Franklin Paul Lemieux

life story

Family man and die-hard Viking fan!

In addition to wearing endless Viking apparel, he cared for his family. Meals were on the table every night, and he always made meals for special occasions: birthdays, anniversaries, holidays. His specialty was lasagna!

About Frank!

Franklin Paul Lemieux (Stein), 68, of Fridley, Minn passed away Thursday June 3rd, 2021, at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis. He was born March 25th, 1953, in Odanah, Wisc the son of Roland Sr. and Mildred (Beanie) Lemieux. Frank was a die-hard Viking fan, loved taking care of his family, and had a great sense of humor. Frank worked various jobs during his lifetime and eventually retired from caring for and assisting patients in a group home. Frank was a member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and of Gichitwaa Kateri Catholic Church.

Frank is survived by his wife: Alanna Lemieux of Fridley, Minn; his children: Sunshine Lemieux of Superior, Wisc, Eric (Erin) Carlson of Oshkosh, Wisc, Kelly Lemieux of Minneapolis, Minn, Barbara (Julio) Lemieux of Brooklyn Park, Minn, and Lawrence (Leanna) Lemieux of Fridley, Minn; three siblings: Joan Niemi of Ishpeming, Mich, Roland (Theresa) Lemieux Jr. of Red Cliff, and Samuel (Julie) Lemieux of Odanah; six grandchildren (including his youngest Lai’ani); one great grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Frank was preceded in death by his father; mother; three sisters: Carla, Roslyn, and Marilyn (Mary); and three brothers: Lawrence (Muffler), Douglas (Doug), and Robert (Bob).

A service officiated by Michael Reszler will be held directly at the Odanah cemetery on Tuesday, June 8th, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. A gathering will begin immediately after at the Bad River Community Center.

memorial service

Service at Odanah cemetery

June 8, 2021

A gathering will begin immediately after at the Bad River Community Center.