Frank W. De Vrieze , age 72 of Rock Island, died Saturday, March 17, 2007 at Trinity Medical Center, West Campus, Rock Island.
Per his wishes, there will be no services and cremation rites have been accorded. Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. Moline is assisting the family.
Frank was born January 19, 1935 in Rock Island, the son of Frank and Helen De Vrieze. He married Marilyn Fjellbo on December 19, 1953 in Rock Island.
Frank was a self-employed contractor. He was a sports official for football, basketball, and softball. Frank was also a Big 10 official for women's basketball and for the Women's College World Series of softball. He was a past Jaycee " Man of the Year" and past president of the Rock Island Evening Lion's Club. Frank also enjoyed his annual golf trip to Texas.
Survivors
Wife Marilyn Rock Island
Sons Tim (Sandy) De Vrieze Moline
Bill (Terri) De Vrieze Rock Island
Daughters Karen (Jim) Nelson Moline
Sue Swan & Ed Strobl Waterloo
11 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild
Sisters Barb Plonka
Joyce (Bud) Firth
Shirley (Bob) Jackson
Brothers Ronnie (Evie) De Vrieze
Bob (Diana) De Vrieze
He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 grandchildren Alex & Elizabeth, 3 brothers & 1 sister.
Online condolences may be expressed to Frank's family by visiting his obituary at www.esterdahlmortuary.com.