Frances Spielman
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On April 27, 2020 @ 4:29 pm In 2020,Obituaries | 6 Comments
Frances Spielman, age 91, of Shakopee, MN, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 25, 2020, at the Wellstead of Rogers, in Rogers, MN.
Frances will be laid to rest at a private graveside service at Oakwood Cemetery in Belle Plaine, MN. A celebration of life service will be held later. Condolences can be left below, and cards mailed to Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, 104 W. 1st St., Jordan, MN 55352. Any memorials received will be distributed in Frances’ memory, by the family.
Frances Marilyn was born March 4, 1929, in Lake Crystal, MN to Hugh and Julia (Shaw) Lewis. The youngest of 6 children, she attended Belle Plaine High School where, despite her shyness, Frances was homecoming queen.
Frances married Donald Harrison Spielman of Prior Lake, MN, on June 18, 1949. Shortly after, they purchased a house in Shakopee, where they raised 3 children, Jeff, Joel and JoEllyn. Donald died way too soon at age 42. Frances persevered alone through the years and eventually found companionship with Cliff Thompson, of Maple Grove, MN. Her dog Snuggles was the focus of their love and affection.
Frances was a loving, supportive mother who guided her children the best she could and took pride in what they accomplished. Frances loved her home, had an undeniable gift for interior decoration and a sense of style in the clothes she wore. Frances loved to dance and enjoyed being around people, especially her relatives. Frances had “spunk” and determination, was a good sport who could laugh at herself, was direct with her opinions and a woman of strong religious faith. Frances later years were overcome by dementia and she passed away at age 91, at the Wellstead of Rogers, where she had lived since 2013. Frances’ family greatly grieves the woman we knew.
Forever loved and missed by children, Jeff Spielman, Joel (Julie) Spielman, JoEllyn (John) Wicht; grandchildren, Joni, Jenna, Jack and James Wicht, Joel Jr. (Ciera), Sean, Mellissa, Jacey and Jessica Spielman. Frances has 10 great grandchildren as well.
There to welcome Frances home in heaven are her husband, Don Spielman; special companion, Cliff Thompson; parents, Hugh and Julia; siblings, Ethel, Dorothy, Lorraine, Alvera and Harlan
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Thank you for the kind expression of sympathy. We greatly appreciate it. It was a special neighborhood to grow up in. I remember Nancy, Mickey and mom used to get together regularly over coffee for conversation and laughter. It was a different time then but it’s nice to recall. Inevitably, life happens with all the good and bad it brings. Best wishes to all and God’s blessings.
Jeff, Joel and JoEllyn
My heart goes out to all of the family. I’ll not forget Frans’ beauty, both heart and spirit. Always loving and strong for the kids. Our Walsh family grew up with Jeff, Joel & Joellyn. Jeff has a special place in my heart as we danced and performed many times. Prayers for you all at this time of sorrow.
Love & care. Eileen Walsh Hopster
Thanks for remembering our mother, Eileen. It means a lot to us as we feel the absence of mom’s soul here with us on earth. The Walsh kids played a big part in our childhood. I don’t think I was any happier than when playing a game of kick-the-can with you guys or when we both did back flips down the lawn. And tree forts! We so much appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Best wishes and may god bless! Take care.
Jeff, Joel and JoEllyn
Jeff, Joel and JoEllyn I have great memories of your mom .I always thought she was such a fashionista and beautiful lady! You have my deepest sympathies!
Joanie Duede Nagle
Thank you, Joanie, for sharing your memory of our mom. She definitely had a sense of style when it came to clothes and even on a budget could pull it together. “Fashionista” makes me smile …she wouldn’t know what that was…but it suits her. I remember you and Chuckie and your mom in the house on the corner lot, down the alley at the end of the block. A lot of life happening between then and now. We appreciate your message of condolence. All the best to you and your loved ones. God bless!
Jeff, Joel and JoEllyn
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Jeff, Joel and JoEllyn; please know that we are thinking of you all during this time. Fran was part of an important neighborhood who help raise me. I will say a little prayer each time I walk by her resting place as once again I am a neighbor.
Our condolences to you all from Belle Plaine.