Edward Frautschi
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He was married to Constance Dianne Thornton who preceded him in death on October 28, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Marjorie (Getz) Frautschi.
He is survived by his three children, Heather (Chris) Thorpe of Phoenix, Ariz., Christopher (Laurel) Frautschi of Washington and Stephanie (Tony) Williams of Crossville, Tenn. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and his great-grandchildren; and many family and friends.
Ed, "The Frauch", graduated from Purdue University in 1967, with a degree in Industrial Engineering – "Go Boilermakers!" He was a devoted father to his children and grandchildren and always enjoyed the time he could spend with each of them. His love of music and photography was passed onto his children and grandchildren, along with his love of football and basketball. He will be dearly missed by so many.
Burial will be held in Leo, Indiana at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gateway Woods Children's Home, 14505 Klopfenstein Road, Leo, IN 46765.
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Morton is handling arrangements. To leave an online condolence for the family visit www.knappjohnson.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Edward, please visit our floral store.
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Linda Witzig Coooer
October 17, 2025
Dear Stephanie, Heather, and Chris. This is Linda Witzig Cooper out in Oregon. My brother Fred told us about your dear father going onto glory! We pray for your comfort. Ken and I knew your family from Ventura county years ago when our families met regularly for mid week Bible studies. Such wonderful sweet memories we have of that time. Love to all of you, many blessings from the Lord. In Him, Ken and Linda Cooper.
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