Torgerson, Francis VictorFrancis Victor Torgerson, 77, of Springfield Twp., formerly of Holliston, MA, died December 5, 2014 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He is the husband of Liz (Liegel). He was born in Richland Center, WI on October 29, 1937 to the late Victor and Gertrude (Wallace) Torgerson. Fran earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Wisconsin. He was the Vice-President of Operations for H.P. Hood, Boston, MA for 26 years and remained with the company as a consultant to the board of directors. Prior to H.P. Hood, he held the position of VP of Operations at Lehigh Valley Dairy. He is a member of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Ottsville. Fran served as the financial secretary for Fr. Stommel Council #4545 Knights of Columbus, Ottsville. He was actively involved in volunteering in the communities he lived in. He cherished spending time with his family. Survivors: In addition to his loving wife Liz of 53 years; children: Kristianne Chattin (Carlos Knight) of Downingtown, Eric Torgerson (Triciapam) of Hellertown, Rachael Tubiello (Shawn) of Springtown and Heidi Torgerson (Brent Schadler) of Barto; brother: LaVerne Torgerson (Delores) of Lacrosse, WI; grandchildren: Shawn, Sam, Kelsey, Madeleine, Jack, Ben, Justin, Alex and Elliott. Services: Family and friends are invited to call 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc. 326 Main Street, Hellertown and 11 - 12 p.m. Friday at St. John the Baptist RC Church, 4050 Durham Rd., Ottsville followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 p.m. The interment will conclude services at St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Ottsville. Online expressions of sympathy can be recorded at: www.heintzelmancares.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, donations made payable to St. John's Garden Club for the construction of an Infinity Fountain.

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 7, 2014.

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Michael Alan Wallsten

October 25, 2025

I WORKED FOR THIS FINE MAN 1975-78 AT LEHIGH DAIRY. WONDERFUL BOSS AND FRIEND. GAVE ME A FINE POODLE PUP WHEN I HAD TO MOVE ON.

MIKE WALLSTEN

August 25, 2023

HI LIZ, I WORKED FOR FRAN 1975-78 AT LEHIGH VALLEY. GOOD FRIENDS, GREAT MAN. AND THANKS FOR THE GIFT OF THE MINI POODLE PUPPY EARLE BRANDIS ("BRANDY") THAT WAS A LOVING FRIEND FOR MY WIFE AND I FOR MANY YEARS. BEST WISHES TO YOUR FAMILY. --- MIKE WALLSTEN, NOW BACK IN WISCONSIN.

Linda Hanson Stolhanske

January 27, 2015

I knew Francis in Richland Center when we were in high school together. For some reason, his image (as he was then) came to me about the time he died--I remember his smile well. As another friend mentioned, he was intelligent, kind, helpful, trustworthy and sharing--even as a teenager!

Mary Van Treeck

January 11, 2015

Mary and Joe van treeck 12-17-2014

Liz, We just heard about Fran tonight. I am so sad for you having this happen at this time of year. Your SECO friends will remember Fran forever as a man of quality and integrity. Once we got him loosened up, he was a hoot on Daytona Beach every summer! Those memories we will carry forever! God Bless you and your family during this difficult time. Hugs...Mary and Joe

Joe Van Treeck

January 11, 2015

Joe and Mary Van Treeck 12-17-2014

Dear Liz and Family,

It was our pleasure and good fortune to meet Fran and Liz, spendimg many quality times at meetings around the country. Most noteably our summer rendeavous on the beachs of Daytona. Fran was very intellegent and equally sharing of his knowledge to those who would seek him out. He is a great example of how to be kind, helpful,and trustworthy in all actions and deeds. We were beneficiaries of his kindness and caring. May the Lord bless and keep you wrapped in His love as you celebrate Fran's life, recover from his passing and move on with yours. Love

December 31, 2014

Dear Liz and Family- I just said to Chris we didn't hear from you this Christmas. We are so sorry to hear why. We always loved being your neighbors. Chris and Johanna Snyder

December 15, 2014

Liz and Family,
So sad to hear of Fran's passing. I had the honor of working for and with Fran for many years at Hood and will miss him greatly.
My thoughts are with you.
Diane Manganaro

Gene & Jody Parris

December 11, 2014

Liz and family: Jody and I send our deepest sympathies to you all. We will sure miss Fran, but we know that although he is absent from the body, he is present with the Lord! We will miss his kind, gentle and helpful spirit in our neighborhood. May the Lord be your comfort always!

