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Frances Stolich Obituary
In 1978, Frannie relocated to Clements, California, where she pursued a career raising thoroughbred horses with business partner Ron Stolich. Ron and Fran (as they were known in business) built and developed their beautiful and successful thoroughbred farm, Blooming Hills. They also became husband and wife in 1983.
Those who knew Frannie will remember her as an amazing woman who treated everyone with respect and kindness. Her Christmas extravaganza and New Years' crab feed were always over the top. But what Frannie especially loved was just having Sunday morning coffee with family and on special occasions, mimosa brunch. She also loved her horses and enjoyed riding, as well as buying and selling broodmare prospects. She had a special place in her heart for her beloved dogs over the years, including Willie, big old Bart, Dolly and little Annie. She loved her garden, watching old westerns on TV and going to Music Circus and movies with her good friend, Connie George.
Frannie is survived by her daughters Gail Aebi, Susan (Bill) Atterberry, and her son, Lane (Lynn) Aebi, her grandchildren Brandon Casquilho, Brant (Mae) Casquilho, Kristin (Todd) Leon, Michael (Andrea) Erdbacher, Bryce (Rachel) Aebi, Jenyn (Phil) Sousa, and six great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother Emory (JoAnn) Watne, nephew Curt Watne and nieces Kris Teiche and Kimberley Watne, along with four great nephews and a great niece. She is also survived by numerous cousins in North Dakota.
An open house "Celebration of Life" will be held on Saturday, November 17th at Wine and Roses in the Cellar Room from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Many have asked if there is anything they can do. Well, Frannie would be so pleased if you would make a donation in her name to Old Friends Thoroughbred Retirement, 1841 Paynes Depot Road, Georgetown, KY 40324, (502) 863-1775.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances Stolich
December 5, 2018
Frannie defined elegance. I always thought of Audrey Hepburn when I was with her.
She had an amazing eye for newborn foals. I so enjoyed our strolls through Blooming Hill's barn isles while we chatted about equine conformation. Frannie always had a peppermint candy for my Friesian Mare, Xiana. Those are her favorites, Frannie explained. Xiana was in Blooming Hills maternity ward. ;)
Frannie was elegant, graceful, strikingly beautiful and above all those things, kind. I will never forget this amazing lady. My heart breaks for her loss and rejoices that I called her friend.
Kimberly Wright
Cindy Patterson
November 19, 2018
Fran was a Beautifu and wonderful person. The heavens have gained a Special Angel. I drove Fran & Connie to the performances at the Music Circus for over 5 years, They loved going to the theater and I loved taking them. I just learned of her passing and so sorry to have missed her celebration. She was a special lady and I will always cherish her stories and her kindness in my heart. With deepest sympathy Cindy
Pamela LeverenzJohnson
November 16, 2018
Such a beautiful person, inside and out! I worked for Fran and Ron one year, on their Farm doing Sales Prep and Foaling!
She was always such a class act, so gorgeous and sweet. A smile that shined for miles!
Comfort to her family and friends~ a life well lived~ she will be missed by many!
Kathye
November 15, 2018
Fran - such a Classy Lady!
I will cherish my memories of riding with Fran on her beautiful mare "Dusty" and the great times spent with her family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathy Sand Hager
November 15, 2018
Sending condolences from cousin Doris and her family in North Dakota. Frances and Doris were best friend cousins.
Sue Greene
November 15, 2018
Fran, you were one in a million! You treated me with such respect and always made me feel special when I came to Blooming Hills. You will truly be missed.
November 15, 2018
rest in peace Fran, thanks for all your kindness over the years your loss will be felt by many, bill hodkin
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