The Last One at the Wedding

Content Warning: This section of the guide discusses death, violence, addiction, sexual content, and suicide. 

Frank is 52 years old and has “spent most of his life driving a package car for the United Parcel Service” (8). Frank is hardworking and proud of his many years as a UPS driver. Although he did not attend college, Frank credits his career with providing him a level of financial stability that allowed him to save enough money to pay for Maggie’s university education and to ensure a comfortable retirement. Frank derives much of his identity from his working-class status and sees it as a source of pride. He epitomizes the theme of Social Class and Identity. To Frank, being working class means not shying away from difficult jobs, self-sufficiency, and a spirit of community-oriented camaraderie that he learned on the job. Frank is happy to help friends and family and sees himself as part of a larger network of people. 

Frank is also a loving father, and through his role, Rekulak explores The Strength and Pitfalls of Parental Love. He cares for Maggie and devotes his entire life to parenting in the wake of her mother’s death.