In loving memory of

FRANCES B. FLEISCHER
December 6, 1932 - January 10, 2013

Frances B. Fleischer, 80, of Marquette, passed away Thursday evening, January 10, 2013 at Marquette General Hospital in the comfort of her family.

Mrs. Fleischer was born on December 6, 1932 in Baltimore, Maryland, a daughter of the late Rudolph and Helen (Osbourne) Peters. Frances was affectionately known as the bird lady of McMillan Street and was an avid animal lover, but none more than her family and grandchildren.

She is survived by three children, Gordon (Kyong-Mo) Mendenhall of Colonial Heights, VA, Barbara (David) Cramer of Bonney Lake, WA and Karen (Stephen) Diedrich of Marquette; nine grandchildren, Charles Mendenhall, Elaine (T.J.) Thompson, Daniel Mendenhall, Lara (Jerrick) Linde, Susan (B.J.) Sprague, Jon (Michelle) Cramer, David (Sharon) Cramer, Nicholas Diedrich, and Adam Diedrich; seven great grandchildren, Jordan, Elijah, Buddy, Kailey, Lillian, Logan, and Benjamin; one brother, Pete (Claudia) Peters of Lewisville, TX; also four nephews and a niece. Preceding her in death besides her parents was her husband, LeRoy Fleischer on October 27, 1996; one sister, Shirley Hagner and a nephew, Harry Hagner, Jr.

Friends may call at the Canale-Tonella Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. where a memorial service will take place in the funeral home at 7 p.m. with Deacon Scott Jamieson officiating.

Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter, 84 Snowfield Road, Negaunee, MI 49866.

Memories may be shared at www.canalefuneral.com

Tributes

Adam Diedrich wrote on Jan 18, 2023:

"Gram, It's been 10 years. I miss you every day. You are a constant presence in my life. I miss you so much. Until we meet again in the kitchen cooking our egg sandwiches! Love you Gram! "

Betty Heikkinen-Greenleaf wrote on Jan 16, 2013:

"Karen & Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time."

pete peters wrote on Jan 15, 2013:

"I will see you with Jesus, my beloved sister. Bud"

Will Thompson Kate Matteson wrote on Jan 15, 2013:

"Some of my best college memeories are of sitting in Fran's swing chair with my dogs and talking about everything from Television to Beer. She was never to busy for a conversation and was always interested in what anyone wanted to speak about. Kate and I always kept Fran in our memories and often talk about her. Sorry for your loss, she will never be forgotten, Love, Will and Kate."

Scott and Sandy Nadeau wrote on Jan 14, 2013:

"We will miss Frans smiling face and conversations. She was a very kind lady. