Obituaries

Franklin Scott Jevne, 84, town of Big Bend, WI passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at home.

Frank was born to Kenneth and Agnes (Holt) Jevne on April 2, 1939, in Eau Claire. After high school, Frank enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served 6 years before being medically discharged. After serving, he came home to Eau Claire and managed the gas station in Shawtown across the street from his brother’s auto parts store. In 1971, he was offered a job by Louis Phillips at Max Phillips and Son, as head of maintenance; and worked there until he retired in 2003. Frank enjoyed working on and restoring old cars, especially Lincoln Continentals.

Frank is survived by his sons, Jeff (Gale) Jevne, Jason (Lisa) Jevne, and Joel Jevne; brother, Roger (Ann) Jevne; sister, Loretta Estu; and many grandchildren and great -grandchildren.

He is preceded by his parents; his wife, Carol Joy; their daughter, Julie Eisenhuth; sister, Carol Bollinger; Brother, LaMoyne Jevne; and grandson, Lance Jevne.

Frank’s family will be hosting a Celebration of Life at a later date. Condolences may be left online at www.smithfuneralec.com.