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Yardley Frantz Obituary
Yardley Joy Frantz, 29, fell asleep in the arms of her loving Savior. She loved life, she touched all those that knew her. She went to Kutztown University for Criminal Justice. She worked at Wal-Mart in Flanders, NJ in loss prevention for 5 years. She loved her four dogs. Survivors: She leaves behind her mother, Sharon, wife of Brent Kleckner; father, Thomas Frantz; three step-sisters, Shana L., wife of Stephen Snyder, Quinn L., wife of Joseph Trowbrige, and Lacey L. Kleckner; a grandmother; and a great-grandmother, who loved her dearly. All who knew her will miss her beautiful smile. Services: A Memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday July 12, 2012 in the First Baptist Church of Allentown, 1808 N. 19th St., Allentown, PA 18104. A calling hour from 10 to 11 a.m. will precede the service in the church. Contributions: May be made to the First Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 1808 N. 19th Street, Allentown, PA 18104.
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Bruce
July 9, 2025
I've never been so thankful for a picture in all my life. I wish I was around for more when we were older and closer. I really didn't know it was possible to miss someone as much as I miss you. You're worth every last tear. I really miss ending my nights talking to you. I'll see you again though. Love and miss you...
Sharon / MOM
July 16, 2024
Yardley... My dearest sweetheart - Tears are still flowing. We miss you so much. I trust God had a plan ... You touched so many people in your life - you have not realized this. I cannot believe you have left us 12 years ago. I will always love you, you were my ray of sunshine. Missing your beautiful smile. Love you Mom
.
July 12, 2024
I thought about you all day yesterday and didn't realize another year has gone by. My heart is still broken. I miss you.
Bruce Johnson
March 28, 2024
We met in a dream randomly the other night. I've been thinking about you a lot ever since. Just wanted to say that I love you. I always have and I always will. No matter how much time passes, you'll always have a home in my heart. Thanks for being one of my best friends. I will always treasure our late night conversations. I'll see you again one day.
Mom
July 11, 2023
I miss you everyday . I cannot believe you left us at 29, eleven years ago. Time passes, the love never fades. I thank God every day for you. You touched so many lives, you were a blessing to all who knew you. Love Mom
Diane Yonkovitch Craig
July 5, 2023
Missing you never gets easier .... You were a true friend & I miss you... forever in my heart
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January 4, 2023
You visited in a dream again. I tired to force myself back to sleep just to spend a few more minutes with you. I miss you.
Jonathan July
September 10, 2022
Wish you were still with us, asset protection was never the same without you. -Jon
MOM
July 6, 2022
10 Years ago, today your life ended. I still miss you everyday... You brought me, and many others so much joy since the day you were born. I thank God everyday for you. So much has changed since you left. Love you always, yesterday and tomorrow.
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April 22, 2022
You were in my dreams again last night. I woke up in tears. I miss you.
Mom
July 8, 2021
My sweet angel in heaven. Nine years have passed and I am unable to see your beautiful smile, and tell you how much I love you. Remember to cherish the moment for someday that person will not he there. Anyone reading this "Remember to say I love you."
July 8, 2020
My Dear Sweetheart, I have so much to say about the wonderful life I shared with you, and I was so BLESSED to call you my daughter. You have touched so many lives, you were loved by all those who knew you. I MISS YOU SO MUCH AND ALWAYS WILL. I THANK GOD FOR YOU EVERYDAY....... Mom
July 7, 2020
I still think about you all the time. I miss you.
MOM
March 20, 2019
"HEAVEN GAINED THE PRETTIEST ANGEL" YOU ARE SO MISSED, I LOVE YOU EVERY DAY.A DAY DOES NOT GO BY WITHOUT THINKING OF YOU.
Sharon Klecckner
July 16, 2018
I can not believe it has been 6 years since your passing. I miss you so much, a day does not go by that you are not in my thoughts. I went to a medium and was told you are happy, you look beautiful and are with your cats. She told me that you hear me when I talk to you, so I have so much to tell you, as you know. I am so glad you have found peace. I love the signs you are sending me, and Brent. I am glad you have found your happiness. Someday I will meet you again.
Love always Mom
July 13, 2018
6 years and not a day has gone by that I haven't thought about you. I miss you.
