Frank Lopez Sr. dies at 64; sought San Jose Vietnam vets memorial

Frank Lopez Sr., a decorated Marine whose nightmares from the Vietnam War led him to launch a drive for a memorial honoring fellow San Jose servicemen who gave their lives in the conflict, died Nov. 24 of illnesses stemming from exposure to Agent Orange, the toxic battlefield herbicide. He was 64.His son, Frank, confirmed the death.

Los Angeles Times staff and wire services

December 5, 2012