Frankie L. Kanka

1933 - 2017

Frankie L. Kanka obituary, 1933-2017, Mechanicsville, VA

BORN

1933

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond

4650 South Laburnum Avenue

Richmond, Virginia

Frankie Kanka Obituary

Published by Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond on Nov. 29, 2017.

KANKA, Frankie Lee, 83, of Highland Springs, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2017. She was born in Elkin, NC, December 4, 1933. She was a longtime member of the Patterson Avenue SDA Church and a longtime employee of Richmond Steel. Frankie was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, William Kanka, brothers Buddy and JR. She is survived by her five children; Jesse W. Beville (Sheilah), Chuck W. Kanka (Badona), Polly A. Washburn (Rick), Virginia L. Krause (Sam), Medgy Z. Chapman (David); twelve grandchildren; and a number of great-grandchildren. The family wishes to express appreciation to the care given their mother at Autumn Care of Mechanicsville. A special thanks to the hard working CNA's, nursing staff, and Bon Secours Hospice. Special thanks to longtime doctor and personal friend, Dr. William Moore. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2 pm to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. Richmond, Va. 23231. A graveside service will be held Monday at 1 pm at Washington Memorial Park in Sandston, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Richmond Academy, 12285 Patterson Avenue, Richmond, VA 23238.

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November 23, 2020

Dee Humphrey

I never knew Frankie, but she was blessed with an angel in Ginny,her daughter. Thus giving me a dear and caring friend. Thank you Frankie

December 17, 2017

Dearest cousins,please forgive my lateness in contacting you all regarding your mom's passing. She was a dear first cousin who always had a sweet and gentle smile and kind words for everyone. I see two blessings,she is no longer in pain and is reunited with her loving husband your dad,Bill. She will be missed.

I wish for all of you loving and fond memories of both your mom and dad.

I love you all very much.

Maidron

December 1, 2017

Ginny and family, I can only offer my condolences and strong love for each of you. The Lord always gives us miracles and this is one of them. She is now in his hands with no more pain. Dee

December 1, 2017

becky bailey

Thinking of you.

November 29, 2017

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Dec

3

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond

4650 South Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231

Dec

3

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Nelsen Funeral Home - Richmond

4650 South Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231

Dec

4

Graveside service

1:00 p.m.

Washington Memorial Park

Sandston, VA

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4650 South Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23231

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