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Roger Frank Obituary
July 20, 2025
Roger Edward Frank, age 77, passed away peacefully with his wife at his side on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at his residence in Barnes, WI. He was born on February 24, 1948 in Montebello, CA, the son of William and Virginia (Johnson) Frank. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Linda Louise Stanwick, on September 18, 1971 in Eau Claire, WI.
Roger proudly served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Navy. He was attached to the US Navy S.T.A.B.S. (Seal Team Assault Boat Squadron) operating in the Mekong River and Grand Canal areas of South Vietnam. He later served with the Army National Guard in Chippewa Falls, WI. For seventeen years he was a troubleshooting engineer for Cray Research in Chippewa Falls, WI. Roger was a lifetime member of the Barnes VFW Post 8329, DAV, NRA and Wisconsin Bowhunters Association. Roger had many passions; you could usually find him in his shop working on anything from electronics, HVAC, woodworking or welding.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Linda of Barnes, WI; his sisters, Kathie (David) Ambers, Jeanne (Elliot) Erickson-Schlimme, Chris (John) Weigeil and Judy Wold; his brothers, James Frank, Joseph Frank, William "Mike" (Mickey) Frank and Steven Frank; nieces and nephews, and many other family and friends. A special thank you to David Schiess and Linda Wekkin for their friendship and help.
In addition to his parents, Roger is preceded in death by his sisters, Paula Frank and Ann Przyblylski, and his brothers, Patrick Frank and John Frank.
A memorial gathering will take place from 1:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at the Eau Claire VFW (#503), 1300 Starr Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703, where military honors will be presented at 2:00 P.M. Interment will be private.
Online condolences may be left at www.bratley-nelsonchapels.com.
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