Elmer Frank

Elmer Arthur Frank, 98, a beloved husband, father, and devoted Charter member of St. Andrew's Luthern Church, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 5, 2024. Born in Oshkosh, WI on February 15, 1926, to the late Richard and Edna (Kloetzke) Frank. On October 30th,1948, he married his love Violet Holm and enjoyed 45 years together until her death. After proudly serving in the Army during World War II, Elmer earned a business degree in accounting and began his career as a bookkeeper for Cook & Brown Lime Company and later for Oregon Trail Appliance Store. In 1966, he changed careers and was employed by the U.S. Postal Service for 25 years until his retirement in 1991. Outside of work, he found joy in woodworking, bowling, hunting, fishing and shuffleboard. Along with reading, writing poetry, playing BINGO, and feeding the birds; he loved to spend time outdoors and having his own garden. As an active member of the community, Elmer volunteered at Northpoint Nursing Home. A man of great integrity and honor, he was also a member of the American Legion Post #70 with the privilege of participating in an Honor Flight in 2015. He is lovingly survived by his daughters, Amy (Keith) LaPointe, Nancy Guldan (Mike Lechleiter) and Julie (Craig) Semenas. His grandchildren, Jennifer (Nathan) Schaub, Brian LaPointe, Jaime Semenas (Travis Cousert), Camryn Semenas and great grandchild Jacob Berger. In addition, he is survived by many nieces and nephews. Elmer holds a special place in all their hearts and will be sadly missed and cherished forever.

In addition to his parents, Elmer was preceded in death by his devoted wife Violet and son Eric Elmer; brothers Richard Frank, Donald Melhorn, Daniel Melhorn, William Schultz and their spouses. He was also preceded in death by his long-time special friend and companion Theda Hazen.

A funeral service for Elmer will be held at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church (1100 E. Murdock Ave, Oshkosh) on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 11:30AM. A time of visitation will be held from 10AM until the time of service. A burial will take place at Lake View Memorial Park.