Frank W. Townsend (second ¼ 1925 – fourth ¼ 1946) was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1940s. He played at club level for Wakefield Trinity (Heritage № 545), as a , i.e. number 3 or 4, he was fatally injured in a match against the Featherstone Rovers at Post Office Road, Featherstone during the 1946–47 season. Background Frank Townsend's birth was registered in Wakefield, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, and he died aged-21 in Featherstone, West Riding of Yorkshire, England. Playing career Testimonial match Following Townsend's death, a benefit for his widow took place at Featherstone Rovers during the 1946–47 season. Genealogical information Frank Townsend's marriage to Gladys M (née Broome) was registered during third ¼ 1942 in Doncaster district. They had children; Roy Townsend (birth registered third ¼ 1945 in Doncaster district), and Jean M. Townsend (birth registered third ¼ 1948 in Doncaster district) References External links Search for "Townsend" at rugbyleagueproject.org June 2013 April 2011 Search for "Frank Townsend" at britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk 1925 births 1946 deaths English rugby league players Rugby league centres Rugby league players from Wakefield Sport deaths in England Wakefield Trinity players