Audrey A. Franko

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Hobart, Indiana

Audrey Franko Obituary

AUDREY A. FRANKO Portage/Hobart, Indiana Audrey A. Franko, age 75, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2006. Audrey and her son Bill were visiting her daughter Laura on the beautiful island of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands at the time of her death. Audrey married William Franko on March 30, 1957. She worked in several secretarial positions throughout her life, but her favorite vocation was being a beloved grandmother. She was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church and was active in Mother's Circle and Couple's Club. Audrey was also a member of Sigma Alpha Chi Sorority, and enjoyed her travels and company with her sorority sisters. She was a 20+ year volunteer at St. Mary Medical Center working in the Surgical Waiting Room. She enjoyed playing cards with her special friends the Borchelts, Facklers, Marcie Rabatine and Janet Rosenbaum. Audrey is survived by her three children: William C. (fiance, Denise Swain) Franko of Hobart, Laura A. (Duane) Hausch of St. Thomas, USVI, and Robert J. (Shannon) Franko, Valparaiso; five cherished grandchildren: Anthony and Andrew Knies, William Franko, Jacob Franko and Sydney Franko; three step-grandchildren: Kasey Phillips, Dan Millender and Margaret Millender; and four sisters: Joyce (Robert) Crowe of Ft. Myers, FL, Doris (David) Leonard of Hobart, Gail (Greg) Myatt of TX, and Janet (late William) Harding of Indianapolis; and sister-in-law: Joan Schavey of AZ. Preceded in death by her parents, Carl & Doris Schavey, husband, William G. Franko, and brother, Carl Schavey. Memorial contributions are preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church and School. Funeral services will be Friday, March 10, 2006, 10:00 a.m. from Trinity Lutheran Church, 900 Luther Drive, Hobart, IN, the Rev. Gary S. Nagy officiating. Burial will be in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, IN. Visitation Thursday from 2;00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a 3:00 pm. SMMC Auxiliary service at Rees Funeral Home, 600 W. Old Ridge Road, Hobart.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 10, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Audrey Franko

8 Entries

Kimberly Kusza-Dunajski

March 13, 2006

Bill and Denise,

I want to express my sympathy your to your family. I am sorry that I have heard about your mothers death until today. Please let me know if I can do anything, I will be keeping you in my prayers each night. I love both of you guys like your my own brother and sister; most of all do not forget I would do anything for either of you and your family.

Love ya lots,

Laura Hausch

March 12, 2006

Thank you for the kind words. As my brother Bob already said, the responses here and at the funeral home have been comforting to us. We will all miss her. BUT, we know she is where she is meant to be now and no longer worrying or in pain. Sail on Audrey Arlene Franko.

CAROL BERTOLO-GAMILL

March 10, 2006

To The Franko Family, Our deepest sympathies to the loss of you mom, we just lost our mom over a year ago and your mom sent the most beautiful card. May your thoughts of good times and happiness get you through this time of sorrow. The Bertolo Family, Carmen, Don, Carol, Chuck and David

AL BREYFOGLE

March 9, 2006

Laurie, Bill and Bob,

I can only thank Aunt Audrey for ALL the memories I have of her and Uncle Bill. As we grew older I know the times we were together were diminished. But that has not weakened the love Sharon and I have for your family. Your parents lived life to the fullest, and now have the best seats in the house for Brickie football!!

Love and Prayers,

Al and Sharon kids and grandkids

Bob Franko

March 8, 2006

Thank you to all that have left messages thus far - and those that intend to. On behalf of my brother Bill, and sister Laura, your kind words are most appreciated and touching. The thoughts, words and prayers of our family and friends have made an everlasting impression on each of us. Thank you again. We all miss our mom tremendously, but know that her and dad are probably already camping in Heaven's State Park while dad sings "It's Hard To Be Humble" to the crowd around the campfire.

Ron and Judy Kersey

March 8, 2006

Our deepest sympathies Laura, Bill and Bobby. Your parents were such wonderful people. We always enjoyed our days at Trinity with them. May you know Gods healing touch during the days ahead. Judy and Ron Kersey

Grace Veliz

March 7, 2006

My sympathies to Audrey's family. Had the pleasure of knowing her through her volunteerism at St. Mary Medical Center. Audrey & Bill were both such great people and so giving to the Community. We will miss her so much. They made such a positive contribution to the community and all.

Alon Dickson

March 7, 2006

Hobart has again lost one of its kind and valuable senior citizens. I was saddened to read of Audrey's death. I have very fond memories of times shared at SMMC where she served others for many years. Her upbeat personality and witty way was always a joy to experience.

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