Frans Eliason

Frans and Ellie were both welcoming hosts to a random friend of Cinda's (me). I was privileged to stay in Arizona with them for a sunny spring break. I enjoyed reading Frans's memoir. He also challenged me to a tennis match and beat me (I'm half his age). Cinda and family, you are very fortunate to have had this man as a leader of your family!

Frans was, in the times I had the privilege of spending with him, always welcoming and showed a genuine interest in his guests. I remember the fun he and Ellie provided for us in Green Lake. I have no doubt that he was a successful businessman and father based what I saw . God will no doubt give him the blessings he has earned in heaven for having been a faithful and loving caregiver to his wife as well.

My dad, Bruce W. Seeds, worked for Frans at NN back in the '60s, '70s and '80s. To me and my three siblings growing up in Brookfield, Frans Eliason was a name we'd hear mentioned at the dinner table. I don't know that we kids ever met him, but I know Dad liked Frans. On behalf of my dad (who died in '05), my mom Sue, my brother, and my sisters, we wish only happy memories to Ellie and the Eliason family.

We couldn't agree more with the positive thoughts of Frans. We all felt Frans treated everyone the same, with the most sincere positive interaction. He also remembered many details of our family when we would get together, know matter how much time had past. He will be extremely missed by all......Matt & Margie Chorski

I'm sure that Dr. Donald Ausman was in line to welcome Frans into heaven and they are either discussing insurance or medicine right now. Because of that relationship, I have lost a good friend. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Zetzman

From the first introduction as new neighbors in Brookfield in the '60's, the Stayers and Eliasons built a long lasting and memory filled friendship. Frans was always a willing, cheerful, helpful friend and always considerate. He would call just to say Happy Veteran's Day to a fellow vet, or a "come on over and share some time with us". Always thinking of others, he took such joy in his family. His good humor created some of our best stories to tell our friends.. such as reminding John while...

I was so sorry to hear of Franz' unexpected death. He was a regular morning visitor at "The Grocery Bag" when Jim and I were owners and operators. Ellie shared with me some of her prized Annabelle Hydrangea which I enjoy to this day. And most recently, Franz always had a welcoming word as I set foot in the Thrasher Opera House.
Franz made a huge impact on Green Lake, involving himself in the community and making every person he met feel special. Green Lake will miss him.