Victor A. Franke

February 12, 1919 - June 14, 2012

Victor A. Franke, age 93, of Horicon, died on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at Mayville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

The visitation will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Monday, June 18, 2012 from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at the church on Monday at 11:00 AM with Fr. Mike Petrie officiating. Burial will be at St. Malachy Cemetery in Horicon with military honors provided by the Horicon American Legion Post #157.

Victor Armand Franke was born on February 12, 1919 in Theresa, Wisconsin to Arnold C. and Mabel (Fink) Franke. On April 19, 1944 he was united in marriage with Jeanette D. Koll in Theresa. Victor was a WWII Veteran and was a lifetime member of the Horicon American Legion. He was a tool and die maker at John Deere and retired in the 1970”s after 34 years. Victor also was a business man in Horicon for 50 years, operating Vic”s T.V. He was past president of the John Deere Spitfires and was on the Community Cable Commissions for many years. Victor was also a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Parish.

Survivors are his children, Kathleen (James L.) Thomas of Berlin, and Jerry (Lynn) Franke of Racine; grandsons, Nathan Franke and Michael Franke; sisters and brother, Marcella Reabe of Hartford, Gladys Heintz of Mayville, Mildred (Lawrence “Digger”) DeGroot of Hartford, and Vernon (Jean) Franke of Juneau; former sister-in-law, Katherine L. Franke of Horicon, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jeanette in 2006; his sisters and brother, Anita Thrun, Eldine Roll, Delores Weber, and Vilas Franke.

If desired, memorials may be made in Victor A. Franke”s name to the Horicon American Legion Post #157 or Sacred Heart Catholic Parish.

The Murray Funeral Home, 716 Clinton Street in Horicon, is caring for the family. To leave condolences, for directions, or for other information, please visit our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Visitation Details

Monday, June 18th, 2012, 9:00am – 10:45am, Sacred Heart Catholic Church-Horicon

Service Details

Monday, June 18th, 2012, 11:00am, Sacred Heart Catholic Church-Horicon

Interment Details

St. Malachy Cemetery-Horicon

Victor A. Franke, age 93, of Horicon, died on Thursday, June 14, 2012 at Mayville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The visitation will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Monday, June 18, 2012 from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at the church on Monday at 11:00 AM withContinue Reading

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JEAN AND AL , SORRY TO HERE ABOUT FRED I ALWAYS GOT A KICK OUT OF HIS SO CALLED JOKE OF THE DAY AND YOU KNOW I NEVER HEARD THE SAME ONE TWICE , AND ALSO THE NUT DOESNT FALL FAR FROM THE TREE AL.

So many warm, wonderful memories of my other parents/extended family growing up across the street. Fred's passing is a true testament to how little time we need on this earth to touch and enrich so many lives. And that...he certainly did. XXOO

Here's to the breezes that blows thru the trees'es...

Fred was quite the character his sense of humor can only be parallel by his son Al. Fred will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives he touched. Our thoughts And prayers go out to Jean and Al and the whole family.

Vic was kind enough to come to my mother''s funeral (Vivian Hoffman) a few years ago and it was great to see him again. My dad was insistant we buy all of our TVs from Vic because of the good service he gave. He always had a smile and great sense of humor. He will be missed by many.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Jerry: Please accept my sympathy on the passing of your father. I am sorry I could not make it to the service. May you and all your family be blessed at this time. John

DEAR JERRY AND FAMILY. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW WHAT YOUR FATHER MEANT TO YOU. STAY STRONG AND REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES WITH HIM.

Jerry: Please accept my sympathy on the passing of your father. I am sorry I could not make it to the service. May you and all your family be blessed at this time. John

DEAR JERRY AND FAMILY. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW WHAT YOUR FATHER MEANT TO YOU. STAY STRONG AND REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES WITH HIM.

Kathy & Jerry, So sorry to hear of your father''s passing. We will miss his smile and endless jokes. His constant upbeat attitude made it a pleasure to talk with him. His zest for life never diminished, a trait that is to be admired. Sorry we can''t be at the service on Monday. Please know that you and your families will be in our thoughts and prayers. Mark Sullivan

Uncle Vic: You were my inspiration and role model when I was young and through the years. All of us are going to miss you and your outlook on life! You were a great Father and supporter to many Horiconites! God bless you and your Family! Love and peace to all. Dick Thrun

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