Mom
August 28, 2015
When you speak of her, speak not with tears, for thoughts of her should not be sad. Let memories of the times you shared give comfort, for her life was rich because of you. Love you Yardley forever - Mom
Sharon & Brent Kleckner
January 28, 2015
Rest In Peace, My beautiful daughter, a day does not go by that we do not think of you. We miss your beautiful smile, and your kind heart. I will always love you. I hope you are singing with the angels.
Love, Mom XOXO
June 30, 2013
R.I.P. We miss you!! See you on the other-side.
A Friend
May 9, 2013
I think about Yardley a lot. I wish I would have taken the time to let her know how special I thought she really was. She was a wonderful and beautiful person, and I feel lucky to have known her, and hope to see her again one day.
September 5, 2012
August 9, 2012
RIP
August 9, 2012
R.I.P.
Diane and Annecatette Zeoli
August 5, 2012
Sharon, When you told us of Yardley's passing I was in shock!! We send our prayers to you and your family. As each day passes we hope your grief will be less.
July 26, 2012
Dear Tom & Sharon,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter Yardley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Your cousin, Joan & Frank
Vanessa Miller (LaFevre)
July 24, 2012
Sharon,
I just heard about Yardley. I am so sorry for your loss and send along my deepest condolences. I pray that peace finds it's way into your hearts and helps you heal. God bless.
Chris Arthur
July 22, 2012
One of my best memories is you and I skipping school and going to NY for the day. Driving almost all the way home and turning around just to go back to Jersey shore. LOL. We havent gotten to talk in such a long time Yardley. You gave me some of the happiest moments in my life. I love you Yardley Frantz and will miss you so much! I will get to give you a hug again someday!
Ann
July 19, 2012
Sharon, you and your family have been in my prayers every day and will remain in them. I have had special prayer with a friend several times for you. i m sorry that I was away for the memorial service but you were in my thoughts. We are missing Yardley but she is at peace. Take some comfort in that. Ann
Bill & Fran Hnat
July 19, 2012
Tom, Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. She was a beautiful girl & really looks like you. If you need anything at all you know where we are.
July 17, 2012
Sharon: I just seen this in the paper and could not beleive it. I'm so sorry to hear this news. I do know how you are feeling and my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Kathy Brown (Combee)
July 16, 2012
Tom my sincerest sympathies to you, my friend and to everyone in her life.
Pete Grazer KU Police
Diane ....skiyonk
July 14, 2012
From dredding your hair...to picking out plugs for those ears...to just all the great girl talks...to dancing all night...all the great times we had....miss you Yardley...you truely left this earth too soon....to the frantz family my deepest sympathy xoxoxoxoxo
Sheila Case
July 14, 2012
Sharon, Brent, and family: I'm very sorry for the loss of Yardley. I am keeping you all in my prayers. I didn't know Yardley, but I worked for a brief time with Sharon. I hope you can all find the strength to make it through this difficult time.
July 14, 2012
rip
July 14, 2012
Yardley....still can't believe it.....miss you friend...never be forgotten
Diane DuPre'
July 13, 2012
Brent and Sharon, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort with the dear memories of your precious daughter.
Steve Szilagyi
July 13, 2012
goodbye yardley. you will be missed. you were a awesome boss
Ssan Miller
July 13, 2012
Tom, So sorry to hear of your loss, my heart and prayers go to all of your daughters family. May God give each of you the strength and courage to move forward.
Vinnie Manganielllo
July 13, 2012
Yardly, very sad over your passing I will take care and make sure your babies (dogs) are okay and in a safe place
July 13, 2012
Brent and Sharon,
Chic and I would like to express our condolances on the passing of your daughter.
You are in our thoughts,
Chic and Dee Hilbert
Gene Alexander
July 13, 2012
eventhough we havent saw each other in years and didnt know each other very long when we did know each other you were one of those people that stood out in my memories you are a special person lved by many missed by all. see you when i get there hold the fort down.
July 13, 2012
Yardley was such a beautiful girl. She was always smiling. Be free now Yardley.
A Brother
July 13, 2012
1 Thessalonians 4:13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.
14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.
15 For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive [and] remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.
4 For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
4 Then we which are alive [and] remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
4 Wherefore comfort one another with these words. "Safe in the Arms of Jesus" Fitting hymn May God Bless & keep you & yours!
Ron M.
