Service Information
Walter C. Froemming, Jr., age 94, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Cokato Manor in Cokato, Minnesota
Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. at Hunters Ridge Community Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
The family requests those attending to please wear something pink.
Military Honors by Hutchinson Memorial Rifle Squad.
Obituary
Walter Christian Froemming, Jr. was born on August 9, 1930, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Walter and Thelma (Doring) Froemming Sr. Walter committed his life to Jesus Christ in his 20s and was baptized in 1954 as an adult at the North Side Baptist church in Hutchinson. He attended several county schools in his early years, before completing his education in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School Class of 1949.
Walter entered active military service in the United States Army on July 9, 1952, in Glencoe, Minnesota, and served his country during the Korean War. He received an Honorable Discharge on April 14, 1954, in Fort Sheridan, Illinois, and achieved the rank of Corporal.
On November 21, 1952, while he was on his first furlough in the Army, Walter was united in marriage to Kathryn Fratzke at Evangelical United Bethlehem Methodist Church in Hutchinson. This marriage was blessed with four children, Linda, Debra, Joel, and Jonathan. Walter and Kathryn resided in Brownton, Hutchinson, and Litchfield during their 71 years of marriage.
After Walter returned from his military service, he and Kathryn farmed with Walter’s parents near Lake Hook. In November of 1956, Walter began his employment at 3M, becoming a Supervisor in 1960. After 32 years of service, he retired on December 1, 1988, at the age of 58. Walter was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Hutchinson, until 1997. He joined Cornerstone Church in 1998 at Litchfield, while residing at Lake Minniebelle. In 2019, he moved back to Hutchinson and became a member of Hunters Ridge Community Church. Walter was a devoted man of faith in the Lord, and throughout his life, he served as a Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, Head Usher and handed out Bibles for the Gideons.
Walter enjoyed hunting, sports, gardening, woodworking and hosting fish-fries at their home on Lake Minnebelle. He cherished spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered for the many hugs that he gave.
Walter passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Cokato Manor in Cokato, Minnesota, at the age of 94 years, with his wife at his side.
Walter was a man that loved God, his wife, family and friends.
Walter is survived by his:
Wife, Kathryn Froemming of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Linda Muennich and her husband, Fred of Prosper, TX,
Debbie Muennich and her husband, Gary of Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada,
Joel Froemming and his wife, Ruth of Cosmos, MN,
Jonathan Froemming and his wife, Tamera of Yulee, FL;
9 Grandchildren, Joshua (Ashley) Muennich, Jared Muennich, Kayla (Tony) Meyer, Elijah (Tracy) Muennich, Aléa (Josh) Goulden, Nicole Froemming, Cassandra (Tyler) Brausen, Averee Froemming, Franki Ibarra;
17 Great-grandchildren;
1 Great-great-grandchild:
Brother, Russlie Froemming of Silver Lake, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Walter is preceded in death by his Parents, Walter and Thelma Froemming Sr.; Siblings: Gail (Froemming) Popp and her husband Willian Popp, John Froemming and his wife, Joan, Gay (Froemming) Gloege and her husband Jim Gloege, James Froemming; Sister-in-law, Sally Froemming.
Our family would like to thank everyone for their loving thoughts and prayers.
Patty Marconcini says
So sorry to hear of Walts passing..
He was my foreman at 3m..he was the best…
Jerry and Sandy says
KATHRYN, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I HAVE MANY GOOD MEMORIES OF WALT AT 3M AND THROUHOUT THE YEARS OF GETTING TOGETHER WITH BOTH OF YOU. MAY IT CONFORT YOU THE KNOW HE IS WITH HIS LORD AND SAVIOR. DEEPEST SYMPATHY. GOD BLESS. SANDY
Jean oleson says
One of the kindness and loving man I ever met. He was one of my first foreman at 3M. My sympathies to Katheryn and family….
Franki Ibarra says
Grandpa, I’m so happy you made it to 94. I know that you’re gonna be watching over all of us, our guardian angel. We love you so much. You lived a wonderful life surrounded by people who loved you dearly and you touched so many people’s hearts. You had endless love to give to everyone you met and are one of the kindest souls I’ve ever known. A wonderful wonderful man and I am so grateful that you welcomed me into your family, I love you forever
Kathy Berghuis says
Sorry for your loss. He will surely be missed. His hugs were the best. Hugs to you Kathryn.
