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Francis G. Hanshew

1939 - 2010

BORN

1939

DIED

2010

Francis Hanshew Obituary

Francis G. Hanshew, 71, of Brook passed away Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at 3:40 p.m. at his Brook residence. He was formerly of Monon, and was born May 6, 1939, in Fairbury, Ind., to the late Paul and Stella Birch Hanshew.
He was an upholsterer for 30 years before retiring, and owned his own business.
Surviving are two sons, Keith F. Hanshew of Brook and Kevin Hanshew of Highland; two daughters, Kassandra (Ricky) Mason of Highland and Kimberly (Joe) Kleckauskas of Bradenton, Fla.; two brothers, Kenneth Hanshew of Hayworth, Ill., and Jack (Cindy) Beckoff of Reynolds; one sister, Bonnie Sauls of Monon; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three sisters.
A funeral service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice. Gerts Funeral Home of Brook is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Newton County Enterprise from Nov. 17 to Dec. 17, 2010.

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