Frances Colner

Frances Colner obituary, Irwin, PA

Frances Colner

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Frances Colner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Inc. - North Huntingdon on Feb. 27, 2026.
Frances Colner, 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026, at her home. She was born December 2, 1931, in North Braddock, a daughter of the late John and Mary (Kocan) Kenda. Prior to her retirement, Frances was a processor in the loan department for Herminie Bank and a member of St. Edward Parish. She enjoyed trips to the beach, was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan, especially attending Pirate games and Frances cherished the time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Colner, and siblings, Steve Kenda, John Kendra I, Martha Kenda, Bernie Beckstein, Mary Kenda and John Kenda II. She is survived by her sons, Anthony "Butch" Colner, John Colner and his wife, Elaine; daughters, Karen Ziska and her husband, Jim, Fran Sico and her husband, Joe; grandchildren, Laurie (Joe) Butera, Mike (Stacy) Ziska, Abby, Eric and Sarah Sico; great-grandchildren, Luca, Dom, Kaylyn and Maddy. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 9 - 9:30 a.m., at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment in Irwin Union Cemetery. The family would like to thank Bethany Hospice for their compassionate care they gave to Frances. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethany Hospice or St. Agnes Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Inc.

176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642

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3

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

St. Agnes Church

11400 St. Agnes Lane, North Huntingdon, PA 15642

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Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.