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Frances Holata Obituary

FRANCES M. HOLATA (nee CHANDOS) CALUMET CITY, IL Frances M. Holata, (nee Chandos), passed away Monday, February 13, 2017. She is survived by her beloved husband John “Jack” Holata. Loving mother of Tiffany Holata; cherished aunt of, Allen Kilbury and Morgan Holata. Frances was preceded in death by her parents,Ormond and Elaine Chandos; sisters: Edith Stepancevich, Alice Salzman, Jackie Chandos and Lori Chandos. Funeral services for Frances will be held Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Schroeder-Lauer Funeral Home, 3227 Ridge Road, Lansing, IL. Cremation to follow. Friends may visit with the family from 3:00 PM until time of service. Frances loved singing and dancing, she always was dressed to the nines whenever she went out in public. Anybody who ever knew her, knew how big of heart Frances had. Frances loved her animals as much as she loved her family. She was a proud member of the American Legion Post 330 Ladies Auxiliary. She was loved by all who knew her and she will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made in Frances’s name to Muscular Dystrophy Association. www.schroederlauer.com
Published by The Times on Feb. 15, 2017.

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Deborah James

February 18, 2017

My deepest condolences to such a beautiful woman who opened her doors to my daughter Robin and her friends. The decorations in her home. ..Christmas and Halloween were amazing. She would never let me leave...fun and food...jokes and laughter...I loved her hair. Thank you Fran Jack and Tiff...for all the wonderful moments at your home...it was like home away from home

Helen and Mike Stewart

February 16, 2017

Jack and Tiff...So very sorry for your loss. Mike and I are here if you need us. Love to both of you at this most difficult of times. Cling to your memories to ease your sorrow and your friends and family to give you strength. God will do the rest.

Dawn Bemis-Roy

February 15, 2017

So glad to have had the pleasure of meeting and knowing Aunt Franny, She was an amazing woman, she was always so full of life, loved to sing and was a very intelligent woman. I will miss her dearly but i know she is now in a much better place. Rest, dance and sing ur heart out up there .
Love Always, Dawn, Ashley, Keely & Lance Roy

Rebecca Schmidt

February 15, 2017

Aunt Franny will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love you guys!!!! Fly high with the angels Aunt Franny!!!

Julie Sim

February 15, 2017

My condolences to the whole family. I wish I could be there with you Tiffany. Your parents treated me like one of their own. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Heather Mondo Brianna Lozano

February 15, 2017

So happy to have so many memories with you after all of these years. May you rest in peace...Much love,

Heather, Armando, & Brianna

Christopher Siatta

February 15, 2017

So sorry to hear about your mom, prayers are with you and your family.

Carol Carter

February 15, 2017

My Heartfelt condolences for all of you. We have surely lost one great lady. Will always be in my heart. Bless you

Diana Schmit-Michau

February 15, 2017

Tiffany, Jack and family - Fran was an amazing woman and we will miss her always. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Nathan

February 15, 2017

My condolences to the family. While it is a very difficult time, we can hold close in mind and heart the fond memories of her and keep reflecting on them often to help lessen the pain. Look to the God of comfort and peace for strenght.

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