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Francis Eugene MADDOX

FUNERAL HOME

Cremation Society of Minnesota (First Memorial Funeral Chapel)- Minneapolis

4343 Nicollet Ave. S

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Francis MADDOX Obituary

Age 93, of Stillwater passed away peacefully on January 8 in his sleep. Preceded in death by wives, Eileen & Dollie; son-in-law, Jack Thimmesh & grandson, Chris Thimmesh. Survived by children, Francine (Bruce) Jones, Patti Thimmesh, Tom (Jeanne), Mark (Tricia), Melanie (Doug) MacLean & Mary (Christopher Buslee); step-daughter, Linda Hanson; 20 grand & great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Cremation Society of MN, 4343 Nicollet Ave. S., Minneapolis, (612-825-2435) on Saturday January 12, at 4 PM with visitation 1hour prior.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Francis MADDOX

21 Entries

Tom and Linda

January 5, 2024

Maddox family
Uncle Fran will be remembered for a long time by all his family and friends. You cannot not remember him for his attitude, kindness, and especially his humor. He was famous for his hugs and hearty back "pats". Uncle Fran's name comes up when we do those hugs at home. Here's to you Uncle Fran! Till we meet again.....

Barbara Carter Smith

January 31, 2013

To all the Maddox families..I want to express my condolence on the passing of your Pa. You were so blessed to have had him for so many years. When we were together, I always felt there was so much love in your family. I always remember his "Back Home Again in Indiana". God's blessings to all.
Your cousin, Barbara

January 27, 2013

To Melly and all of the Maddox Families,
It was an honor to have "Pa" in our lives for many, many years. What a dedicated, hard working, fun-loving man! I will treasure the many visits we had while at the Masonic Home...whenever we would have our chat, he looked at me and said "AMEN"! Every time I would leave from my visit, I teared up and thought "he truly should be showing people of all ages the true beauty of living a positive, loving, honest life". He is my inspiration that I will always carry in my heart. You are all a beautiful family that we dearly love. Always, Mike & Connie

January 15, 2013

It is always sad when you lose a parent. Your dad was a great guy, always full of fun & laughter. He will be missed but you have wonderful memories. Love, Mary Jean Kelly

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January 15, 2013

It is always sad when you lose a parent, no matter what the age. Your dad was a wonderful man always full of fun. He will be missed but you all have great memories. Love, Mary Jean Kelly

Mike O'Donnell

January 14, 2013

On Grand Avenue, I remember the go cart he built. You could steer it, neat. Didn't they roller skate in the gym at Annunciation; my mother told me he was a very good roller skater. Remember his smile, and welcoming chat when we worked on the Milwaukee RR. Remember his girls, Francine, a sweetheart, who baby sat me, and Patty, who beat me up. Sorry, no sorrow from me. He lived life on the sunny side for ninety three years, I envy Francis Eugene.

Leslie Granbeck

January 12, 2013

I met Francis a couple of years ago. He always made me smile with his special blessings. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mel, and the entire family .

Diane Walker Neal Houser

January 11, 2013

Uncle Fran was part of my life whwn I was young. His 0lder sister was my Mom who he called (Al). Every year they would take the train to Indiana to see all of us, we waited on that train because we new a lot of fun and love was coming. Both his sisters,and my mom Al and my Aunt Lela his other sister. Unle Fran would sing and we join in. I wish I could write about all things we did with Uncle Fran but it would be a book. Love to all of you kids. He had a great life and I know you all will miss him. (you are my sun shine, my only sun shine, you make me happy when skies are gray) Love

Anna Dreyer

January 11, 2013

You are a lucky clan to have had such a wonderful example of love and devotion your Dad felt for his family. He lived a long and happy life and I'm glad he stayed for the his 93rd birthday party, what a great celebration.

Craig and Mary Reiners

January 11, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Maddox family and all those who feel the loss of such a special man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

January 11, 2013

I too lived on Grand Ave and spent many days playing on the street with all those Maddox kids. My memories of Fran were that he was a family man, who played the sliding guitar and sang for us, the man who built stilts and taught us all how to walk with them. The man who drove mom and I all over looking for a doctor to stitch me up and ending up at General Hospital. I have many fond memories of he and Ike and their kids. They baby sat me when I was 16 as my folks went on vacation and I was working. Good People, who I truly have missed but who live in my heart. My sympathy to the family. Susan O'Donnell Hobot

Jerry Cosner

January 10, 2013

Uncle Fran,what can you say?He always had a sense of humor,I remember him being questioned by my aunt Eileen about how he got to and from the store so fast as he went to get us all ice cream,he told her that there were no red lights that they were just turning pink.These are the things that stick in my mind when I think back to the good old days .Remember him with smiles.I do.

January 10, 2013

I feel blessed the Fran was in my life. I have great memories. I used to love trading jokes with him. I loved his great sense of humor. He was a very loving family Man also. He will be on my daily prayer list along with Eileen and Dollie.

Bob and Becky Hoppe

January 10, 2013

Our love and prayers are with you. We know how much dear, sweet Fran meant to all of you. We are belssed to have known this wonderful gentleman, an inspiration to all.

Judy O'Donnell

January 10, 2013

I have warm thoughts of your father and family. I lived at 5833 Grand.
One of my last times seeing him was having him drive me to Holy Angels in a big orange bus.
He was a kind and gentle man.
I remember him as always giving of himself to others and a good example to all.

I am sorry for your loss.

Tom, Linda & Family Carter

January 10, 2013

Our family was deeply saddened upon hearing the news of Uncle Fran's passing. We will all miss Uncle Fran's hearty hugs and "love of life" attitude. With every visit from Uncle Fran and family, we were left with memories that will last forever. We are sending you our sincerest condolences and know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Lori (Mattsson) Bjorke

January 10, 2013

It's always sad to hear that parents of friends I knew as a young girl are now passing away. Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Terry O'Donnell

January 10, 2013

I have warm memories of your Dad while growing up - (I was young when we were on Grand, but remember Lyndale and Xerxes well). Today when asked about those days, my Mom (Nell) still speaks fondly of 'Ike and Fran'.
We're hopeful the memories from years past comfort you through your time of loss.

Penny Moldestad-Butler

January 10, 2013

I can't remember a time when the Maddox family wasn't a part of my families life. My Dad and Mom were friends of Fran and Eileen from their school days. That friendship never faded it only grew stronger as the years passed. Through bad times and good times my Dad could always count on Fran's friendship and great humor. What a wonderful, long life Fran had and what a terrific, loving family he has left as his legacy. Sending love to each one of you, how I wish I could be there to pay my respects to your Dad just as you were there for all of us when my Dad passed.
He will never be forgotten, Francis Maddox was as fine a man as there ever was.
Sending love and light to all the Maddox family.

Jon & Linda Moldestad

January 10, 2013

Our sincerest condolences on behalf of the Moldestad family...

Diane Freund

January 10, 2013

Uncle Fran will be missed. What a blessing he passed away in his sleep.
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Diane Freund

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