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Frances R. Kirst

Frances R. Kirst

Frances R. Kirst age 87 of Durand, formerly of Cedarburg, died Saturday March 7, 2015 at The Neighbors of Dunn County in Menomonie.

Frances was born May 12, 1927 in Milwaukee.  She was the daughter of Frank and Elsie (Goetzke) Murlasits and grew up in the Milwaukee area and graduated from Rufus King High School.  Frances married Kenneth Kirst April 10, 1948 in Milwaukee.  After marriage they moved to Cedarburg where they worked and raised their family.  Frances worked at Alston’s Dept. Store as a sales clerk in Cedarburg for many years.  After retiring, Frances and Ken moved to Montello and after Ken’s death in 2002, Frances moved to Durand to be closer to her family.  Frances enjoyed going to Thrift/garage sales, shopping and spending time with family and friends.

Frances is survived by two children, Karen (John) Zacharias of Durand, James Kirst of West Bend, five grandchildren, Christina (Mallie) Reed of Colorado, Jennifer Krueger of West Bend, Michael Kirst of West Bend, Jeremy (Jamie) Kirst of Cedarburg, Robby (Kerrin) Wollner of Colorado;  nine great grandchildren, Racheal, Sakima, Dylan, Cameron, Alexis, Brooklyn, Ryan, Kyle and Kenny; a sister, Judy Stankiewicz of Kenosha; a sister-in-law, Judy Murlasits of Menomonee Falls; a son-in-law, Bob Wollner of Colorado, five nieces and several cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth, a daughter Sandy Wollner, a brother Frank Murlasits and a sister Rosemary Murlasits.

Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Saturday March 14, 2015 at the Center of Hope Church in Durand with Pastor John Zacharias officiating.  Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday with lunch to follow.

Memorial services will also be held in the Cedarburg area at a later date.

Condolences

  1. Crystal Dow

    Frances was a lively, great lady---Her and her cat were on my visiting list very often, when I lived close to her apartment. I imagine her in heaven, with lotza kitty cats all just lovin every minute of her tender stroking and love. She was a great lady, and it was a pleasure to get to know her as a friend. Sorry for your loss.

  2. Syl and Anne Weyker

    Karen, Jim and Family - Our sympathies to you - we saw your mom's obituary in today's Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel and were sorry to hear of her passing. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

  3. Christy Murlasits Ahal

    Dear Aunty Fran: I love you and cherish every memory you have blessed me with. I know your celebrating your reunion with Uncle Ken, Sandy and Dad and the rest of the family. Just a small verse from my favorite artist and song ..

    I'll pray with every tear And be thankful for the time I had you here. I wanna live my life just like you did
    And make the most of my time just like you did
    And I wanna make my home up in the sky just like you did
    Oh, but until I get there, until I get there

    Just save a place for me, save a place for me
    'Cause I will be there soon.

    Read more: Matthew West - Save A Place For Me Lyrics | MetroLyrics

    Love and prayers to Karen, John and Jim. Love you much! Christy

  4. Nancy Connolly

    So sorry for your loss.

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