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1930
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2016
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Frank Schirmer Obituary
Frank was born Aug. 23, 1930 in Dansville, a son of Norbert Benno and Rose Matilda (Schimdt) Schirmer. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict from 1949 to 1951. He married Laura Bovee on Aug. 9, 1952; she predeceased him on Jan. 27, 1999.
He was a retired groundskeeper for Craig Developmental Center in Sonyea. In addition to his parents and wife, he was also predeceased by a grandson, Michael Schirmer and a sister, Katherine Wilson.
Frank was a member of the Dansville Fish & Game Club, the Canaseraga American Legion, the NRA (National Rifle Association) and the NWTF (National Wild Turkey Foundation).
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing Euchre, camping and gardening, but most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends.
Frank is survived by his children, Donald F. Schirmer, Larry E. (Connie) Schirmer, Christine L. Schirmer (Butch McKibben) and Steven N. (Tracy) Schirmer; step-son, Jeffrey L. Rider; five grandchildren, Donald, Colby, Brock, Caitlin and Jonathan Schirmer; his sister, Joan Belanger; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call 1-4 p.m., Monday at the Chamberlin-Baird Funeral Home, 73 Main St., Dansville, where funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday. Burial with full military honors will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Perkinsville.
Contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Condolences to the family at www.bairfuneralhomes.com
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Yolanda Rose
July 24, 2016
Yolanda Rose sends her prayers to Frank's Family
Sister Yolanda and Father Frank and Sister Sandra many fun memories at Mount Morris Rehab that will not be forgotten.
Boyd/Linda Brokaw
July 5, 2016
We are sorry to hear of Franks passing, he will be greatly missed. Linda and I are out of town but Frank is in our thoughts and prayers. Keep the faith during these trying times.
Sandra Lynn Maloney
July 4, 2016
Frank is in Heaven playing euchre calling diamonds as trump. He will be missed.
Love A friend always,
Sandra J Maloney and
Pat and Ilse Falkenstein
July 3, 2016
Chris and Family, So sorry we can't be with you at this time of sorrow. Frank will be missed dearly. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
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