Francis Christian Bischoff

1926 - 2013

Francis Christian Bischoff obituary, 1926-2013, Orlando, FL

BORN

1926

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home

2811 Curry Ford Rd

Orlando, Florida

Francis Bischoff Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 17, 2013.


Francis Christian Bischoff passed into eternal life on Saturday, March 16, 2013 in Orlando, Fl.  He was born on July 31, 1926 in Philadelphia, Pa. and had lived in Norfolk, VA. and Orlando, FL.



He was a Veteran of WW II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War having served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1974 and retiring with the rank of Master Chief Boatswain’s Mate.



Left to cherish his memory are his children, Francis Jr.'Chris', Jane McKay, Margaret Saccone and George, grandchildren Paul Bischoff, Marney McKay-Meyer (Jerry Meyer), Logan McKay, Lindsay Saccone and Vincent Saccone.  Surviving are his brothers, Joseph (Helen) and David (Mary Kessler), his sisters Winifred Sontag, Barbara Kenney (Frank), Agnes Burns (Joseph), Pat Proses (Charles), Mary Conway (Al Cowling). Also cherished in memory by many nieces and nephews in both the Bischoff and Ryan families.  Francis was predeceased by his wife Jane Ryan Bischoff in March of 2012, a daughter, Maureen Therese, a son, Robert Paul, and his brother Robert “Gus”.



Funeral services will be held at Smith and Williams Funeral Home, 818 Norview Ave., Norfolk, Va. on Sunday evening March 24, 2013.



Military honors and burial will be at the National Cemetery in Hampton, VA. on Monday morning March 25th.  A future memorial Mass and celebration of life will be held at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church in Orlando, FL.



Memorials to St. Jude’s Hospital and/or Blessed Trinity Catholic Church of Orlando in his name are appreciated.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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March 24, 2013

Chris Morris

Jane,
I am thinking of you and your family. Sending my love.

March 24, 2013

Bonnie Raney Webb

We have great memories of the entire Bischoff family and life on Vimy Ridge, loving thoughts to all. The Raney family.

March 23, 2013

Betty Jean Lanier

Many thanks to Mr. Bischoff for the wonderful gift of his daughter Jane who has been my dearest friend for nearly 16 years. I'm sad that he has passed from her life; she loved him so and will miss him terribly.

March 23, 2013

Terry Wimberger

So sorry to hear about your fathers passing. He was a blessing to all of us and was loved by everyone. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help. You are all in my prayers.

Love
Terry

March 23, 2013

Jane, so sorry to hear about your father's passing. You and your entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come.

Shirley (White) DiDomenico

March 23, 2013

Uncle Francis, you were such a wonderful Uncle and friend............Your help during my time taking care of my mom will never be forgotten, Rest in Peace, have a beautiful reunion up there with all of the family
Sharon Milan Colson
Vancouver, Washington

March 20, 2013

David Bischoff

Brother Francis. I will miss you but always remember our many fun times together. You taught me how to be a better golfer, card player and listener. Thank you for everything. I love you. Brother David

March 20, 2013

Paul Bischoff

My grandfather was a great man, and although I didn't see him nearly as often as I'd like, he was still a mentor to me. I've spent 24 years in the Navy trying to duplicate his accomplishments, but could never quite compare to his amazing talents. Easy to talk to, friendly to be with, he'll certainly be missed.

March 20, 2013

Denise Yuhas

Uncle Francis,
You will always be in our hearts and prayers! You have left us with precious memories that we will cherish forever! As you always said "God Bless"!
Love, Denise, Michael & Family

March 20, 2013

My prayers go out to the entire family. Frank was a wonderful guy who I was lucky enough to have as a father-in-law at one time in my life. God Bless all of you. Chris Gillis West Allis, WI.

March 20, 2013

Valerie Piper

It was with great sadness we heard about Frank's death. He was a good friend of over 20 years. We will remember his humour and kindness and our visits to Florida will not be the same without him. He truly was unique; a man amongst men. At rest with his beloved wife Jane. RIP Val and Bill Piper and Family Newport Gwent UK.

March 20, 2013

Our condolences to the entire Bischoff family. I have so many cherished memories traveling with Mr. and Mrs. Bischoff. All the trips that i got to go on, Grand Ole Oprey, Disney World, and camping in the Pocono's. Great Great Times. God Bless. Larry and Dawn Taylor Portsmouth Va.

March 20, 2013

Our sincere condolences to the entire Bischoff family. We will always cherish the great times and memories we had with Fran, Jane, Francis, Janie, Bobby, Margaret, and George on Vimy Ridge.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Rose Bell, Sharon(Bell)Averkamp, and family

March 19, 2013

My condolences go out to the entire Bischoff family. Frank will surely be missed. The Mail Lady, Rena

March 19, 2013

Patti Dey (Ryan)

Uncle Francis....you were a great uncle and also a great brother in law to my parents....especially all the help you gave them in the Pocono's....you also were so good to my son when he use to come up there...You will be missed....I'll also always remember you taking my kids and I blueberry picking.....Love, Patti and Family

March 19, 2013

Melinda Gruenberg

Jane, Marney, and Logan.
I am so sorry passing of your Dad and Grandpa.
Melinda Gruenberg

Address is: 2269 Heather Hill BLVD N.
Cincinnati OH 45244

March 19, 2013

Remembering the happy times in Florida and how good and caring you were to my Mom after Dad passed away. Such a good person. I am sure you will be having many more happy times in heaven with the rest of the family.
Niece, Kathy Milan Ryan O'Neil

March 19, 2013

Our sincere condolences to the Bischoff family! Joe and Isobel Palumbo

March 18, 2013

doris nelson

Frank I will surely miss u at Bingo U will be with Jane and
not lonely .The River will be running again Doris Nelson

March 18, 2013

Linda Owens

Frank will be so missed! I'll never forget his warm hugs! We had a great conversation one night at Bingo about his WWII service and I remarked "You could be my Dad!" Just then someone walked by and hearing only that, gave us the strangest look. Frank and I laughed and laughed. My condolences to all his family. Prayers and love to you all. I know he is happy to be with his Jane.

March 18, 2013

My sincere sympathy to the Bischoff family. Frank was such a dear sweet man and a wonderful friend. I am sure he and Janie are having a great time together in Heaven. I will always remember their kindness. Keep your memories close. God will see you through this sad time.
Sincerely,
Sue Garman
Gulfstream Harbor

March 18, 2013

Joe &bea Poche

I will always remember you Frank and Jamie two great people

March 18, 2013

Not only will we miss you as a dear friend and fellow veteran, but as too good of a poker player. You always stood up to be counted when needed. Though there are many fond memories and things we have shared over the years, being Frank Bischoff says it all.

Our condolences to Frank's family and be assured our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this trying time.

Al and Sookie Passmore

March 18, 2013

Detta Hawkins

My sincere condolences to the Bischoff family! Frank was so loved in this community as was Jane and both are missed. May God speed his journey into His arms and into the arms of Jane! God bless them both. A Hui Hou, Frank & Jane!

March 18, 2013

Nancy Trottier

My sincere condolences to the Bischoff family for the passing of their beloved Frank. He was a wonderful neighbor and dear friend and I will miss him dearly.

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