Francen, Russell Jr. "Buzz" Age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer on April 18, 2016 at his home in Naples, Florida. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret & Russell Sr.; sister, Barbara Francen; brothers, Lawrence and Vernon Francen. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Charlotte; daughters, Lynn (Gregory) Dahlgren, Laurie (Kevin) Schintgen; son, Dann (Kris) Francen; grandchildren, Nicholas Schintgen, Melissa (Trenton) Carlson, Tyler (Amy) Dahlgren, Kelsey (Theodore) Gonsior, Danielle Francen, Karie Francen and Jenna Francen; 6 great-grandchildren; brother, Phillip (Marie) Francen; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. Memorial service 5:00 pm Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at Christ Lutheran Church (641 89th Ave. NE. Blaine). Visitation 1 hour prior to service on Wednesday. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society or Christ Lutheran Church. GearhartFuneralHome.com

Published on May 1, 2016


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