N. Gunnar Fransen

N.Gunnar Fransen (Gunny), 86 Rockfordnbsp; - Passed away Monday, May 31, 2010.nbsp; Born February 10, 1924 in Rockford to Olga amp; Nils Fransen.nbsp; Graduate of East High School, Class of 1942.nbsp; Served his country during WWII as an Army Air Corp C-47 pilot until 1945 flying missions in North Africa, Europe and South America.nbsp; Attended Luther College, Wahoo, Nebraska.nbsp; Received a bachelors degree from NIU and a masters degree from Northern Colorado University. nbsp;Married to Doris B. Johnson on October 15, 1947 in Chappell, NE.nbsp; Retired as Director of Adult amp; Vocational Education for Rockford School District after 30 years of service. After his retirement he was co-owner of the Wood Merchant gift shop. nbsp;He was a member of the Rockford Noon Lions Club amp; Alpine Lutheran Church. Gunnar enjoyed woodworking, golf, squadron reunions and spending time with his family and friends.

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He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Doris Fransen, son Steve (Jean) Fransen; daughter Joni (David) Omlor; grandchildren, Patti (Jason) Meyer; Joe Fransen (Bill Roberts David Fransen; Steven Omlor. nbsp;Great grandchildren; Emma amp; Tyler Meyer.nbsp; Predeceased by brother Norman Fransen.

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Funeral service Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Alpine Lutheran Church, 5001 Forest View Ave. with Rev. Dr. Richard Meier officiating. Visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. in the church.nbsp; Cremation rites to follow the service.nbsp; Memorials to Alpine Lutheran Church or Rockford Noon Lions Club.nbsp; Express condolences online at www.fitzgeraldfh.com