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Chester Franz Obituary
He was born November 30, 1930 in St. Louis, MO. He served in the Marine Corps and has resided in Anchorage, Alaska since January 1975. Chester was a self-employed Computer Programmer. He attended Grandview Baptist Church and taught Sunday school.
Chester's hobbies included: ham radio operator, sailing, hunting, fishing, stamp collecting, traveling, back packing, faceting & jewelry making, running/racing and coaching. He also was an avid reader and a Christian bible scholar. He patiently and lovingly cared for his wife Margaret for the last 27 years.
Chester is survived by his wife Margaret; his brother Don; ten children; twenty-two grand children; and twelve great grand children.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to CEF of Alaska. 43687 K-Beach rd. Soldotna Alaska,
99669.
Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, December 11th. 2013 at Grandview Baptist Church, located at 1300 Columbine St.
Contact: Peggy Franz - 274-5050
Witzleben Funeral Home - 277-1682
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Memories and Condolences
for Chester Franz
Debra Kinn
December 17, 2013
Dear Peggy and family, I am sorry for your loss and you are in my prayers. I will miss a dear friend and mentor. He encouraged and inspired me to run. I have great memories of the many races we ran in Alaska.
Teal Family
December 11, 2013
Chester, you will be missed greatly at GBC. Seeing you and Peggy going up and down the street to class was a true statement to what marriage means. You set the example for many to follow. Thanks for all the wisdom you passed down to my family. We all miss you.
Patty Eldredge
December 11, 2013
Sending love and prayers. Rest in Peace Chet.
December 8, 2013
Dear Peggy and family,
Your Florida cousins are praying for you and wishing you much love. We wish we could be there to give you a big hug. We are with you in our thoughts and hearts. God bless all of you as you move beyond your grief and into the light of God's love.
Joanne and Dick Cummings
Pompano Beach, Florida
Kathy Towns
December 8, 2013
Chester will be missed by all. He was a great mentor to me when he worked with us at AS&G. Climb high my friend.
Annie
December 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ruth Carter
December 8, 2013
The Anchorage running, racewalking and sporting community has lost an inspirational man; we have all lost a friend. Have a blessed journey Chet.
Chris & Lisa Moore
December 8, 2013
Peggy we will be praying for you and the family as you continue to serve here until you meet again. Chester will be missed by many. May the Lord supply all your needs.
Kevin & Tiny Thomas
December 7, 2013
Thank you for your faithfulness, sharing your good deeds, and teaching us how to wait for the Lord.
Robert Wedemeier
December 7, 2013
Chester it is not a sprint but a marathon so pace yourself. Will miss you on the trails.
Roy and Nancy Reisinger
December 7, 2013
We are left with fond memories of a warm and caring man.
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