Anita DeFrehn Melvin

December 10, 2014

Dear Liz and Family: So sorry to read the sad news of your loss. I worked with Fran at the Lehigh Valley Dairy many years ago. He was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless. Anita

December 9, 2014

As others have written, the picture of Fran is the Fran that I have known and admired for many years. Fran was an extremely dedicated man to his work and even more so to his family. A man to be respected and emulated by others. It seems that everyone at Hood knew Fran…... A Hood icon. I will miss him greatly.
My sympathies go out to his family and friends.
Paul Fleming

Linda Arnowitt

December 9, 2014

Liz
So sorry to hear of the passing of Fran. He was such a kind, nice man. Will surely miss seeing him walk the neighborhood. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

December 8, 2014

Dear Liz and family:
So very sorry to hear about the death of Fran. I know you had a wonderful marriage. We offer our sympathy and prayers to you and your family. Shirley & LeRoy Sutton

December 8, 2014

Dear Liz, Rachael and families,
My thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you! How blessed you all are to have shared so many loving, lasting memories together. Words cannot express how very saddened I am for all of you.
Much love, Linda McBride

David Crowley

December 8, 2014

Sorry to hear the news about Fran. I worked with him on various projects at HP Hood over the years. The photo the family chose is ideal, it is how I remember him > a bright outlook and a great smile. He will be missed. Dave C.

Chris DuPlantis

December 8, 2014

With a heavy heart, I say farewell to my friend of many years. We worked together in Winchester since the inception of the plant. Always a smiling face, optimistic and had a very positive way with all he associated. He will be deeply missed by many. RIP Fran.

Doreen

December 8, 2014

My sympathies to Fran's wife, family and friends. He will be missed by all and I will miss him dropping by to visit each time he was in our Lynnfield office.

Tina Laughlin

December 8, 2014

Liz & Family - My heart is so hurt to hear of Fran's passing. I will miss his visits to Winchester. I have a lot to owe Fran, including a career at Hood that began 15 years ago - along with the wealth of knowledge he shared to those who were willing to learn. I enjoyed working with him and sharing stories of family, vacations and all the pictures he would proudly show. His love for Liz, his children & the grands is what comes to mind when I think of Fran. What a joy it was to know such a wonderful man. My love, thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this time.

Sherry Dye

December 8, 2014

He will surely be missed here, He was always very nice & good hearted person to us here in Winchester, VA. He always brought us in Munchkins from Dunkin Donuts

Bob Ware

December 8, 2014

I am deeply saddened upon hearing of your loss. My deepest sympathy to your entire family. I myself will miss Fran greatly as he was a good friend.
Bob Ware

Jim Marcinelli

December 8, 2014

I am so saddened to hear of Fran's passing. I worked with Fran for many years. He was excellent at what he did. A gentleman who was a leader with a sharp mind in a difficult industry. I will miss him & regret I can no longer learn from him.

My deepest sympathies to Liz & family who he spoke of often.

RIP Fran.

Theresa Bresten

December 8, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Fran's wife and family. We have never met but I have worked with Fran for many years and he was one of the "good" ones. I admired his knowledge, enthusiasm, pragmatism, team spirit and his tenacity. When he talked about his family, his face would light up and he smiled with pride and affection. The photo you have selected is great - that is how I will remember him, that wonderful smile. Thanks for sharing him with us at Hood! Theresa Bresten

Pam and Jim Young

December 8, 2014

Liz, Rachael and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May God's love help to ease your pain in this difficult time.
Pam and Jim Young

December 7, 2014

Liz and children,
My deepest sympathy on your loss of your loving husband and devoted father.
Arlene Robbins

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