Franklin Joseph Bachim
February 25, 1926 - November 08, 2020
Obituary
OREGON - Franklin "Frank" Bachim, age 94, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, at William S. Middleton Memorial VA Hospital. He was born on Feb. 25, 1926, in Boscobel, Wis., the son of Franklin and Christine (Stein) Bachim.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Battle of the Bulge and earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service. Franklin married Frieda (Holmes) Bachim on March 16, 1946. He was a hard worker over the years, and at one point in time held three jobs to support his family. He retired from the VA Hospital as a maintenance supervisor.
Frank will be remembered fondly for his kindness, wonderful sense of humor and being a survivor throughout his life. Frank and Frieda enjoyed traveling around the country with their camper and spending time with their family. Frank especially enjoyed telling war stories and collecting miniature model cars. He loved tools and cars. Franklin was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, VFW Post No. 10272 and Disabled American Veterans.
Franklin is survived by his wife of 74 years, Frieda; three sons, Dale (Marilyn) Bachim, Dennis (Dianne ) Bachim, Allen (Merry) Bachim; two daughters, Barbara (William) Ace and Lori Arndt; son-in-law, Ed (Marlene) Webb; 12 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Carol Webb; granddaughter, Nikki Arndt-Jones; brother, Harold (Arlie) Bachim; daughter-in-law, Sherry Bachim; and son-in-law, John Gerald Arndt.
A private family service will be held with burial at Prairie Mound Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park Street
(608) 835-3515
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Funeral Service
Thu Nov 12, 2020 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
St. John 's Lutheran Church (Oregon) • -, -, WI
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Larry and Sandra Anderson
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Our sympathy with hugs and love to Aunt Frieda and cousins in Uncle Frank's death. He lived a long full life. Larry has been talking of all the good memories he has of Uncle Frank. Memories are so special in times like now. May God's peace be with you.
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Dorothy Hill
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Dear Frieda and the Bachim Family. I am so saddened to hear of Frank’s passing. You all have my deepest and heartfelt sympathies. When I worked with Frank at the VA - he made me feel like family - almost like one of his daughters. Such a very good man - and oh the stories we shared! And the shot of Korbel he would throw into my morning coffee! I am so glad I got a chance to talk to Frank and to you Frieda recently. I cherish the memories and have no doubt Carol has welcomed him with open arms into his heavenly reward. Rest In Peace my dear friend. I will miss you very, very much.
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Tammi Alexander, Badger Honor Flight
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The volunteers, flight team and board of Badger Honor Flight mourn the loss of their hero, Franklin Bachim. We are thankful for his military service and proud to have served him on his trip to Washington, D.C. on April 21, 2012.
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Love Seth and Michelle
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Grandpa was such a sweet and amazing man. His stories were timeless & the memories he gave us will forever remain with us in our hearts.
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Dale Bachim
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Shared a photo.
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Margaret Asturias
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My sympathy to the family. I knew Frank from being employed at the Madison VA.