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Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Lucy Catholic Church (3101 Drexel Ave) on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, for a visitation from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm.
The celebration of her funeral Mass will follow at 12:00 pm with Rev. Craig Richter officiating.
She will be interred at Maple Grove Cemetery in Bruce Crossings, MI.
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RACINE – Mrs. Frances May Kuehnl, 82, passed away at her home on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
She was born in Kenton, MI on March 5, 1942, the daughter of the late Robert and Ethel (nee Hicks) Allen.
Frances married Bernard Kuehnl on May 21, 1960.
She worked as an LPN for St. Mary’s Medical Center for over 43 years, Frances was a longtime member of St. Lucy Catholic Church where she also participated in the Altar Society. She enjoyed crocheting handmade items, and even more so, giving them to others. Frances also loved to cook and make homemade jam for her family.
In addition to her husband Bernie, she is survived by her son, Bernard John Kuehnl; her daughter, Mary (Gene) Townsend; her grandchildren, Ryan (Laura) Townsend. Michelle (Erik) Spitzner, and Bethany (Ryan) Malchine; her great grandchildren, Evan, Owen, Avery, Bryce, Harper, Joseph, Hailey, Hanna, and Jacob; her brothers and sisters, Robert (Gail) Allen, John (Marie) Allen, Rose (James) Larson, Sue Uebe, Patrick Allen, Pauline (Mike) Rampanelli; her sister-in-law, Judy Hill; as well as many dear nieces and nephews.
Frances was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Charles, Dylan, and Aiden Townsend; her brother, Norman “Pete” Allen; as well as many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Lucy Catholic Church (3101 Drexel Ave) on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, for a visitation from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. The celebration of her funeral Mass will follow at 12:00 pm with Rev. Craig Richter officiating. She will be interred at Maple Grove Cemetery in Bruce Crossings, MI. Memorials have been suggested to the St. Lucy Catholic Church Altar Society.
Sharon (Hill) Bailey says
Condolences to Bernie, John, Mary and your families. I will never forget her smile and cute giggle. Rest in peace sweet Aunty.
Julie Ogren says
Mary, I babysat for little Ryan a million years ago. My mom worked with your Mom forever. Its not a call I want to make this morning. We don’t live in Racine anymore and not sure Sue and John saw the obit. Sending hugs to you, your Dad, and your brother. For all of you, you are in our thoughts and prayers. I really liked your Mom. From the moment we met when I was not even a teenager yet. She was special.
Brenda Brown says
Dear Uncle Bernie,
I am so sorry to hear about Frances. She was such a wonderful lady. I remember spending time with her when I visited Bruce Crossing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Brenda (Audrey’s daughter)
Antoinette Filz says
Bernie. Our Sympathy To you and your family So sorry we are not able to make it to the funeral as we are up north keeping you in our prayers Harry & Toni Filz
Lana J Schoeppe (LeMense) says
I’m so sorry to hear of Aunt Frances. Frances was such a blessing to me when I moved to Racine. She brought me around town and helped me get settled in.
My prayers for Bernie, John, Mary and families.