm sure Frank's family will miss him dearly this Christmas, Frank received the greatest treasure, and that is to be face to face with His Creator, His Deliverer, His Savior.

Redlegs · 12-18-2012, 08:38 AM

I remember Opening Day 1980 when Frank Pastore stepped in for Tom Seaver and pitched a shutout against the Atlanta Braves. I was a 12 year old 6th grader and my mom allowed me to stay home from school that day.

marcshoe · 12-18-2012, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Redlegs

I remember Opening Day 1980 when Frank Pastore stepped in for Tom Seaver and pitched a shutout against the Atlanta Braves. I was a 12 year old 6th grader and my mom allowed me to stay home from school that day.

Just coming here to post this. I was a Pastore fan from that moment on.

Sea Ray · 12-18-2012, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by MartyFan

I just found out that former Reds pitcher, Frank Pastore who was hit by a motorcycle on November 19th has passed away.

Here is a link to more information about the accident and his passing.

http://www.kkla.com/frankpastore.aspx

(MODS: If this has been or should be posted elsewhere, please move it, delete it or whatever. Thanks)

Wow. He must have suffered for a month before passing on. Motorcycles are life threatening. Not a good way to go

Sea Ray · 12-18-2012, 09:16 AM

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In his book, Shattered, Pastore describes his former career as a Cincinnati Reds pitcher, and how a line-drive hit ended his dream of getting "rich and famous" through Major League Baseball by shattering his pitching elbow. He also tells his story of how the incident was part of his testimony in accepting Jesus into his life.

Read more at http://www.christianpost.com/news/ch...r0XX8T7qJtT.99

I don't remember that. When did that happen?

Tony Cloninger · 12-18-2012, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Sea Ray

Read more at http://www.christianpost.com/news/ch...r0XX8T7qJtT.99

I don't remember that. When did that happen?

I do not recall that but I do know he missed some time in 1980 after a great start....with an injury. He was also forced to go 9 a few times, when the bullpen was bringing gasoline to the mound during May or June....and blowing games.
He went 9 against STL while giving up 5 runs and probably throwing well over 120 pitches.

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12-17-2012, 10:45 PM	#2
UKFlounder Go Reds Go! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Northern KY Posts: 1,825	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies I remember him mostly from Gary Burbank's "Sports or Consequences" show that used to air at 4:00 every day as Gary & the others would chant "Frank, Frank" whenever his name was mentioned, treating him as the show's hero. It was all in fun, but that is my lasting memory of Pastore. RIP, Frank __________________ http://www.civilwarobsession.com

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12-18-2012, 12:00 AM	#4
VR Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Vancouver, Wa Posts: 8,217	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies Sad to hear, he was a stalwart of the Reds rotation during the darkest ages of Reds offense. Great, great guy, thanks for the memories Frank. __________________ “Our team is a team full of fighters. They never panic. We don't necessarily get all the hits we want all the time, but we find a way to win.” – Dusty Baker

12-18-2012, 12:09 AM	#5
757690 Hoping to be 75769013 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Dayton Posts: 6,141	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies This was the first baseball card that I kept because I thought it would be valuable someday. While that never happened, I was very pleased that he found success with his radio show. __________________ We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. - Albert Einstein

12-18-2012, 12:29 AM	#6
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12-18-2012, 12:33 AM	#7
Nathan 2013 W.S. Champions Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hamilton, Ohio Posts: 395	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies Somewhere diners at a legendary Texas steakhouse mourn and eat a 3lb steak. __________________ "It's better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." I'm not a man of many words. Read my posts, and you'll see what I mean. Some people are Optimists (They see the glass 1/2 full). Others are Pessimists (They see the glass 1/2 empty). Me, I'm a Realist. 1/2 empty IS 1/2 full.

12-18-2012, 12:35 AM	#9
crazybob60 Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Brownsville, KY Posts: 956	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies Very sad to hear this. A great Christian man, who touched many. He was on those Reds teams when I first started to watch and follow baseball. Prayers go out to his wife, kids, and family.

12-18-2012, 07:56 AM	#10
traderumor Unsolicited Opinions Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Right Down Broadway Posts: 17,653	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies While he never reached the heights of stardom for the Reds, he let his light so shine before men that men would see his works, and glorify His Father in heaven. While we fill up our barns so that we have to fill more barns, or storage units, or build bigger houses, it is good to know that Frank knew that his soul could be required of him at any minute (listen to the clip) and was ready to meet God, through faith in Jesus Christ. While I'm sure Frank's family will miss him dearly this Christmas, Frank received the greatest treasure, and that is to be face to face with His Creator, His Deliverer, His Savior. __________________ Can't win with 'em Can't win without 'em

12-18-2012, 08:38 AM	#11
Redlegs Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Scout Seats Posts: 702	Re: Former Reds Pitcher, Frank Pastore Dies I remember Opening Day 1980 when Frank Pastore stepped in for Tom Seaver and pitched a shutout against the Atlanta Braves. I was a 12 year old 6th grader and my mom allowed me to stay home from school that day. __________________ As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly.

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