Frances Funk

“The two most important days of your life are the day you are born and the day you discover why.” -Mark Twain

Frances loved to tell stories. Joy followed her everywhere. One never wondered where Frances was – just follow the laughter and there she would be, entertaining an audience.

Seemingly ordinary moments became extraordinary, as she interpreted life through the eyes of eternity. The story of a water buffalo was transposed to the love of her Saviour, Jesus Christ. This was her favourite story to tell. The story of Jesus.

Frances loved all things beautiful. With her advice and adjustments, she would beautify anything if allowed to.

Frances loved people. Friends became family and family became friends in her presence. “Go put the kettle on and let’s have a chat”, was an invitation frequently extended. Wisdom was in no short supply. Many life-altering conversations happened during those times.

Frances loved her family. She was predeceased by her husband Jake of 59 years, and by her infant daughter Airdrie. She will be missed by her son Colin (Cindy), daughter Jocelyn, and treasured grandsons, nieces and nephews, and many cousins and friends.

On October 29th at 10:29 am in the comfort of her bed, under the loving care of family and friends, Frances at the age of 83, entered into the joyful presence of her Saviour, Jesus Christ.

Due to restrictions burial will be a private family gathering.  

A picnic for family and friends to honour Frances will be held in the summer.

To leave messages of condolence for the family, please visit www.ronaldmoffitmemorialservices.com

In memory of Frances, donations may be gifted to the Southeastern Manitoba Festival to support music excellence through the Frances Funk Award Fund. 

Mail to: SEMF c/o Frances Funk Award Fund, Box 3334, Steinbach, MB R5G 1P6

 Or E-transfer: semftreasurer@mymts.net c/o Frances Funk Award Fund

Or, Adult and Teen Challenge of Central Canada.

83 Kate St. Winnipeg, MB, R3A 1J9. Phone number: 204-647-4200.

Ronald Moffit Memorial Services of Portage la Prairie, MB, in care of arrangements.

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