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for Henry Franz
Sponsored by Terri,Tammy,Shelly,Todd.
Tammy
May 1, 2022
We miss you everyday but still feel the love we shared and always will.
Christiane Seiler
April 30, 2020
Henry Franz will never ever be forgotten. I would give so much to be able to go to breakfast with him again and talk about world events. He was a true philosopher.
Christiane Seiler
April 30, 2019
A wonderful man like Hank Franz will never be forgotten. He lives on in all who knew him.
May 15, 2016
to the children of Hank Franz!
wonderful that you keep the guest book permanently open. Your Dad will never be forgotten.
Christiane Seiler
Minneapolis MN
Kimberly Franz Nowak
September 24, 2015
Thank you so much for the kind words, Christiane! Our Father is dearly missed but we appreciate those that remember his amazing spirit!
September 24, 2015
I am so glad you keep the guest book open. Every time I pass a restaurant where I had breakfast with your Dad, where we talked about the German language he was studying, and about other world subjects, I regret his untimely absence. He was a wonderful person - hard to come by these days.
Christiane Seiler
retired German professor - Minneapolis MN
Diane Lang
September 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Hank was my boss at Ol' Mexico in 80's. I Learned alot from him,. He made me laugh, very nice man.
RIP Hank
Diane
May 5, 2014
yes, I still think of your father, especially now in the warmer weather. We used to go to breakfast where we talked at lngth about his mannifold adventures in life and, yes, about German grammar. He was goodand eager at learning it.
He was always grateful and so polite - a rare character trait these days!
RIP Hank, Christiane Seiler, Minneapolis, MN
Tammy Franz-Mallen
May 5, 2014
Thank you Cal for sharing your memories of our Father. It was so kind and wonderful for us to read an entry on his obituary page on the 4th year Anniversary of his death. We miss him every day but the anniversary of his death is tough for all of us as we can't believe how time passes without him. Really great to see this today, it brought comfort and you'll never know how much it meant! Thank you very much.
May 4, 2014
Cal Partee
Magnolia AR
Cal Partee
May 4, 2014
Hank's Family -I have been hoping to find Hank for years and Chef Pluntke did not know where he was and thought he might still be in Mexico where I worked with Hank ever day until about two weeks after the Princess opened. Oh what an inspiration he was! We cooked for the press and local Acapulco politicians and business leaders and we both worked the broiler station and did all the steaks which were shipped in from the USA and were Prime. Proud we were as it was a very large banquet of close if not over 1,000 and all were cooked medium rare to medium. Then the covers started to return and we always paid particular concern to what was left on the plates and to our shock steak after steak came back to the dishwash wth whole steaks , barely eaten, and hardy any that had been totally devoured. Pluntke was shocked and all the crew was in shock. Then we find out most residents ate Well Done because of the poor quality of meat in Acapulco at that time.
Just one little story from a great guy's life whom I dearly loved and listened to every word he spoke
joanne
January 2, 2012
miss you
Kimberly Franz
December 25, 2010
Love and Miss You each day...
Love Kimmy
Christiane Seiler
December 24, 2010
thinking of your father and grandfather, Hank, especially today on Christmas Eve. You will miss him as do his many friends
The last hour I saw you healthy, I had no idea your cold was turning into Pneumonia Dad.
Shelly Franz-Lisser
August 19, 2010
Dad's Stone, engraved exactly like I ordered, and right next to Grandpa & Grandma-- He would be pleased!
Shelly Franz-Lisser
August 19, 2010
It was chilly in Texas when Dad was with us that year, but he enjoyed the change in temp!
Shelly Franz-Lisser
August 19, 2010
Tammy Franz-Mallen
August 19, 2010
Christiane and Estela- you will never know how much your messages meant! I wanted to reach both of you and did not know how, can never Thank YOU enough for your kind words! Can't believe that you both sent messages so close to each other and I have wondered if both of you knew! Please contact me on facebook if you read this, just want to share some things with you! Tammy Franz-Mallen
A friend
August 18, 2010
My deepest condolences for your loss. May the memories of the time spent with him help you in this sad time.
Estela
August 18, 2010
Hank was a great person to spend time with. The sandy beaches of Acapulco, the golf outings, the tennis matches, the exploration of Mexico's villages brought him joy. But his joy was not full for he was too far from his kids. He was sad to leave Acapulco, but he was genuinely happy to go back to St. Paul and share in the lives of his children. Family meant lots to Hank, and I am glad to know family love was what he had at the end of his short journey. He did deserve that.
Friends don't get any better than you, Hank! You will always be remembered with love.
Christiane Seiler Christiane
August 16, 2010
Hank has been in my German classes several times and was always very polite and attentive. He really wanted to increase his knowledge of German. A very fine person to have in an adult evening class. We also used to go to breakfast and look for small cozy places. While having breakfast, Hank would ask me to clarify for him some difficult grammatical concept of the German language. I enjoyed doing it for he would understand fast. Then he loved to talk about his family, i.e. his children and grandchildren whom he loved so much, and also tell me stories about his many trips. Such an interesting life! I am sure you, his family, will miss him a lot. He was a fine man!
