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Frances Hirdes Obituary

FRANCES D. HIRDES MAY 1928 ~ OCT 2010 Frances 'Fran' Hirdes passed away peacefully on Friday, October 29 in Turlock. She was born in Farmersville, CA to Joseph and Mary Riberio in 1928. She was the second of six children: Mary, Fran Ellie, Lee, Joe and Tony. The family later moved to Ceres. Fran attended Ceres High School and graduted in 1947. In 1949, she married Les Hirdes. Together they worked hard in the farming and dairy business for over 40 years. They were married 50 years, when Les passed away in 1999; a daughter Leslie preceded Fran in 2008. She enjoyed line dancing, rodeos, and roping. She timed for the CTRA for over 25 years. She loved family gatherings. Her family was her life. While being ill, she joyfully attended three grandchildren's weddings. Fran's beautiful loving spirit will always be in our hearts forever. The family would like to thank Bel Air Lodge for the loving care. She is survived by her loving family: son Ed (Marilyn) Hirdes; grandchildren Ashley (Brandon), Grant (Jami), Kent (Haley), Blake, Case), Kim (Kenny), and Katie (Jon);and great grandchildren Shayla, Colten and Dylan, and Reese. A visitation will be at Allen Mortuary on Thursday, November 4 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. A funeral service will be at Allen Mortuary on Friday, November 5 at 10:00 am. Interment will be private at Lakewood Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice, Alexander Cohen Hospice House, 4368 Spyres Way, Modesto, CA 95356. Please share your memories at www.modbee.com/obituaries www.allenmortuary,com. ALLEN MORTUARY

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Published by Modesto Bee from Nov. 2 to Nov. 3, 2010.

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Kim Rea

November 4, 2010

Frannie, your morning coffee's and all the kindness and your compassion for all will be missed. I've heard the stories of Les and Frannie all my life. You are definitely a breed of a person that is missing so desperately in todays world. Rest in peace dear sweet lady and know that you will never be forgotten and your kindness and generosity will be talked about for years to come. You will be missed by all left behind but I'm sure Les is thrilled to be standing beside you again in heaven.

Ray Santos

November 3, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

November 2, 2010

We have missed Fran during her illness at Line Dancing Class, but know that her and Leslie are dancing up a storm in heaven now. Teaching everyone how to do the Electric Slide.

Turlock Line Dancers

November 2, 2010

So sad to read about Fran passing away. She was such a wonderful and outgoing person. Our prays and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Stan and Sandy Marchant

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