Frank J. Dorman

Frank J. Dorman age 94, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at Gundersen Health System, La Crosse. He was Born on October 26, 1921 in Podgoria, Austria. Son of the late Frank and Josephine (Biegelbauer) Dorman . Beloved husband of the late Roma (Schwenke) Dorman for over 50 years. Loving father of James Dorman, Dennis (Ellie) Dorman and Penny (Kurt) Schutt. Cherished grandfather of Heather (Camron) Monroe, Marc (Suzanne) Schutt, David (Jamie) Dorman, James Dorman (deceased) , Jennifer (Matthew) Entwistle, and Kristin Schutt. Loving brother of the late Mary (Lester) Andrade. Dear Uncle to Thomas (Denise) Andrade, Sandra (Mitch) Ballard and Craig Andrade. Devoted great grandfather to Tristan, Greyson, Thomas, Joshua, and Maddison.

Frank took pride in his professional accomplishments. He graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology and earned double degrees in Mechanical Engineering (1943) and Industrial Engineering (1954). He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. During World War II, he served as a Radio Technician 2nd Class in the communications detail located deep underground on Oahu, Hawaii.

After the war, he joined the Teletype Corporation as Manufacturing Engineer and retired after 40
years of service. He rose to Department Chief at Teletype and engineered the production lines for several major products. Teletype equipment was the backbone of military and commercial communications during his time there.

He raised his family in Norridge, Illinois, but also lived in Plainfield, Illinois after his children were grown and married. During his last 4 years he relocated to La Crosse, Wisconsin living at Eagle Crest, a wonderful assisted living facility. There he enjoyed many activities including singing in the choir. He also loved fishing on the dock, time on the river, and a good game of cards.

Frank led a full and rich life. He was involved in family activities, a variety of outdoor sports including golfing and skiing, dancing with Roma, travel in the US and abroad, and Church every Sunday. But of course, he will always be remembered as the good father, grandfather and uncle that he was. He took great pride in the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren. He always said that the happiest of times were when he was with his family. He loved them all dearly, each and every one.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30am on Monday, March 28, 2016 at the Roncalli Newman Center, La Crosse. Rev. Peter Raj will officiate. Military rites following the Mass will be provided by the Roy Vingers American Legion Post 52 La Crosse. Burial will take place at a later date in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, River Grove, IL. Friends may call on the family Monday morning at the church from 9:30am until the time of services. In lieu of flowers or gifts, a donation to Eagle Crest North or the Roncalli Newman Center would be welcome.