Steven Douglas Frogge

Steven Douglas Frogge obituary

Steven Douglas Frogge

Steven Frogge Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rupp Funeral Home - St. Joseph on Oct. 23, 2025.

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Steven Douglas Frogge, 67, of Saint Joseph Missouri, died Sunday, October 19 at Advanced Care of Saint Joseph. He was born in MO, the second child of 4. He was a highly intelligent world traveler. Steven was a Christian Missionary in Japan, and lived in places like New York and Los Angeles with his former wife, Keiko Tanaka, 68, of Tokyo Japan. He is survived by their son, Daniel Manato Frogge 38 of San Diego, California. He will also be missed by his older brother, William, and his younger sister, Dorothy Kelly and her family, who were present at his passing. Steven was a professor of language and spoke fluent Japanese. He loved to play the piano, a very talented musician in his free time. Steven loved to read, watch his favorite tv shows, and spend time talking with Daniel and go out to see live music. He was a devoted, father, and cherished friend. Steve will be loved and missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Rupp Funeral Home, with Pastor Dave Hugger officiating. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com.

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