Frank A. Skonie
June 14, 1928 - November 03, 2014
Obituary
Skonie, Frank A.
MADISON–Frank A. Skonie, passed away on Monday, Nov. 3, 2014. He was born on June 14, 1928, in Hofa Park, Wis., the son of John and Clara (Brusky) Skonieczy. Frank graduated from Pulaski High School and then went on to the UW-Madison graduating in 1950. He married Delores Legrey on Oct. 28, 1950, at St. Raphael’s Cathedral. Frank was an officer in the Army, who proudly served on three different occasions, the last time during the Berlin Crises. He was an MP, Paratrooper and worked in Army Intelligence for several years. He worked for Lucey Realty and then started his own firm, Norway Realty. One of Frank’s dreams became a realty in 1978, when he built the Country Mill, a local bar and dance hall in Madison. He was an amateur playwright, writer and reporter for the Polka News. Frank had a fun life playing cards, dancing, golfing, fishing and being with his grandchildren. Frank is survived by five children, Greg (Maureen) Skonie, Pam (Rick) Anderson, Cindy (Dave) Pittman, Elizabeth Stofflet and Jon Skonie; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers, David (Betty) Karr and Edwin Karr. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Delores; a brother, John (Geri) Skonetch; and two sisters-in-law, Elaine Leytem and Joyce Karr. A funeral service will be held at BURKE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 5720 Portage Rd., Madison, at 11 a.m., on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2014, with the Rev. Robert Neubert presiding. Burial will follow at Burke Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Visitation
Wed Nov 5, 2014 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Thu Nov 6, 2014 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Burke Lutheran Church (Madison) • 5720 Portage Road, Madison, WI null
Photos
No photos of Frank have been shared yet.
Memories
C
Cindy
Other •
Dad,
Jon, Dave and I were talking about you tonight with fun and loving memories. Remember the time you and Jon came over to my house to clean up the snake I had mowed over. Dad and brother to the rescue! Thanks, Cindy
A
April
Other •
You were a wonderful grandpa. You were always so sweet to me. I liked when you would get your marionette puppet out and play with me. I have so many good memories of you. I will miss you so much. I love you grandpa frank.
DR
Dick and Sylvia Reinholdt
Other •
When Title Research Corp. and Norway Reality were still in business, we always loved Frank coming in the office. Lots of conversations about Polka Fests, Polka masses in Bevent and all the fun he had going to dances. Dick Reinholdt [owner of TRC] was from Stevens Point, so we always looked forward to Frank coming in. We haven't been in business since 2007. What a great man to remember!!
Our sympathy, Dick and Sylvia Reinholdt
DS
Deb Sumter
Other •
I only had the pleasure of knowing you for 10 years, but you did make me feel welcome to the family in those 10 years. I especially loved how you always had a special present or treat for Morgan making her feel special and loved. You two got along so good. I bet your in heaven taking lots of pictures like you loved to do here. Rest now Grandpa knowing you were loved. Love ya!!!
C
Cindy
Other •
Hi Dad. I hope you liked your funeral. We tried to make it special for you. April said it felt like you were there. Deb and Morgan danced a polka for you at the luncheon. Even little Violet danced one. There were many people that came and celebrated you and your life here on this Earth. The Military Honor Service was touching with the 21 gun salute and the "Taps". We'll all miss you Dad. Love ya! Your daughter, Cindy