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Frances Joarnt Obituary
St. Cloud, MN
Feb. 8, 1934 - Aug. 21, 2014
Funeral Services celebrating the life of Frances S. "Fran" Joarnt, 80, of St. Cloud will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at Love of Christ Lutheran Church in St. Cloud. Fran passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2014 at the St. Cloud Hospital with family by her side. Pastor Paul Hennings will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Sartell.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and after 12 Noon on Tuesday at the church.
Fran was born on February 8, 1934 in Salina, Kansas to the late Richard and Marie (Stonebraker) Peterson. After her mother's death at age nine, Fran was raised by her aunt Hattie Dixon and stepmother, Mollie Peterson. Fran lived in Kansas until 1976 and then moved to the St. Cloud area. She married Richard Joarnt on June 25, 1984. She was employed as a registered nurse for St. Cloud Surgical Associates and later in home care. After retirement, Fran volunteered her time at the church, helping in the office. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Kansas and Love of Christ Lutheran Church.
Fran enjoyed quilting, crocheting, painting, reading, cross stitching and spending time with her family and quilting friends.
She is survived by her husband, Rich of St. Cloud; children, Debra (Brian) Hertel of Emporia, KS, Cheryl Chance of Hutchinson, KS, Lisa (Mark) Bartels of Sartell, Brenda Joarnt of St. Cloud; grandchildren, Drew (Shannan) Chance, Megan Hertel, Tyler Janda, Erin (Joe) Jager, Allison Payonk; great grandchildren, Kayden Jager and Savanna Chance; sister, Judy Cunningham; and aunt, Betty Gifford.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Glenn Rutherford and Marvin Joarnt; brothers and sisters, Rosalee Hicks, Ronald Peterson, Richard Winters, Betty Johnston, Ray Peterson, Bob Drumwright and an infant brother.
A special thank you to the care team at Country Manor, special friend, Lin Walker and her church and quilting friends for their love and kindness to us all.
Memorials are preferred to the American Lung Association and Love of Christ Lutheran Church.
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
Lynn Rick
August 26, 2014
When I volunteered to work in the church office, Fran was my mentor. We shared many interests and I admired Fran for her compassion and willingness to help others. She will be missed by many.
August 26, 2014
I will miss Fran. She was a wonderful, giving person. I remember fondly the fun we had on retreats. Diane Zimmerman
Gloria Krueger
August 25, 2014
I so enjoyed visiting with Fran. I was her hygienist for years and always looked forward to seeing her. Our love for quilting and reading was our connection for sure. My sympathy to Fran's family. A very lovely lady was she!
August 24, 2014
Dear Uncle Rich, we are so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. ~Henry & Eileen Snyder
August 24, 2014
Dearest best friend, I will never forget you and always remember you. See you in heaven!
Lin Walker
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