Frederick Tasche

Frederick F. Tasche, Sr., 84, of Sheboygan, passed away Monday morning, August 27, 2018 at his home.

Born August 18, 1934 in Sheboygan, Frederick was a son of the late August and Elsie Krepske Tasche. He attended Sheboygan areas schools and graduated from Central High School in 1953. On March 23, 1957, he was united in marriage to Carlene J. Charles at Our Savior

Fred was a City of Sheboygan police officer for 30 years before his retirement in June of 1990. He previously worked for the H.C. Prange Company and Lindow's Vault Company.

He was an avid sports fan who loved the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Cubs. He was a true carpenter at heart and helped to build the family cabin up north on Glen Lake with his father-in-law, Ezra. His greatest joy was the time he spent at the cabin, whether it was hunting with his sons, celebrating the Fourth of July "big red day" for over 30 years, listening to Big Band music or just playing games with his family and friends. He also enjoyed the time he and Carlene spent at their home in Florida during the winters. He loved to stay busy and was always active and working on something.

He is survived by his children, Timothy (Sherry) Tasche, Michael (Donna) Tasche, Steven (Joanne) Tasche, Frederick (Dawn) Tasche, Jr., Lisa Krause, all of Sheboygan, and Julie (Thad) Gabrielse, Oostburg; twelve grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; 2 step grandchildren; 2 step great grandchildren; his sister-in-law, Bonnie Paasch; brother-in-law, Eddie (Sandy) Charles; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carlene; his son in law, Terry Krause; sisters, Lorraine (Marvin) Schnicke, Grace (Jack) Reynolds, Elvera Tasche, Charlotte (Don) Wagner and Bette (Al) Menge; his brother, August (Virginia) Tasche, Jr; and a bother-in-law, Dave Paasch,.

A memorial service for Frederick will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 1, 2018 at the Chapel of Eternal Light, 6706 Superior Avenue, Kohler. Pastor Jeff Jaeger from Cross Roads Community Church will officiate. Family and friends are welcome at the chapel on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

A memorial fund has been established in his name.

The Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Frederick's arrangements.