The Service, led by the Rev Dr Alan Russell, was attended by fellow workers and supporters of a man known for his love of evangelism and concern for people.
Arthur and Bonnie Bartlett led the "Time of Praise" and "Songs of the Evangel", as well as providing stories of bygone events and situations which raised an atmosphere of mirth throughout the congregation.
Prior to the Service, Jim and Grace Vine played a selection of gospel songs which reminded those attending of times gone past and a life involved in those days.
The service itself was opened in prayer, led by the Rev T Michael Earl BTh and the reading of scripture passages, read by Dr Graham Barker. Those chosen were 1 Corinthians 15: 35-49 and John 14: 1-7, 18-20.
Eulogies followed which were scheduled as being of five minutes each, but once each speaker started, they had far more to share – all of which was appreciated by those present.
Rev Dr Alan Russell spoke of Frank's personal life and Army Service. Jim Vine shared the Ministry given by Frank in the Open Air Campaigners. Eric Leach told of Frank's visits to America, training received there and practical lessons learnt when conducting crusade meetings – "have a good rest before preaching" and "have a good supper afterwards".
Rev Bill Clarke reported on Frank's ministry as a minister in the Congregational Church, followed in the Uniting Church when amalgamation took place.
Radio technician Andrew Morris assisted Frank in his radio ministry at CBA (Christian Broadcasting Association), prior to the service becoming known as Hope103.2FM today. Even when not feeling well, Frank always insisted on recording his Bible studies to be heard over the radio across Australia.
Mrs Kaye Mc Innes had known Frank and his first wife, Betty, prior to Betty's death by cancer, becoming his second wife and sharing many precious moments.
By then, time had passed and the Rev Keith Garner, Superintendent of Wesley Mission, was invited to give the closing message. Many spoke afterwards in appreciation for the sermon presented. The ministry of the Word given by Frank Mc Innes and the need for personal commitment was a message of depth and challenge.
Gary Coleman stepped forward to conduct the singing of the closing hymn, "Great is thy faithfulness" – with the waving of arms and gusto, befitting Frank Mc Innes' method of having hymns sung in church and tent.
Politicians, missionaries, congregation members and family relatives paid their respect by attending this service, a thanksgiving for a man given to proclaiming the gospel whether there be a few listening or many hundreds.
The Order of Service quoted Phil 2:16: "Holding forth the word of life" as a fitting tribute to this "Soldier; Open Air Campaigner; Beach Missioner; Pastor; Minister; Evangelist; Broadcaster; Bible Teacher; Rotarian and Friend."