Burial service
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
June 4, 2010
Private family service at Cemetery
Michelle Franz-Lisser
June 4, 2010
St. John's Cemetery--Eagan,MN
Michelle Franz-Lisser
June 4, 2010
Dad & Carlee eating at The Roadhouse Grill - Kingwood, TX
Michelle Franz-Lisser
June 4, 2010
Grandkids & Grammy at Dad's Service
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Ter/Tam & I ( Shelly) stayed behind to spend a few more minutes praying for Dad
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad's private burial service- 5/08/10
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
KIm,Todd,Tam,Shell,Mom,Ter,Jen (Dad's svc)
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad playing COOTIE with the girls 2008 in KIngwood
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad & I sitting at counter- last visit to Centennial House
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Me, Dad. mom & Aunt Judy : Last time together w-Dad @ Centennial House
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad & I in his room @Centennial House--Las time I saw him there--before he got pneumonia
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad, Me. Mom, Todd : Boston 19 years ago-my wedding
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad & Mitch 2009
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad & Carlee @Centennial House summer 2009
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad, Todd & I eating David Fong's Chow Mein @mom's last summer
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad & I ( Shelly) @Centennial House 10/09
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Dad - CHristmas Holiday 2008
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Carlee, Dad "Grandpa" , Carrington @Lake Houston
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 14, 2010
Jeff Brown
May 11, 2010
Kim and Family, I am very sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Take care.
May 10, 2010
Hello Terri & Family,
What a beautiful life story about your dad. Thank you for sharing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Carrie Valencia (Weston, FL)
Barbie Roberts
May 9, 2010
Terri, I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tanya Garcia
May 7, 2010
iloveyouu hank (:
your a greaat godfatheer.
i know ur still with mee (:
Stephanie & Glen Wollin (Welt)
May 7, 2010
My deepest sympathies to all of the Franz & extended family. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your loved ones during this difficult time. May all his beloved memories live forever in your hearts.
Beth Franz
May 7, 2010
Hank was a great guy and always very nice to me. I remember buying my first car from him and Todd when I was in high school in '94! Great memory! He will be very missed.
May 7, 2010
Please know our thoughts are prayers are with your entire family during this time of sadness. May the fond memories last forever in your hearts.
Judi and Howard Bland
MaryAnn Corbin
May 6, 2010
I had the honor of working with Hank at Chi-Chi's in Richfield in the early 70's. He was one the of nicest men I have ever had the honor to know, had a great sense of humor and was a beautiful human being.
MaryAnn Corbin
Kevin Johnson
May 6, 2010
Hank Franz was a big influence in my young life when I worked at Chi Chi's beginning in 1976. I benefitted from his expertise, his guidance, and especially, his patience. I'm truly saddened by this news. My deepest sympathy to all.
Mike & Dayna Feist
May 6, 2010
Todd & Ellen, we are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura Wieck
May 6, 2010
What a pleasure it was to hear all these great stories! Kim & Maria Justin and I are thinking of you lots. xoxo
Celebrating your 71st Birthday Centennial House
MIchelle Franz-Lisser
May 6, 2010
Dad, My heart is broken, but I rejoice in the fact that you were able to meet your maker. I will NEVER forget the special memories and the togetherness we had these last few years. Despite your illness, my children and family had the pleasure of really knowing you & spending time with you, and allowing us to care for you--unforgetable! Rich & I and the kids cherish that time you lived with us. Thank you for allowing me to care for you! I will never forget being with you in your final hours here on earth! I know you are finally at Peace now, that is what gives me comfort. Just know how much you were loved, and the memories that are your legacy. Although there is a hole in our hearts, we rejoice at your new beginning.
Love always, your daughter Shelly
Rich, Corbin, Carrington,
Carlee & Crosbee--Your Texas Family
John & Wanda Franz
May 6, 2010
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Hank will certainly be missed.
Joyce Franz
May 6, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and children during this very sad time. We will all miss him.
May 6, 2010
Just as ships disappear beyond the horizon out of view - This doesn't mean they are gone forever just that we have to meet them at the next stop.
Peace and love to you and your family.
Candace Sacco
May 6, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Katie Hanson
May 6, 2010
Kim, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe Feinberg
May 6, 2010
Here's to all the fond memories and happy times we had. My condolences to all. Hank is now at peace and with all our other loved departed family and friends. He will be missed.
Gregg McElroy
May 6, 2010
Todd, Ellen and family. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. Hank was a great man and a great mentor. Hank taught me many things about life and I am a better person now have knowing him. Hank will be deeply missed.
Kimberly Franz
May 6, 2010
Love never dies. Love You, Dad.
Jen Franz-Leuma
May 6, 2010
"The storm is over...the sun is out!"
Who know that the timing of that could be so true. The storm is over, and now you are at peace. I am so thankful for you, as you and my mom, Nancy, gave me the best siblings one could ever have! And an extended family that took me in as their own. For that I am grateful. I will never forget the Sadie Hawkins dance you catered for my friends and I at my moms! It was like having Chi-Chi's made for us at home. Great memories!
Your softspoken smile will be missed. Thank you for being part of my life.
XOXO
Jen
Joan Johnson
May 6, 2010
Our love and prayers surround you all at this very difficult time. We enjoyed Hank's company and are very glad we've known him.
Lisa Prestegard
May 6, 2010
Peace and prayers to your family, Todd. I am so sorry for your loss.
"Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality." ~Emily Dickinson
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