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Frank DeJong Obituary
Francis "Frank" W. DeJong, 77, passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2012 at Appleton Medical Center. Frank was born on January 11, 1935 to Jacob and Mary (Brooks) DeJong in Freedom. He graduated from the Freedom High School in 1952 and St. Norbert College in 1956 where he excelled in football. On April 25, 1970 he was united in marriage to Joyce Gogolewski, and they spent 42 wonderful years together. Frank was an accountant for several firms until his retirement in 2002. He was a co-founder of the Freedom Athletic Association and umpired many games in the Freedom area. Frank was an avid bowler, golfer and fisherman and a Packer fan. He also enjoyed playing cards and dominos. Most of all Frank loved spending time with his family and friends at the cottage in Pound or attending his grandchildren's sporting events. He was also a volunteer at the Oconto Falls Hospital.
Frank is survived by his wife Joyce, three sons; Greg (Tracy) DeJong, Kaukauna, Jeff DeJong, Kaukauna, and Steven (Billie Jo) DeJong, Freedom, six grandchildren, Tia, Lili, Jayce, Kristen, Brittney and Danielle, a sister Betty Hietpas, brothers-in-law, Ken Romenesko, and Bob (Mary) Gogolewski, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings; Rosie Romenesko, Corneal DeJong, and Ardene (Ed) Welhouse, and a brother-in-law Don Hietpas.
The funeral liturgy for Frank will be held on Monday, December 17, 2012 at 11:00 AM at HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 309 Desnoyer St., Kaukauna with Fr Tom Pomeroy officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the Church on Monday, December 17, 2012 from 9:00 AM until the time of the Mass.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com. The family would like to thank the paramedics and medical staff at Appleton Medical Center and all of the family and friends for their support during this difficult time.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jerome and Carol Fritsch
December 8, 2020
Jerry and I are old neighbors living in Pound area on the side by side lakes of Lee and Underwood, and met Frank and Joyce several times walking or at Romy's, and want to send our thoughts and prayers for Frank and his family. Jerome and Carol Fritsch, Underwood Lake, Pound, WI
Jo Ann Randerson
January 9, 2013
Dear DeJong Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will miss seeing and chatting with Fritz summers at Sunday Mass in Suring. He was my Uncle Sherman's lifelong friend, so always held a place in my heart. What a wonderful person. I will keep you and Fritz in my thoughts and prayers.
December 17, 2012
Sending my condolences to Greg and family members. God Bless your family' mother' and brothers in your time of greif Emil Schroeder
December 17, 2012
Dear Joyce, and Family,
We will miss Frank. We will miss looking out over the lake (Lee Lake) and seeing him sitting in the boat with you fishing at your favorite fishing hole. We will miss seeing him on his walks around the lake and that smile and wave he always gave as we went by. We will miss his voice echoing over the lake as he said hello or good morning to us on the opposite shore.
With Sympathy and Love,
Mike and Susan Luebke
Donna Weyers
December 17, 2012
Condolences to the family. Enjoyed the dominoes games.
Bruce Moriarty
December 17, 2012
Greg and family, so very sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in each other & your great memories and stories that you share. Sincerely, Bruce Moriarty and the Neenah Volleyball Program.
Kate Larsh (Gogolewski)
December 16, 2012
As I open up this page, it took my breath away to see the smile we were always greeted with. I can still hear his voice and laughter. So many great memories of growing up with an uncle (God parent) who has truly blessed my life and so many others.
December 16, 2012
Steve and BJ.
Our sincere condolences to you, your mother and your entire family. We have been and will continue to pray for all of you...
Perry, Stephanie, Phoebe & Abigail Bovee
December 15, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to you Joyce and family. Treasure the wonderful memories. The Freedom High Alumni Association. Pat Rickert Bacon
December 14, 2012
Dear Joyce, and family,
So sorry to learn of Frank's passing. He was a wonderful neighbor, a true gentle man, and will be missed.
-- Margo Stewart
Nancy & Randy Smith
December 14, 2012
Joyce and Family, so sorry to hear of your loss, he will be truely missed, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this time, may all of his wonderful memories carry you thru the rough times. Take Care!!!
December 14, 2012
Joyce and family, so very sorry to hear of your loss. He will truly be missed. If there is anything we can do for you guys, please let us know.
Daryl and Darlene
Tim & Barb
December 14, 2012
Steve & BJ, we are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I know it is so hard. Our hearts are with you. we will be praying for your mom & you & your family....The LORD is with you..
December 14, 2012
My condolences to the family and especially you Jeff. I didn't know Frank that well but he seemed like a good guy. Jerry Eichman
December 14, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 14, 2012
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty and Carl Evers
Jerome and Carol Fritsch
December 14, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Frank's sudden death. We send our love, sympathy and prayers to Joyce and the family. Such a nice person. He will be greatly missed up here in our neighborhood by Lee and Underwood Lakes. God bless you all. Jerry and Carol Fritsch
Diane Hietpas, Thomson
December 14, 2012
Uncle Fritz, you will be missed. You were a kind and gentle man. While we will no longer be able to touch your hands, you will forever touch our hearts. RIP
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