July 13, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. Yardley was one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of having in my life. Rest In Peace, I miss you already.
William Schroeder
July 12, 2012
To TOM and family,Sorry for your loss.YOUR KU friends are praying for you.
Denise
July 12, 2012
My condolences to Yardley's family. May god watch over them and give them strength through this sad time time in their lives. Yardley will be missed..... Heaven has gained an angel but has left us with much sadness. Rest In Peace Yardley. Xoxo
July 12, 2012
My dearest cousin Sharon and my special Anunt Joy. I was so shocked when I heard the news. Words will not express my sorrow for your loss. Sorry I was so far away and could not be there for you. You will be in my thoughts
FRAN DAVITT
July 12, 2012
Sorry Tom for your loss
July 12, 2012
Yardley you will be greatly missed. I can't imagine this world without your smile...my deepest sympathy to the entire family....we all lost a great friend. May you now find comfort in the Lords arms. Love you Yard
Tara Guignet
July 12, 2012
I have so many great memories growing up with Yardley. She will be missed by many. My sincere condolences go out to her family.
Jason Harmony
July 12, 2012
I will miss you. I never stopped thinking about you. It was nice getting to talk to you again before this tragedy. Hopefully your family will make it through this difficult time.
Donna Rivera
July 12, 2012
God has received another special angel to help him with his work. She will be watching over all of us. God Bless
Donna Rivera
July 12, 2012
Sharon and Family,
No words can express the sorrow that we feel for the lost of Yardley. Our heart gose out to you and your family and my God bless and give you and your family strength and faith to handle things right now. We at Sacks enjoy working with Yardley she always kept us laughing. She had an different way at looking and things and may you think. She will be miss by all at Sacks.
Howie & Laura Savacool
July 12, 2012
We are completely shocked at the sudden death of Yardley May God give her eternal rest and may her soul rest in peace. Please be strong and accept our condolences.
All our sympathy is with your Family
Regards,
The Savacool Family
A. Miller
July 12, 2012
I was there when you took your first breath, you were moms little angel, we will miss you yardley we always loved you. Go in peace little angel
Lorianne Boyer
July 12, 2012
Yardley, I know we only knew each other a short time but you touched the lives everyone that talked to you. Always smiley and there to listen. My prayers and thoughts are with the family and the friends of her. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Welcome Home
David J Bhaltazhar Esq
July 11, 2012
July 11, 2012
yardley, we will miss you dearly
daniel strelec
Amanda Smith
July 11, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Yardley at the Whitehall Walmart. She was such a sweet person and will be missed by many. I'm sorry for your Family's loss.
Sheryl Dieter( Andrews)
July 11, 2012
Sharon and family,
I know our Families have loss touch for so many years but you are in our hearts at all times
Jean Hopper
July 11, 2012
R.i.p
Jean Hopper
July 11, 2012
R.i.p.
pamela albert
July 11, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kimberly Stoudt
July 11, 2012
To the Frantz family: I was so saddened and shocked to hear of Yardley's passing. Just seen her a few weeks ago at the Whitehall Walmart where I worked with her, she was visiting and saying hello to everyone. Please find peace knowing that you will meet again someday.
kathy burns
July 11, 2012
I worked with Yardley at Walmart and she always had a smile. May you be at peace and find happiness on the other side. My thoughts and prayers to her family.
Rob Oblas
July 11, 2012
It saddens me to see this news. It's such a hard thing to hear. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Marie Waer
July 11, 2012
I worked with Yardley in the Mt Olive Walmart, she always had a smile and a greeting for everyone. I am so sorry for your loss, she will be greatly missed.
Shalonda (Pizarro) Peters
July 11, 2012
Hi Sharon,
I'm not sure if you remember me but I used to work with you years ago at AAA. I wasn't sure if this was your daughter until I saw her beautiful picture, and all I saw was you which made my heart sink. I recall how proudly you would speak of Yardley, Sharon, and I'm so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Carla
July 11, 2012
I didn't know her but as a child of GOD may she rest in piece.
July 11, 2012
We had the honor to know this beautiful woman and her family. I wish we would have talked more. Be at peace Yardly, you will be missed dearly. Jesse and the Werkheiser family
Luis Pizarro
July 11, 2012
I worked with Yardley at Wal-Mart. Whenever she walked into a room her infectious smile would light everyone up. I will miss our chats and laughs together. She will be missed, but never forgotten.
