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Frank M. Tautkus, 78, of Taunton, a native of Brockton, passed away on July 29, 2026. He was the son of the late Frank J. and Dorothy (Hurd) Tautkus. From about the age of 10 Frank resided at Dever State School then in one of the cottages built there on the grounds. In recent years he resided in group home living and he truly enjoyed all types of music, going to the zoo on a regular basis, and watching old western shows like Gunsmoke.
All are welcome to visitation on Wednesday, August 5th from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Waitt Funeral Home, 850 North Main St., Brockton, followed by his funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Michael Church, 87 North Main St., Avon. Private cremation and burial in the family plot at Calvary Cemetery, Brockton.
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