Frances L. Jorgensen

1936 - 2015

Rancho Santa Fe Fran Jorgensen, 79, died Tuesday, December 8, 2015, at her home in Rancho Santa Fe, California.Fran was born February 16, 1936, to the late Joseph and Anna (Leja) Swiderski in Mosinee, Wisconsin. She attended Mosinee Schools, then went on to Marquette University to graduate with a degree in Dental Hygiene.Fran moved to California and then married Dr. Franklin Jorgensen. They co-worked their dental office. He preceded her in death in 2004. Together they traveled, doing a yearly trip to Hawaii, spending most of their time on the golf course. Clearly, these were her favorite trips. Fran loved to golf, she played tournaments, she would even play alone. She was very proud of her seven holes in one. She looked forward to, and enjoyed her yearly trips to Las Vegas, Nevada.When Fran's mother (Anna) was widowed, she made her home with Fran and Frank. She was treated like royalty in every way. Fran was a devout Catholic, attending daily mass when possible. A rosary was always near her.She is survived by sister, Sue (Dr. Milton) Walter of Medina, Washington; two brothers, Joe (Joanie) Swiderski of Leesburg, Florida, and Alex (Dianne) Swiderski of Mosinee, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Stanley, and two sisters, Tillie and Josie.A memorial mass will be held Saturday, February 13, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Church of the Nativity in Rancho Santa Fe, California.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Fran Jorgensen to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ ranchosantafereview . Frances L. Fran' Jorgensen February 16, 1936 - December 8, 2015