Photo courtesy of Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth
Frankenmuth, Michigan
Aug 15, 1932 – Jun 28, 2019 (Age 86)
Ralph Frahm
Frankenmuth, MI
Passed away Friday, June 28, 2019 at his home; age 86 years. Ralph was born on August 15, 1932 in Frankenmuth, MI to the late Elmer and Frances Frahm. He honorably served in the U.S. Army. Ralph was married to Marilyn Cusick on June 15, 1957; She survives him. He farmed with his family until 1978 and then worked in the agricultural lending field for Federal Land Bank and PNC Bank until his retirement. Ralph was involved in the Saginaw County Fair all his life, including 49 years in leadership roles.
Ralph was involved in many local, regional and national organizations, including 4-H, Michigan Milk Producers Assn., Michigan Sugar Beet Growers, Dairy Herd Improvement Assn., Saginaw County Board of Commissioners, and Blumfield Township Clerk.
Ralph took great joy in quality dairy cattle of all breeds, and in teaching his sons and grandchildren how to evaluate and judge them. He coached his sons in dairy judging competitions. He spent many years showing Guernsey and Brown Swiss cattle at local, state, national and international competitions.
Surviving besides his wife Marilyn of 62 years are: 3 sons, Ross Frahm of Dorr, MI, Jeff (Karen) Frahm of Frankenmuth MI, Eric (Teresa Crook) Frahm of Frankenmuth, MI, 7 grandchildren; Nate (Amber) Frahm, Kylie Frahm, Amy (Joe) Popek, Pat Frahm, TJ Frahm, Bryce Frahm, Lance Frahm (fiancé Alexana Steck) and nieces and nephews.
Ralph will be missed by many, but he will live on in our hearts and memories forever.
Ralph was preceded in death by a brother, Walter Frahm and a sister, Lillian Ueltschi.
A memorial service will take place on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth, 590 N. Franklin Street. Ralph’s family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday, July 8, 2019 from 2:00 PM till 8:00 PM and on Tuesday from 10:00 AM till 11:00 AM. According to Ralph’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Saginaw Valley Agricultural Association, Saginaw City Rescue Mission or Michigan Dairy Memorial Scholarship.
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I'm so sorry for the loss of this man. He was a very nice and gentle person. While his kids may not always agree, he was very patient when it came to 4-H things. I'll remember him each time I attend a fair...and I ALWAYS go to the "dairy barn". Many fond thoughts of him and all of you Frahms. Peace.
Caroline Ezop
August 05, 2019 | ROYAL OAK, MI | Friend
Mom and I were saddened to read of Ralph's passing. Thank you for your note telling us! I remember being at the Saginaw County Fair with your family like it was yesterday! As others have said, Ralph was generous with his time and knowledge and that was my experience as well. I dont think we have seen your family in over forth years but we remember you and hope the memories of your husband and father will bring you happiness after your sadness.
Jan Beattie and Susan Willits Beattie Recinos
July 14, 2019 | W. Bloomfield, MI | Friend
Will be doing hay this week so won't be able to join you in celebrating Ralph's life. We sure appreciated all the time he spent teaching us what to look for in a good dairy cow while in our 4h days. It was also nice to renew our friendship every Saginaw fair and see his passion for sharing agriculture with everyone May God give everyone comfort in his absence. Mike wardin. Wardin brothers dairy
Mike Wardin
July 08, 2019 | Hemlock, MI
John and I remember Ralph as a friendly man who cared very much about his family. We were young teachers in Frankenmuth where, between the two of us, we had Ross, Jeff, and Eric in our classes. Both Marilyn and Ralph were very kind to and appreciative of both of us. That meant so much to two young people so early in our teaching careers. John recalls having had dinner at the farm with the Frahm family the summer before he met me on staff. I remember the then first grader Eric, along with...
Mary Skoglund
July 07, 2019 | Holland, MI | Acquaintance
Marilyn, we will miss Ralph. My deepest condolences.
- Tim Inman
Tim Inman
July 07, 2019 | SAGINAW, MI
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Craig Schwarzbek
July 07, 2019 | Lowell, MI
My sympathy to the family. Mr. Frahm will be missed dearly. Keep his memories close at heart. Thoughts and prayers.
July 05, 2019
Sorry to loose another fine man from the agriculture industery. My desisted husband, John was very fond of Ralph. God bless the family.
Donna McGill
July 03, 2019 | Saginaw, MI | Friend
Marilyn & Family, So very sorry for your loss it was an honor to have known Ralph I always respected his wisdom and approach to dealing with issues
Ric Rehmann
July 03, 2019 | Saint Charles, MI | Friend
