Frank Coady, Towing Legend and Philanthropist, Dies at 74

Tow trucks lined up on Saturday night, lights flashing as police stood by and a bagpiper played in tribute to Frank Coady, the longtime owner of Coady’s Garage & Towing Service, who died at age 74 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Coady, a Massachusett's native and towing industry icon, was celebrated nationally for his generosity and service. A year before his passing, he was inducted into the International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame for over five decades of leadership, innovation, and philanthropy.

“Frank changed lives, all the while doing what he loved,” his family wrote on Facebook. “The purpose of life is to give your gift away. Frank will continue to give in more ways than we can measure.”

Retired state police Lt. Edward Johnson recalled Coady as “the kind of man who helped anyone, anytime.”

“During any storm, his office was always open — to warm up, dry off, and grab a cup of coffee,” Johnson said. “There aren’t many people left like Frank.”

Veteran David J. Athas also shared a memory of Coady’s kindness, recalling when a Coady’s driver lowered the price of a tow after learning he was a veteran. “We take care of veterans,” the driver said. “God bless.”

Funeral arrangements were pending. Source: https://www.cnhi.com