Frank Joseph Damato Jr., 28, was last seen December 21, 1983, in San Francisco. A commercial fisherman, he is believed to have taken his boat, the Lillian D., possibly to test fishing gear or scout for the herring season. The vessel was found adrift near Yerba Buena Island and the Bay Bridge at 1:00 a.m., with the engine idling and electronic equipment, including radar, still on.

Despite an extensive search, Damato was never located and is presumed lost at sea. His disappearance is classified as lost/injured missing and his body has not been recovered. The circumstances suggest a tragic accident, but no definitive evidence has been reported and the case remains open with the San Francisco Police Department.

If anyone has information about Frank Damato, his movements on December 21, 1983, or the Lillian D., please come forward.