September 17, 2023
September 17, 2023
Thinking of you and Mom, and wishing you glory in your celestial body - at home with your Heavenly Father and Family!
This website was created in memory of our beloved Husband and Father, Francis Vernon Bishop, 85, born on February 4, 1929.
Our Dad passed away peacefully on the morning of January 5, 2015. We will remember him forever. A memorial ceremony was held on Friday, January 9th, 2015 at Faith Lutheran Church, 1716 Gage Blvd., Topeka, KS 66604. Burial to be scheduled at a later date.
Our Mother Anna "Ruth" Bishop's Forevermissed.com Memorial may be found via the following link: anna-ruth-bishop.forevermissed.com
NOTE to Visitors: Welcome one and all! We periodically stop by the site to update it with pictures, videos, etc. Please enjoy scrolling through the site, pictures and music (initiated by clicking on the "sound" icon at the top of this page). Feel free to leave a note - we love hearing from friends and family!
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January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
Dad, we think about you always. We will continue to hold you close within our hearts until me meet again. Boom Boom Boom!
Love,
Toni & Stew.
Love,
Toni & Stew.
January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
Lighting a candle of gratitude for you, Mom, Stew, Toni and Dorain today, Dad.
January 5, 2020
January 5, 2020
Thinking of you and your sweet family today. Especially Reta Jane and Stewart. ...Years go by and yet what remains is faith, hope and love. Especially the love ❤️
June 10, 2017
June 10, 2017
Dad, Dorain and I are just stopping by to light a candle in our hearts looking at your gorgeous face. Give Mom a kiss for us! Until we meet again, Boom Boom Boom!
PS - keep giving Sis Toni strength that she needs to finish STRONG!!
PS - keep giving Sis Toni strength that she needs to finish STRONG!!
February 5, 2017
February 5, 2017
Dad, we miss you always, but it hit us more today because it is you birthday. We remember all the good times we shared. We know that you are having a wonderful time with mum. Sending our love to both of you. You will always be on our minds.
Boom boom boom !
Love always,
Toni & Stew
Boom boom boom !
Love always,
Toni & Stew
February 4, 2017
February 4, 2017
Lighting a candle in memory of you and your spirit, Dad, today on your birthday. Please keep close eyes on both "Sisters" and big Bro, and guide them to success and happiness. I know you will! Hugs to Mom and all that went before us. I rejoice knowing that you at peace, and that we will be together again one day. So grateful that you were my Dad.
January 6, 2017
January 6, 2017
Thinking of you and missing you dad.
Toni & Stew
Toni & Stew
February 4, 2016
February 4, 2016
My love to Jane and her family. We always love our parents.
January 5, 2016
January 5, 2016
Dad, it's been a year since you stepped into Eternity. I think of you and miss you in a very special way (Boom Boom Boom ). I know you are smiling at us from heaven. Please watch over mum especially at this time .
Love Toni.
Love Toni.
January 5, 2016
January 5, 2016
Thinking of you Dad and sending love. Please keep watch over Nicholas too. xxoo, Reta Jane
April 26, 2015
April 26, 2015
Such a beautiful and touching tribute to your father, Francis, a man well loved!
May the Lord surround the rest of the family with his comfort and peace.
May the Lord surround the rest of the family with his comfort and peace.
March 16, 2015
March 16, 2015
Sending you Love, Dad. Hugs to everyone with you - including heaven's newest angel, Toni's beloved sister Cathy. How is Sherrie doing on her studies? Encourage her to help her old Auntie Jane here on earth! xxoo to All with you in Heaven - esp. GrandPa and GrandMa!
February 4, 2015
February 4, 2015
Dad, we are thinking of you today, as we join the host of heaven in wishing you a Happy Birthday. Toni & Stew
February 4, 2015
February 4, 2015
Happy Birthday Dad! Thinking of you and sending you love. Reta Jane
January 14, 2015
January 14, 2015
Your dad was a lucky man to have had such a loving and devoted family. You are a wonderful daughter and I bet your dad is beaming with pride about you Jane. All my warm thoughts and love to you and all those who morn your dad. Steve
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
From the Topeka Capital Journal Guestbook:
January 09, 2015
Uncle Bishop was such a dignified and intelligent man. Aunt Ruth is his beauty and inspiration. They had two wonderful children who are the proof of their love and devotion. Aunt Ruth, Stewart, and Reta our prayers are with you and we are here for you.
Olen Crockett and daughter Debbie "Cousin" Debbie
January 09, 2015
Uncle Bishop was such a dignified and intelligent man. Aunt Ruth is his beauty and inspiration. They had two wonderful children who are the proof of their love and devotion. Aunt Ruth, Stewart, and Reta our prayers are with you and we are here for you.
Olen Crockett and daughter Debbie "Cousin" Debbie
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
From the Topeka Capital Journal Guestbook:
January 09, 2015
Just read and am so sad to hear of the death of Francis. I have thought of him, Ruth and the children so many times. Our connection was through Central Missouri State and USD 501.
My deep felt condolences to all of you.
Jackey Culley (wife of Don Culley)
January 09, 2015
Just read and am so sad to hear of the death of Francis. I have thought of him, Ruth and the children so many times. Our connection was through Central Missouri State and USD 501.
My deep felt condolences to all of you.
Jackey Culley (wife of Don Culley)
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
From the Topeka Capital Journal Guestbook:
January 09, 2015
So sorry to hear of Uncle Francis' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Alison Anderson,Niece
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Alison Anderson, Fiskdale, Massachusetts
January 09, 2015
So sorry to hear of Uncle Francis' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Alison Anderson,Niece
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Alison Anderson, Fiskdale, Massachusetts
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
From the Topeka Capital Journal Guestbook:
January 07, 2015
I will always remember Uncle Francis with his big smile. He was a gentle man and I carry nice memories of the times we spent together as a family.
