Francis J Kugel

Motor Machinist US NAVY Started Spring of 1943

His job was to fix and maintain ships 4 engines, all refrigeration, water systems on ships as well as refueling ships. He kept evaporates working for fresh water on ships. He left from Glaveston, Texas and went through Panama Canal up to the West Coast to Pearl Harbor. Then left for Pacific Theater. He was in Battles of IwoJim and Okinowa.

Whe on leave in Okinowa they were told not to go into gardens, land minds were placed in amongst the vegetables. His ship made delivered from Solomon Islands down to Australia. He crossed the Equator foru times in his service. After war in Europe ended pacific theater was still dangerous. China seas was mined heavily. 

Honorable discharged Spring of 1946 came back to Shawano, Waukeschon townships to farm. Got married in 1954 to Cecilia (Alice) they had 10 children, Frank, Andrew, Rita, Charles, Barbara, Susan, Mary, Monica, Carol and Daniel.

He felt very strongly about tech school or college for a good education. He was active in Bonduel American Legion, 4th of July Celebrations and Baseball team games. Married 50 years up until his death. He enjoyed attending grandchildren, school functions and activities.