Frank J. Priesgen

Frank J. Priesgen obituary, Hartford, WI

Frank J. Priesgen

Frank Priesgen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shimon Funeral Home on Nov. 15, 2024.
Frank J. Priesgen, age 74, of Hartford, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.
Frank was born on September 29, 1950, to parents Peter and Iris (nee Gurendt) Priesgen, in Hartford, WI. He was united in marriage to Mary Zimmermann on October 25, 1969, in Hartford.
Frank enjoyed watching westerns and wrestling. He was an amazing gardener and loved flowers. Frank will be remembered for being generous and compassionate to his neighbors, family and friends.
Frank is survived by his siblings, Linda (Fred) Zabel, Wesley (Diane) Priesgen Sr., Diane Priesgen, Tammy (John) Kirmse, and Jesse Priesgen. He is further survived by cherished nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 38 years, Mary Priesgen, and his parents, Peter and Iris Priesgen.
A Funeral Service for Frank will be held on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Shimon Funeral Home (824 Union St., Hartford, WI 53027). Family will greet relatives and friends from 9:30 am until the start of service at 11:30 am. Interment will immediately follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery (1185 W Sumner St., Hartford, WI 53027).
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