Rest in Peace Uncle Francis.
Diane Holstine Harding and Family.
January 07, 2015
I will always remember Uncle Francis with his big smile. He was a gentle man and I carry nice memories of the times we spent together as a family.
Rest in Peace Uncle Francis.
Diane Holstine Harding and Family.
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
From the Topeka Capital Journal Guestbook:
January 07, 2015
I remember meeting Francis and Ruth when they visited our home in Andover some time in early 1950's. He was proud of his wife, was happy to be visiting his hometown. Some 60 years later I received a letter from him expressing how nice of a restoration I had done on his father's last automobile. It was wonderful to hear from him. It is with a sad heart that I learned of his passing. I will keep his memory alive. To Ruth, Stewart, and Reta I offer my sincere condolences.
May God Bless, Nephew Stephen
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Stephen Bishop, Dieppe NB Canada
January 07, 2015
I remember meeting Francis and Ruth when they visited our home in Andover some time in early 1950's. He was proud of his wife, was happy to be visiting his hometown. Some 60 years later I received a letter from him expressing how nice of a restoration I had done on his father's last automobile. It was wonderful to hear from him. It is with a sad heart that I learned of his passing. I will keep his memory alive. To Ruth, Stewart, and Reta I offer my sincere condolences.
May God Bless, Nephew Stephen
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Stephen Bishop, Dieppe NB Canada
January 13, 2015
January 13, 2015
From the Topeka Capital Journal Guestbook:
January 07, 2015
My condolences to extended family from Ruth Bishop Sullivan (daughter of Robert, brother of Uncle Francis. Sad to hear the news. Even though the miles separated them we always had news of things in Kansas.
~ Ruth Bishop, Saint John, New Brunswick
January 07, 2015
My condolences to extended family from Ruth Bishop Sullivan (daughter of Robert, brother of Uncle Francis. Sad to hear the news. Even though the miles separated them we always had news of things in Kansas.
~ Ruth Bishop, Saint John, New Brunswick
January 9, 2015
January 9, 2015
Jane- so sorry to read about your Dad.
Lynette Stueve
Lynette Stueve
January 9, 2015
January 9, 2015
What a wonderful service to honor Francis. We are so sorry we could not be there. God bless you all at this time and forever. Love Nadyne and Don Parman
January 8, 2015
January 8, 2015
I really enjoyed the photos of Francis and Annie, my prayers are with all the family.
May God be with you and continue to bless all of your family.
I love all of you
May God be with you and continue to bless all of your family.
I love all of you
January 8, 2015
January 8, 2015
Dad, your parting with us was not an end but a magnificent beginning; the terrestrial just got swallowed up by the celestial. Our love for you did not die, and we can't wait to meet you at heaven's front gate when our temporary assignment on earth is complete.
“Keeping a strong song in my heart’’, holding your memory with awe and pleasure, and hanging onto the promise of re-union.
Love, Toni
“Keeping a strong song in my heart’’, holding your memory with awe and pleasure, and hanging onto the promise of re-union.
Love, Toni
January 6, 2015
January 6, 2015
Dad, thank you so much for never giving up here on earth - even in the face of trials and adversity. You never let our family down. I will miss you deeply - but know that you will be watching over us and guiding us from heaven (you too - Grandpa Frank). One day in the "distant" future - we will see you again and share that perfect cup of coffee once more - surrounded by all of our friends and adoring pets. Hugs, loads of LOVE and many, many corny jokes to you in heaven, Dad - from your silliest daughter, Reta Jane. Tell GrandPa Frank "thank you" for getting me out of that speeding ticket btw, and Dad - thanks again for my great looks (wink wink). I love you always and forever, Dad. xxoo
There are Faith, Hope and Love ... but of these three, the greatest is Love.
There are Faith, Hope and Love ... but of these three, the greatest is Love.
January 6, 2015
January 6, 2015
In heaven, Francis is whole, and strong and young again. As they tribute song says..."Where ever you are going, I will see you there again some day..."
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September 17, 2023
September 17, 2023
Thinking of you and Mom, and wishing you glory in your celestial body - at home with your Heavenly Father and Family!
January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
Dad, we think about you always. We will continue to hold you close within our hearts until me meet again. Boom Boom Boom!
Love,
Toni & Stew.
Love,
Toni & Stew.
January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
Lighting a candle of gratitude for you, Mom, Stew, Toni and Dorain today, Dad.
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Dad and Mom celebrating the Parman's 40th Anniversary. West Lafayette, Indiana 1993
"In the Army Now" - Dad in Basic Training at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO
Mom and Dad - dating in college and Dad's CMSU graduation
Dad's Paternal Grandparents and Great Grandparents
Dad's Maternal Great Grandparents
Dad's Maternal Grandparents and Mum Viota
Dad's early life in Canada with his Papa, Mum and Sister Catherine
Recent stories
My Brother Stewart
March 26, 2015
by Jane Bishop
What a doll. This site would NOT have been possible - or created - without your tireless shifting, sorting and investigating of literally hundreds of family photos - carefully selecting just the right ones. My prayers go with you, Stewart, for a new begining, a new "heavenly relationship" with our Father - as you have given me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
March 16, 2015
by Jane Bishop
Dad ... you are seriously great looking! No secret why Mom feel deeply in love with you. Please look after her in this world!
March 16, 2015
by Jane Bishop
Dad's happiness in this picture is obvious - and his love for Debbie ... immediate!