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Frank GIESEN Obituary
Frank Edward Giesen, Sr., age 88, of Austin, passed away on June 1, 2014. He was born on October 3, 1925 in Austin, Texas to Francis Edward and Marie (Rankin) Giesen. He served his country during World War II in the Navy and was honorably discharged in 1946. He worked for Western Electric Company, retiring after 36 years of employment. He loved to travel, study genealogy, and enjoyed hunting and being outdoors.
Mr. Giesen is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Betty, and his son, Frank, Jr. He is survived by his sons, Guy and wife Dona Giesen of Austin and Don and wife Cyndi Giesen of Austin; grandchildren, Jason and wife Rhonda Giesen, Nicole and husband Charles Harvey, David and wife Rebecca Giesen, and Lisa and husband Zac Ponds; step-grandchildren, Clint Bradford, Melanie Givens, and Stephanie McVey; and great-grandchildren, Mackenzie and Preslee Giesen, Weston Harvey, William Giesen, and Zoey and Vincent Ponds.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home in Pflugerville. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014 at the funeral home chapel. He will be laid to rest at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels.
Please visit Mr. Giesen's memorial at www.cookwaldencapitalparks.com
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Debra Howard
June 5, 2014
Stephanie, please know that Nate and I are praying for you and your family and wish you peace in knowing that your grandfather is in God's care now. Be comforted knowing that you have memories- fond recollections of special occasions and everyday things. I know your father will miss the special time he enjoyed with your grandfather each morning when they had breakfast together. These type of memories are signs that loved ones remain near in spirit. I am glad you were able to spend time with your grandfather and family during your recent visit. I smile when I think of the special stories that you have shared with me. May warm memories continue to bring you comfort. Love Debra & Nate Howard
Scott Hickman
June 4, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barbara Bond Prellop
June 4, 2014
Your dad was so kind. I remember when dad died and your dad was already having trouble getting around, he came to the house with a ham for us. I thought to myself Betty would have been so proud. Your family is strong because of the values your mom and dad taught you. Be consoled that they are together in a much better place. Draw your strength from one another and the one up above.
Lee Ann Malina Fisk
June 3, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers
Pat O'Neill
June 3, 2014
I'm sorry to read about Frank's passing, he was a good man. I went to work for Western Electric right after high school at age 18 and worked with both Frank and Frank Jr. many times over the years. Frank was very tolerant and patient with all of us young guys who thought we knew it all. I learned a lot from him over the years. I feel very fortunate that Frank was part of my life.
Cyndi Giesen
June 3, 2014
" I love you Dad and will always remember what a great Dad you are. I miss you, but now you are with Mom.
Cyndi Giesen
June 3, 2014
I love you Dad and will always remember what a great Dad you are. I miss you!
Dona Giesen
June 2, 2014
I Love You Pawpaw!
June 2, 2014
So sorry to hear of his passing. Know he is in a better place. My prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Love, Gaye Close Aaron
Kathy Waligore
June 2, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Giesen's passing. I have many good memories of both Frank and Betty from the neighborhood. Mike and I are thinking of your family and send our sympathies.
Mike and Kathy (Gorin) Waligore.
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10:00 a.m.
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