Francis J. Larie's Obituary
Francis J. Larie, age 101, passed away peacefully at Mercy Medical Center secure in the love of his family on Thursday, November 4, 2021.
Francis was born in Oshkosh to Nicholas and Theresa (nee Marx) Larie on December 15, 1919.
He married the light and love of his life, Lorraine Hollub on January 30, 1943. They valued family most of all and, together, created a warm and loving home for their 5 children.
Francis served as an aircraft mechanic in the Army Air Corps during WWII. After a 40-year career, he retired from Universal Foundry where he developed expertise in metallurgy.
Francis had a broad range of interests, hobbies and a keen mind with a passion for learning throughout his life. Whether his home, boat, cars or any number of projects, his mechanical aptitude and creativity resulted in practical solutions and often a touch of whimsy. Of his many hobbies, Francis delighted at being best known as a fisherman whose fish-frys were always a special treat.
Blessed with the gift of gab and an indelible spirit, Francis loved sharing his wisdom and experiences with others.
His ready smile, inquisitive nature, quick wit and congenial personality touched many lives even to the very end.
He and Lorraine had a wide circle of friends including their pinochle gang and square dancing group. In retirement they enjoyed spending time with family and friends and traveling, especially to their timeshare in Eagle River. Indeed his life was well-lived.
In addition to his parents, Francis was preceded in death by his wife, Lorraine; son, Daniel Larie; his brothers Lawrence and George Larie; sister in law Gloria Larie; in-laws Herman and Emma Hollub; bothers in-law Harold, Russell and Kenneth Hollub.
He is survived, and his memory will be cherished, by his daughters, Kathy (Darrell) McGill of Oshkosh, Karen (Robert) Tiddens of Castle Pines, Co; Kris (Jeffrey) Driessen of Murietta, CA and son, Kenneth (Annette) Larie of Oshkosh. He is further survived by 9 grandchildren: David Winkelbauer(significant other Liza Fischel); Sara (Jason) Krings and their children Cole and Ryan; Hunter (Lex) Tiddens and their daughter, Brookelynne; Jordan (Will) Hunt and their son William; Alex Driessen; Adam (Kayla) Driessen;
Janelle (Jeremy) Galica and their children Evan, Ivy and Olive; Grant (Denielle) Larie and their son Holden; Serena (Alex) Frost; as well as a sister in-law, Earline Hollub and numerous extended relatives.
Friends and family may call at Poklasny Funeral Home, 870 W. South Park Avenue, Oshkosh for time of remembrance on Wednesday, November 24th from 5pm-7pm with a Eulogy at 6pm.
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