Babette Piker says
Kathryn and Family I’m so sorry for your loss. Walt was an amazing guy who never let life get him down. I met him through his beautiful wife, Kathryn, who joined our group called the Bear Lake Sunshine Society and I remember meeting him after a meeting because he came to pick up his bride as he referred to her. Them two were so adorable together. He also was an fantastic wood worker who made crosses and other beautiful works of art out of wood. Now may he RIP with our Lord and Savior until we will see him again someday. Hugs to you all and thanks for sharing your husband and Dad with all of us who got to meet and know him. Blessings.
Verlyce French says
Kathyrn,
Sympathy to you. Sad to hear Walt’s passing.
Remember the time Steve and I stopped at your place on Lake Minniebelle. we had a good time.
It was so nice to see the both of you at the 3M CARES meetings.
Glad I got to talk to the two of you at Prince of Peace in May.
Shirley Domjahn says
Our sympathy to you and your family. He was my boss at 3M so many years ago. A very special person. I have the cross he made for me.Sorry for your loss. Rodney and Shirley Domjahn
Barb Pletcher says
Walt is my cousin but growing up , there was enough of an age difference so we never spent time together. He always seemed happy to see me whenever we met and he’d give me a big hug. John and I are unable to be at his “ celebration” but we are sending our sympathy to Kathryn.
Barb Pletcher
Candy Brinkman says
Walt is my cousin. He gave the best hugs! He made you feel like the most important person in the world.
Candy (Froemming) Brinkman
Barb Johnson Portele says
Walt was such a kind man. He was my Supervisor when I was on the slitter at 3M and he was always so nice. I would see him around town…the eye doctor etc….and he always remembered me. May he rest in peace.
Ivanelle Curtiss says
So sorry to hear of Walt’s passing. Have thought of both of you often. We loved the house we bought from you on Jefferson St in Hutchinson. It always felt like home! I am the only one left in my family. Have had health problems since Nov. 10 but will try to make the funeral. Hugs, Ivanelle Curtiss
Marion, John & Helene Doring says
Sorry to hear of Walt’s passing, such a kind and loving man. He will be missed.
Greg Stillings says
Many fond memories and the devotion he shared.
Karen Hoffmann says
Joel & Ruthie, Kathryn & family–sending my sympathy & keeping all of you in my thoughts & prayers. He was a wonderful supervisor years ago at 3M. He always had a smile & was such a kind man. Cherish the memories. May God Bless all of you & his memory.
Karen Hoffmann
Gail Cox says
Froemming Family so sad to hear about the passing of Walter as Dad and Mom would call him. He has received his angel wings and may he fly beside each of you. All those memories of get togethers and the deer hunting adventures they had for many years. May you all smile at the good times, and the journey thru life we all shared. Peace be with all of you.
Pam Eastridge says
My deepest condolences to Joel and Ruth and you family.
He was the sweetest and kindest and the best hugger in Hutchinson!
His hugs will be missed!
Janet Ballard says
We rejoice knowing that Walter is now enjoying his Heavenly life. He was such a kind man and will be missed by many.
Our prayers are with you as you grieve, and also rejoice in his eternal life!
Dee Bollin says
Enjoyed visiting with them when they lived on lake minneabelle. Always a smile on his face and a big hug to give away. He was a dedicated man of God.
Prayers of peace and comfort to all of you
Earl Brunberg says
We heard about his passing on August 22! We even tried to call him on his August 9th birthday, but didn’t have the right phone number! Sorry that he’s gone! He was a super neighbor at Lake Minniebelle AND a great friend! Our love now goes to you Kathryn! Sorry to hear of his demise! May God be with you! Earl & Konnie Brunberg
Jan and bob carney says
Our prayers are with your whole family…….will always smile about the fish fry’s at your lake house!
Mason says
Love you great grandpa I miss you and Jesus know that your with us love mason