1934
Irene
2016
Irene Frank
October 18, 1934 — February 6, 2016
Irene M. Frank, 81, Bismarck, died February 6, 2016 at her residence in Bismarck.
Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Faith Lutheran Church, Bismarck, ND with Rev. Jon Splichal Larson presiding. Inurnment will be at North Dakota Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the service on Thursday.
Irene was born October 18, 1934 to Edward E. Koepplin and Katie (Roth) Koepplin in Lehr, ND. She graduated from Wishek High School. Irene married Lawrence “Larry” Frank on September 9, 1956. She worked at the ND Job Service where she retired December 31, 1999.
Irene had a strong work ethic and devoted herself to taking care of the three men in her life: Larry, Bruce and Steve. Irene’s greatest pride was her family, especially her grandchildren. She lived a life enjoying the simple things. Irene and Larry spent much of their time watching a variety of sports including golf, football, baseball and basketball. She was an avid fan of Michael Jordan and never missed an opportunity to make her football picks. Irene was a grandma who was always up for playing games and will be missed for her stash of goodies, scotcharoos and homemade caramel rolls. Her spirit was one of kindness, gentleness and generosity, endearing her to everyone who knew her. Irene showed us the meaning of love, honesty, integrity, and offered support whenever needed. Much loved and loving, a true friend with a ready smile and laugh, Irene will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Irene will be deeply missed by her husband, Lawrence; sons, Steven (Julie), Bismarck, Bruce (Denise), Kennewick, WA; sister, Bernice Schlenker, Wishek; sister-in-law, Irene Koepplin, Wishek; 5 grandchildren, Nathan, Aimee, Kristan, Madison, Jake; 8 great-grandchildren.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents; In-laws, Jacob & Pauline Frank; sister, Agnes (Harold) Miller, Margie (Don) Solberg; brother, Edgar and brother-in-law, Walter Schlenker;
In lieu of flowers the family welcomes memorials.
Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Faith Lutheran Church, Bismarck, ND with Rev. Jon Splichal Larson presiding. Inurnment will be at North Dakota Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to the service on Thursday.
Irene was born October 18, 1934 to Edward E. Koepplin and Katie (Roth) Koepplin in Lehr, ND. She graduated from Wishek High School. Irene married Lawrence “Larry” Frank on September 9, 1956. She worked at the ND Job Service where she retired December 31, 1999.
Irene had a strong work ethic and devoted herself to taking care of the three men in her life: Larry, Bruce and Steve. Irene’s greatest pride was her family, especially her grandchildren. She lived a life enjoying the simple things. Irene and Larry spent much of their time watching a variety of sports including golf, football, baseball and basketball. She was an avid fan of Michael Jordan and never missed an opportunity to make her football picks. Irene was a grandma who was always up for playing games and will be missed for her stash of goodies, scotcharoos and homemade caramel rolls. Her spirit was one of kindness, gentleness and generosity, endearing her to everyone who knew her. Irene showed us the meaning of love, honesty, integrity, and offered support whenever needed. Much loved and loving, a true friend with a ready smile and laugh, Irene will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Irene will be deeply missed by her husband, Lawrence; sons, Steven (Julie), Bismarck, Bruce (Denise), Kennewick, WA; sister, Bernice Schlenker, Wishek; sister-in-law, Irene Koepplin, Wishek; 5 grandchildren, Nathan, Aimee, Kristan, Madison, Jake; 8 great-grandchildren.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents; In-laws, Jacob & Pauline Frank; sister, Agnes (Harold) Miller, Margie (Don) Solberg; brother, Edgar and brother-in-law, Walter Schlenker;
In lieu of flowers the family welcomes memorials.
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