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Frances Zak Obituary
Frances J. Zak, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday. She was born in Appleton in 1939, daughter of the late Emil and Mildred Glass. Frances loved going on casino trips to Las Vegas and enjoying coffee with her friends.
She is survived by her three daughters: Debbie (Keith) Otte of Appleton, Suszanne Guckenberger of Appleton, and Malissa (Michael) Ahrens of Menasha; four grandchildren: Shannon and Westley Otte and Michael and Michelle Guckenberger; sister Geraldine (Jim) Clark; and numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends. Frances was preceded in death by her former husband and longtime friend Raymond Zak; good friend Judy Laub; seven siblings; and four legged companion Molly.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the WICHMANN TRI-COUNTY CHAPEL, 1592 Oneida Street, Menasha. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.
She will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved her. We love you Mom.
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for Frances Zak
Meg Wood
September 25, 2015
Sadly, found this by accident and too late while searching for phone numbers. I am sorry I couldn't find you in October of 2013 when we were in Appleton. It would have been nice to have seen you as an adult. Rest well. Meg, Emily's daughter
RONNIE JANSEN
June 13, 2015
I was so sad to hear the news of Franny's passing. She was such a good friend to my Mom and we really appreciated her help during my Mom's last days. So unfortunate that My girlfriend (Mary) and I could not attend the service. But you are in our thoughts and prayers.
I'm sure Franny and my mom are up to their old tricks wherever they are. Love you all Ronnie & Mary
Kim and Bill Niemi
June 13, 2015
Fran you will be dearly missed. You always made me smile even if I was having a really bad day. RIP my friend, you are with the angels now.
Vicki Gartzke
June 13, 2015
Malissa, I am so sorry for your loss. Always remember the good times. I will be praying for you and your family.
Tom Truckey
June 12, 2015
My condolences to you, Mike, and your family. You and your family is in my prayers
June 12, 2015
Sorry to hear about your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Time heals, but the memories continue on.....
Don
June 11, 2015
You will be missed at the Golden Basket coffee clutches! You always had something to say!
June 11, 2015
How,sad but please take courage in the words of David at 2samual 22:3 God will Remember! C.M
mary zak
June 11, 2015
so sorry to hear about your loss..Prayers being said for the family
June 11, 2015
Deb, Suszanna, and Missy sending you condolences to your families. You have many memories to get you through these difficult times. Out of sight does not mean out of mind, she will live within you forever. She will be with you at every slot machine too. So sorry we can't make the service as we will be in Hudson. We will be thinking of you all during this time.. Al and Wanda Fischer
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