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Frank J. Blommaerts CPO
Frank passed away on Thursday Feb.6th 2014 shortly after completing a two week trip to Belgium to say good-bye to family and lifelong friends. He was born March 18th 1928, to Catharina Francisca (Leza) Domen and Augustus Leopoldus Blommaerts in Antwerp Belgium.
Frank met and then married Martha Vinck on December 27th 1952. Unable to speak English, the Blommaerts immigrated to Canada by boat on the M/S Seven Seas in 1957 with only $100 in their pocket. In 1965 the family moved to the United States and settled in the Portland area; Frank later became an American citizen. Frank and Martha divorced in 1981.
Frank attended UCLA and North Western Colleges. In 1980, with the encouragement of his colleagues, he opened Eastside Orthotics and Prosthetics where he helped countless people with disabilities until his retirement in 2002. He was greatly respected by his colleagues and also known as a very sharp dresser.
Frank leaves behind: three daughters, Yolanda Nolten, Linda Eisele and Ingrid Thompson; five grandchildren, three great grandchildren; he was preceded in death by his grandson Jayson Eisele. Visitation for Frank will be held on Saturday February 15, 2014 from 12-4pm at Bateman Carroll Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held during that time at 2:00pm on Saturday February 15, 2014 also at Bateman Carroll Funeral Home in Gresham, Oregon.
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May 6, 2014
Rolland Botel
Frank we really enjoyed those cruises out of Florida with you wise we could of had more. Fun times are always to short, life goes by just like a snap of the fingers. GOD's speed to Heaven hope to see you there some day. good by for now. Rolland and Debra
February 25, 2014
Uncle Frank, you always had kind things to say, made us laugh and you always listened. As Rene said, the sports cars were awesome! You will be thought of often and missed even more.
Virginia Kirchner
February 24, 2014
Renee Marlatt
Uncle Frank, I will never forget your visits! As a youngster, Frank would pull up in a fancy sports car and then take us off to the candy store telling us to get whatever we wanted! I will always remember your fantastic sense of humor and your contagious happiness! Much love forever,
Renee Marlatt
February 19, 2014
To Linda, her sisters, and all the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God's grace be with you. Leanna
February 18, 2014
We are going to miss you so much Grandpa B. We are so thankful that we got to be a part of your life. Your kindness, stories and sense of humor will forever live on in our memories..until we meet again. We love you!
Love, Robby, Julie & RJ Hulbert
February 17, 2014
I had the pleasure of following Frank during a skilled stay at one of my care facilities. He was an incredible guy. His impact on the world and the numerous people he helped is immeasurable. SO GLAD he was able to get to Belgium. That was one of his last real wishes. So glad. Frank, you will be missed. Enjoy your next journey.
RR
February 15, 2014
Janet Huddle
My dearest friend, I am going to miss the stories, laughter and friendship that we shared over the past 16 years. You always made me laugh even when I was feeling down. I will always remember your "dapper dan" style and witty personality. You will forever have a very special place in my heart. With love always,
February 15, 2014
Ingrid, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, we will always remember the good times we had with your Father. Love, Lisa, Jerry, & Brett (I know Jerry only met Frank one time many years ago
February 15, 2014
February 14, 2014
Steve Rosenberg
Frank, we'll all miss your visits, your style and your sense of humor. Rest in peace.
February 14, 2014
Cock en Marianne Kruithof
Francois wij hadden je nog graag gezien bij je laatste bezoek aan Belgie,maar het heeft niet zo mogen zijn.
Wij zullen alleen maar goede herinneringen aan je hebben.
Vindt je rust daar boven en doe iedereen de groeten.
Veel sterkte voor familie en vrienden dikke knuffel van Cock en Marianne.
February 13, 2014
The Staff of Bateman Carroll Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
February 14, 2014
"Francois" Thank you for always being there for me. I will miss all those talks we had. Remembering our roots in Belgium. I am glad we spend time visiting this past summer, how could we have known it would be our last time together.
I admire your courage to fulfill your last wishes here on earth. You did it your way. Rest in peace my dear cousin, I will always love you. You are gone, but you will never be forgotten. Love your cousin Maria
February 13, 2014
Brasschaat, Belgium.
Dear François,
We do not remember days, we remember the moments we had together.
It's the little Things that make life coplete.
All people and things have theire special perspective , some of them must be viewed close up in order to judge them, others from a distance.;
The greatest revelation is peace.
François we wil allways carry you in our heart , and we want our gratitude for the loyalty which has indeed been faithful untill dead
God bless you.
Your cousin Mariette and Denis
February 12, 2014
patricia marlatt
Frankie B.,
you made your last moments so memorable, as was your life, always the laughter and humour,my love and care to you always
your cousin , Patricia & Roy
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