" Dear Arlene,We were so sorry to hear about Frank.We want to send our deepest sympathy,we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.He was a special person,we'll really miss him. Your friends Roger&Patti"
In loving memory of
Frank J. Prochaska
May 19, 1938 - April 28, 2009
FRANK J. PROCHASKA
Mr. Frank Prochaska, of Highway O in the Town of Saukville, passed away unexpectedly at Columbia St. Mary’s Ozaukee Campus in Mequon early Tuesday morning, April 28, 2009. He was 70 years old. Frank was born in Port Washington on May 19, 1938, son of Frank R. and Susan E. Blong Prochaska. After graduating from Port Washington High School with the Class of 1956, he married his high school sweetheart, Ms. Arlene Templeman. The couple was united in marriage at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on August 23, 1958. Frank was employed as an assembler with American Motors Corp., currently Chrystler Corp., working out of the Milwaukee and Kenosha plants. He retired after 30 years in 1988. Mr. Prochaska was a former member of Grand Ave. United Methodist Church and the UAW Union, and had recently become a member of the International Order of Moose. Frank and Arlene wintered in Florida for the last twelve years, staying the last six winters in the Zephyr Hills area. Frank was an enthusiastic fan of the Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers, and also enjoyed bowling, fishing, hunting, playing sheepshead and shuffle- board. Mostly, however, he liked spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Arlene, of the Town of Saukville, their four children: John (Lori) Prochaska of Saukville, Robert (Karen) Prochaska of Newton, Steven (Ruth) Prochaska of Saukville, and Rhonda (Ron) Dickson, also of Saukville, 16 grandchildren, 4 step-grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and 7 step-great-grandchildren. He is further survived by 1 brother, Paul (Barb) Prochaska , 2 sisters: Carol (“Spike”) Heniadis and Lois (Roger) Galler, all of Port Washington, 3 brothers-in-law “Wilbert (Sue) Templeman of Shawano, Larry Templeman of Oostburg and Herbert Templeman of Port Washington, and 7 sisters-in-law: Elenora Roos of Cedar Grove, Pat (John) Larson of Shawano, Sharon (Dennis) Lastovich of Grafton, Linda Pannier of Cedar Grove, Wanda (Allan) Keller of the Town of Grafton, Bonnie (George) Pachner of Fredonia and Christine (Phil) Buchmann of Howards Grove, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents Frank R. and Susan Prochaska, his grandson Nicholas Prochaska, his parents-in-law Elmer and Marie Templeman, and 2 brothers-in-law Duane and Craig Templeman. At his request, no services will be held. The Eernisse Funeral Home in Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .
Tributes
"Auntie Arlene & Family...my heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time! Uncle Frank was always there for me--especially after my Daddy went to be with the Lord. I will always love and cherish my memories with him. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful family. We Love You! Pam, Kevin, Nicole & Josh"
"I love you and miss you."
"Arlene: Thank you for sharing with me, enjoyed the photos.Know God is looking after Frank and you as well. God bless you on your new path in life.I especially appreciate the visits we had when you came West. Take care and be brave. Anytime I am here to lend a ear. Shirley"
"Sorry to hear about your loss.You have our deeoest sympathy."
"We send our condolences in the death of your loved one. Sincerely, The Farrells"
"We send our condolences in the death of your loved one. Sincerely, The Farrells"
" Dear Arlene and Family We were so chocked when we heard about Frank death. We want to offer you and your Family our deepest condoleances. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May GOD give you the strenght to survive that tragedy. Your Friends from MAJESTIC OAKS. LOVE RAY AND JACQUIE GOUR"
"I am sorry to hear that Frank has passed away. I will always remember him as a good person with a big heart."
"Dear Arlene & family.We were so shocked.Our sincere concolences.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Frank will be missed.Jimmy & Adeline"
"Arlene and Family, We were so very sorry to hear about the passing of Frank. We were so very happy to be at your 50th Anniversary and to see you both.All of you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time of healing. Love, Roger & Linda Rose (cousin of Arlene)"
"Arlene, We were so shocked when we heard about Frank. It seems like yesterday that we were shuffling with him. I hope that you may find a way to come back to Majestic Oaks next year. We are so sorry for your loss, and will keep you in our thoughts, as you have been for the last three days. Love, Bob and Carol Javon"
"My uncle frankie will alswys be missed."
