RACINE – Mr. Frank Francis Bellovary, 92, passed away peacefully, the morning of Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Frank was born in Gary, Indiana on November 5, 1916 to Joseph & Anna (nee:Galvacsky) Bellovary. Frank married his true love Flora Antoinette Rago on February 1, 1941 at St. Lucy’s Catholic Church, where he has been a longtime member. He was employed at JI Case for 32 years retiring in 1975. He was a member of the Case 20 Year Club, Local 180 Retirees, Senior Advantage and the Lucyioners He was an avid gardener, loved his birds and was a fantastic cook (Best darn “Johnny-cakes” in town!). Frank is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Flora, their three children, Joyce (Paul) Schenkenberg of Madison; Dorothy (William) Bushell of Racine and Frank D. Bellovary & Cathy Bellovary of Waukesha; nine grandchildren, Rebecca McCulloch, Scott (Debra) Schenkenberg, Christopher (Dianne) Schenkenberg, Ann (John) Burke, William D. Bushell (fiancé Wendy Bargholtz), Jane Bushell, Anthony (Hollie) Bellovary, and Nicholas (Angela) Bellovary; ten great-grandchildren, Erika and Jake McCulloch, Connor Schenkenberg, Alissa & Johnny Burke; Amanda, Sawyer, Ava & Eliza Bellovary. He is further survived by his sisters, Mary (Steve) Adzima & Veronica Cole. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his infant grandson Robert Bellovary; brothers, John (Helen) Bellovary, George Bellovary, Louis (Dorothy) Bellovary, Joseph (Rose) Bellovary; sister Ann (Chester) Rygasewicz and brother-in-law Robert Cole. Frank was a traveler, gardener, fisherman and historian. He enjoyed and appreciated the simple pleasures in life. His greatest gift to others was his unconditional love and kindness. Grandpa loved to live and lived to love. Those who knew him well were blessed to have been touched by the life of a true gentle man. Family will receive friends at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home the evening of Thursday, May 21st from 5 until 7 p.m. A funeral service to celebrate Frank’s wonderful life will be held on Friday, May 22 at 2 pm in St. Lucy’s Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Avenue, with Reverend Mark R. Jones officiating. Entombment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. A reception will be held, following the cemetery, at Roma Lodge. Visitation will also be in the church on Friday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 2 p.m. In Frank’s memory, memorials have been suggested to St. Lucy’s Catholic Church. A heartfelt note of thanks to Dr. Pierce-Ruhland – his nurse, Karen – and their entire staff for the many years of compassionate care; to Frank’s dedicated friend, Ray Rheaume, for all the time devoted; and to our treasured family and friends, especially Frank’s grandchildren, who constantly surrounded him with their love and support. Frank truly loved all of you for everything you have done for him!
Allen Stock says
Dear Joyce and Family…
I have many found memories of Uncle Frank and the rest of the Bellovary family. Barbara and I were blessed to have visited with Uncle Frank a couple weeks ago during our recent Racine visit. Our prayers go out to you and your family and especially to Uncle Frank.
Love,
Allen and Barbara Stock
Allan & Renae Adzima says
Uncle Frank was a truly dear and kind gentleman. His gentle manner will stay with us forever. We are saddened to hear of his passing, but rejoice that he is in Heaven to bow at the feet of Christ Jesus and be welcomed home by his Saviour.
Rest in peace, dear Uncle. We will always remember you in love.
Thomas & Joan Bellovary says
Dear Aunt Flora and Family,
So sorry to learn of Uncle Frank�۪s passing. It is unfortunate that time and distance, prevent us from attending his services and offering our heartfelt sympathies in person.
Uncle Frank will always be remembered in our hearts. He was a good soul. I can recall many good times when I was a young boy, with Uncle Frank coming over to Dad�۪s house, with his brothers to go pheasant hunting. The early crisp morning would start out with Uncle Frank and my Dad starting a grill outside to cook up toast with bacon drippings and cloves of garlic rubbed on top. Uncles and cousins then went hunting, with a fine odor around them. I will always remember all of the wonderful family gatherings at Uncle Frank & Aunt Flora�۪s home. Everyone was always made to feel welcome at their home. He will be missed by many.