Obituary of Mary Franson

Mary Cecilia Franson, 95, of Ohaton, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at St. Mary's Hospital in Camrose, Alberta. Mary was born in Heisler, Alberta to John and Irene Klein. She was the eldest of six children. She married David Victor Franson on December 30, 1939. She had a passion for woodworking, gardening, and animals. She spent many hours in her shop making everything from knives and picture frames, to toys and miniature buildings. Mary will be loved and remembered by her son, Victor (Audrey), and her daughter, Della Byce. She also leaves to mourn seven grandchildren, Charlene (Todd), Scott (Jodi), Corey (Shannon), Vanessa (Darcy), Trisha, Becky (Levi), and C.J. (Amanda). She was blessed, and will be missed, by eighteen great-grandchildren. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, Leo (Blanche) Klein, Bernice (Bruce) Albers, Bertha Mills and Walter (Joyce) Klein; daughter-in-law Kathy (Calvin) Omoth; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her husband David (Dave), her daughter Patricia and son Ricky, her granddaughter Shelley, great-granddaughter Amanda, brother Lawrence (Ilene) Klein and numerous others for whom she cared deeply. A Prayer Vigil was held on Sunday, July 10, 2016 at 7:00 pm from Burgar Memorial Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 11:00 am from St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Camrose with Reverend Joseph Jacobsen as Celebrant. Interment has taken place in the Camrose Cemetery. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the charity of one's choice.