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Frances Jentoft Obituary
Frances Evelyn Jentoft, 78, died gracefully on January 6th, 2024, at Hilltop Healthcare.
She was born on June 29th, 1945, to Edward and Evelyn English in Milwaukee, WI.
She was welcomed by our Savior with open arms. Fran or Frannie, by those who loved her, was a veteran of the United States Air Force. After retirement she had a 30-year career with Bell Telephone, later CWA.
Frances is preceded in death by her loving husband, Ronald Jentoft; son, Randal Ray; daughter, Robyn Renee; and her parents, Edward and Evelyn English Sr.
She is survived by daughters, Rhonda Lyn (Darren) and Regina Kathleen; stepson, Kevin Jentoft; Regina’s children, Danielle, Jackie, Arly, Mahieliah, and Clarence; and Robyn’s children, Stephanie and Ian; and many friends and extended family.
A private celebration of life will occur at a later date.
Funeral arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home, 600 E. 2nd St., Duluth, MN 55805 (218) 727-3555
600 E. Second Street, Duluth, MN 55805
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