RAYMOND JOHN FRANK

RAYMOND JOHN FRANK

     Raymond John Frank, 89, of Melrose, WI, passed away at home April 28, 2025.

     Raymond was born to Harold and Mary (Eisberner) Frank Sept. 15, 1935. The family lived in Merrillan, WI, before relocating to Black River Falls, WI, where Raymond graduated from Black River Falls High School in 1953. After high school, Raymond joined the Wisconsin National Guard, serving as a tank mechanic.

     In 1955, Raymond married his high school sweetheart, Jane Lunderville. Together they raised their four children, John, Sara, Linda, and Laura. 

     After working for some time in the automotive industry in Michigan, the family returned to Melrose, WI. Raymond then began his career working for GTE as a cable splicer, where he worked for the next 20 years before retirement. 

     Although retired, Raymond continued working as a plow driver in the winter and kept himself busy with various hobbies. A talented woodworker, Raymond could often be found in his shop making windmills, birdhouses, planters, and even replica trucks. When not building something, Raymond would be out in the yard, taking meticulous care of his lawn, of which he was very proud. Other hobbies Raymond enjoyed included bowling and fishing the Trempealeau River or the northern lakes of Wisconsin and Canada. 

     Raymond is survived by his son, John (Jeane) Frank; daughters Sara (Tom) Pfaff and Linda (Norris) Everson; his grandchildren, Shane, Zachary, Ryan, Travis, Justin, Nathan, Janelle, Brittany, Jamie, Macie and Collin; 14 great-grandchildren; his sister, Diane Johnson; and many other loving family members and friends.

     He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Jane; his daughter, Laura Folkedahl; parents Harold and Mary; and his brothers, Harold Frank Jr. and Merlin Frank. 

     A funeral service for Raymond was held at St. Kevin’s Catholic Church in Melrose Monday, May 5. Visitation took place from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Burial was held at the Melrose cemetery immediately following the service. A luncheon was provided at the church.

     In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation in his name to an organization of your choice.