Mr. Coda became ASHRAE executive director in 1981, was named chief staff officer in 1984, and was named ASHRAE executive vice president emeritus in January 2004. "He continued to work for ASHRAE in a consulting capacity until his death," the society said.
"Frank Coda's will to survive, his work ethic, and love of his family and ASHRAE, characterized the last years of his life," said Richard R. Rooley, ASHRAE president. "Our international membership mourns his passing while looking back with admiration on his achievements on our behalf."