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Frances Klanchar Obituary

Klanchar, Frances E. (Nee Lightfoot) Found Eternal Peace on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. Age 96. Preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Anton Klanchar. Dear mother of Audrey Scharf, Sharon (John) Kumprey and Robert. Dear grandmother of 21 grandchildren, 25 great- grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Marien Riedel, son William Klanchar (Musky Bill), her parents, two sisters and one brother. She was also beloved by her many nieces, nephews and friends. She was retired after 30 years from General Motors, Delco and AC Delphi. She was a volunteer at West Allis Memorial Hospital and served 10 years as vice president, president and chairman of the nominating committee of the Women's Auxiliary. Visitation at the Funeral Home Saturday, October 6, 9:30 - 10:45 AM. Funeral Service at 11 AM. Burial to follow at Highland Memorial Park.

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 5, 2012.
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Keeping your family in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Jenny Nelson

October 5, 2012

may God bless your soul... We love you

October 5, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. What a beautiful long life. Hopefully there are some casinos in heaven!

Barb and Frank Kumprey

October 5, 2012

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