Robert Frandle

Bob Frandle, 83, Austin, entered his eternal home on August 31, 2018, lifted by the love of family and friends who were with him in person or in spirit during the days of his final, brave battle. Bob is survived by his wife of 59 years, Barbara Frandle, Austin; son Troy Frandle, Farmington, MN; grandchildren Ryan Frandle (London Kinney), Savage, MN; Amber (Mike) Olson Noblesville, IN; Jayson Frandle, Gladstone, MI; and great-grandchildren Nevan Frandle, and Bryce, Marcus and Hayden Olson. He is also survived by siblings Eileen Majerus, Tom (Rita) Frandle, and Jim (Doris) Frandle, all of Austin, and Richard Frandle, Viroqua, WI. He also leaves behind many extended family members who love and miss him. Bob was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Irene (Muzyk) Frandle, and sisters Janet Caron and Helen Roe. Robert Frank Frandle was born in Blue Earth, Minnesota, on May 15, 1935. His family later moved to Austin, where Bob graduated from St. Augustine High School (now Pacelli). Following graduation, Bob joined the Army and spent part of his enlistment stationed in Hawaii. While there, he sent letters back home telling about the beautiful beaches and pretty girls there, but it turned out that it was a Minnesota girl who captured his heart. Bob married Barb Wacholtz in 1959, and their son, Troy, was born the next year. Bob was a hard worker, and he spent many years working at Hormel, as well as helping his father-in-law with his roofing business and rental properties. Over the years, Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, golf, growing vegetables, and being outdoors. In his later years, he especially loved going to rummage sales and finding special “treasures” for his loved ones, things he knew they collected or thought they’d enjoy. He made great horseradish and the best popcorn, and he shared both. He was a kind, friendly man with a big heart. Bob had a great sense of humor, and he took great pride in his Norwegian heritage, two things which seemed to fit together well. Bob and his siblings spent the past several years passing on their lefse making skills to the next generation during the Annual Frandle Family Lutefisk and Lefse Extravaganza. Each year, Bob peeled up to 50 pounds of potatoes for the event. And -- he actually liked lutefisk! Most of all, Bob’s greatest joy was in being with family and friends. You could always count on Bob coming in with a smile and a joke, wearing his Uff Da or other favorite hat. And, you could always count on a hug and a “love you” when you parted ways with him. We are left with fond, sweet memories and his love that lives on in those who knew him. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at noon on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Service Information

Visitation

Thursday, September 6 2018
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Queen of Angels Catholic Church
1001 Oakland Avenue East
Austin MN 55912

Funeral Service

Thursday, September 6 2018
12:00 PM

Queen of Angels Catholic Church
1001 Oakland Avenue East
Austin MN 55912