Julio Gonzales
July 11, 2012
I had the pleasure of knowing yardley from parkland high school, she was truely one of a kind and will not be forgotten! my heart and prayers go out to the Frantz family!!!
The Lewis Family
July 11, 2012
We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Yardley and would like to extend our condolences to you and your family. May the memories of Yardley remain in your hearts.
Bruce Johnson
July 11, 2012
You were always such an awesome girl. I wish I had gotten to see you more recently. You will never be forgotten.
Stacey DeGeorge
July 11, 2012
To Yardley's Family I worked with her at the Whitehall Store she was a nice person and my thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family.She will be missed by all her family and friends.
July 11, 2012
My heart goes to her family, and the memories that many people had with her will always be cherish. I will remember her when she used to work at the Whitehall Walmart and would always have a wonderful smile on and teaching me how to say her name. She always had a kind smile and would always tell me how much she liked her new store. Rest in peace Yardley.
Monica Constantino
July 11, 2012
Yardley was just about the most stunning person I'd ever seen when we started high school. Even now that I live in a big city I truly haven't met anyone as unique and special as her. The small facebook conversations I've had with her over the years has always revealed a beautiful, sweet, and generous soul. She will be missed and I pray for her and her family that she will find peace.
Jennifer Walker
July 11, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
nate somishka
July 11, 2012
Can't believe it, Sharon,Brent and Tom I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to all of you. May you rest in peace yard.
Ed Janci
July 11, 2012
I worked with Yardley at the Whitehall Wal-Mart and she was a beautiful girl who always brightened my day. My sympathies to all who loved her--the sadness is real, but so are the sweet mememories.
Diane & Henry Craig
July 11, 2012
Yardley you touched so many with your angelic smile and unique style.To all the fun nights in Philly and years of great memories. I will miss you my friend. You were a beautiful free spirit....now spread your wings and fly.
the Drake family
July 11, 2012
So sorry to learn about your loss!! Please call if you need anything!! you are all in our thoughts and prayers!!
Hope Herschman
July 11, 2012
Joy,
I am so sorry to hear about your grandaughter. May the Lord bring you and the family comfort and peace at this dreadful time.
Mary Sullivan
July 11, 2012
Sharon, Brent, Shana, Quinn, and Lacey -- I am so sad to hear about Yardley - I do remember her as a wonderful, caring person. May god bless you and comfort you.
Jean Kleckner
July 11, 2012
Sharon and Brent & family. I am so sorry to hear of Yardley's passing. God bless and comfort you during this trying time.
Donna and Constantine Bratsis
July 11, 2012
Yardley would always come into our store at wal-mart to eat. We will miss her smile. May God give you the faith and strength to get through this difficult time.
Kathleen Ann Bianco
July 11, 2012
I shall miss our little chats and your lovely smile Yardley. It was always my joy to see you each day and you were always so friendly coming through my line at Walmart. May God protect you now.
July 11, 2012
I am sadden to hear the news of Yardley`s passing. I worked with her at Walmart some years ago. My prayers are with all the family, as I too lost my youngest daughter age 30 just last year. It is so hard I know, but have comfort in knowing that you will all meet again one fine day. Best Regards, Toni Antoinette Palmer
Elley Strobl
July 11, 2012
Tom and Sharon, there are no words of comfort but know that you are in my prayers. What a beautiful young lady.
Fondly, Elley Strobl
Lacey Kleckner
July 11, 2012
This article makes the arrangements sound very confusing. The service is tomorrow, Thursday July 12th at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church in Allentown, 1801 N. 19th Street, Allentown PA 18014. There will be nothing held at the funeral home in Northampton.
Missy Ruch
July 11, 2012
Brent, Sharon, Shana, Quinn, Lacey and all others who new Yardley - I love you all and have you in my thoughts during this time. I first met Yardley when she was young...such a darling, beautiful little girl. I wish for you wonderful memories of her during this very difficult time. Much love to you all.
Rose & Bob Melchiorre
July 11, 2012
We are very sad to to hear about Yardley, we will keep her in our prayers.
Lynda Haas
July 11, 2012
I was so sad to hear of Yardley's passing. I remember her as a sweet little girl. My heart goes out to you, her family, in deepest sympathy. May God bless and comfort you.
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