"Words can not express the loss I feel of loosing my big brother. In my heart I know you are now at peace and in a better place. I will always remember the wonderful times we did have, you will always be in my heart."
"You will be miss by Your Brother and me. When we play cards who will yell at me for playing the wrong cardes. Will miss you very much. Barb , your sister in law."
" I knew Frank for most of the last 47 years,as I married his sister Carol. My view of Frank was that of a gentle man who possessed a provocative and mischievous sense of humor. In my mind this made him a fun man to be around. Carol and I were at his bedside during his final hours and witnessed an outpouring of love that any man would cherish as a crowning achievement of a life well lived. His wife Arlene and daughter Rhonda being a constant comfort throughout his three day and night passing was emotionally moving and made me feel that Frank knew he was well loved. All throughout his final hours the genuine display of love from all of his children, his grandchildren, brother, sisters and friends is testament to a life well lived. Frank, be at peace forever in Gods heavenly kingdom and know that your memory will fondly go on forever in the love ones you've left behind. Sincerely, your friend & Brother-in-Law, Spike "
"Your passing will leave a forever void in my heart but that emptiness will never take over the memories. You were always supportive for Bob and I and I will forever be thankful for that. Thank you for making me laugh and keeping me on my toes (all the time), I will miss that the most. God Bless You. "
"Dear Aunt Arlene: I am so sorry to here about Uncle Frank. He was a loving and caring Uncle to us. I have very special memories of him after my dad died. His bar was always open to us. I am so glad we got the opportunity to see him last summer at the anniversary party. My Love and Prayers are with you and the kids. Love Andy, Debbie and Robert"
"Our toughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your friends Pauline & Marcel"
"Thank you for putting up with the years of my drumming for hours at a time, with only encouraging words and never a complaint. Thank you for standing by me with every mis-step I've taken in life and knowing I'd be okay. Thank you for giving me the courage to go for what I want in life and not worry what others think. Thank you for the last 9 years for becoming my closest friend. But most of all, thank you for being my Dad."
"Auntie Arlene & Family Our thoughts & prayers are with you all in this unexpected & difficult time. We have wonderful memories of Uncle Frank and he will be greatly missed. Love, Terry & Amy"
"We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers."
"To Arlene, May memories take some of the sadness from you heart and gently replace it with the warmth of shared moments and the promise Arlene of peace to come. We will miss Frank and his great smile and big heart. Sympathy with love Carl and Nancy Brenn "
"You can breathe easy now grandpa. I miss you and love you every day. Im glad you got to meet your puppy even if it was just for a few days. We'll all take good care of Snickers for you. Thanks for all the great memories and I'll see you again. "
"Hey grandpa the king of cowbells thank you for everything you have done for me. I hope to see you in heaven one day fishing in the river with me. I will always be the cowbell kid with your hat on my head and the memory of you. The Golden Cowbells still Ring in your honor and will still ring in the worst of all situations. With few possesions of yours left I wish I could have fished so many more times with you. You may have died on my birthday, But i still knew you were there with me. I love you forever - Kyle"
"Grampa, I can't believe you're not going to be here this summer, I love you so much, I miss you. Everytime I watch a western or sci-fi, I'll think of you, or see a gold cowbell. :) I don't even know who to text anymore. I'll see you someday again I know, until then I know you'll always be in my heart. Love you always. Thanks for being the best Grampa in the whole world. love you grampa."
"Grandpa, I wanted to thank you for always being there for me. I have learned a ton from you and i wouldnt be the person i am today without you. I love you so much and always will. Our birthday wont be the same without you here, but i know you will be with me in spirit. "
"My Daddy,my friend, the one I depend on. You have always been there for me,loved and supported me. I love and miss you, and could never forget the world's most wonderful Daddy,and Grandpa."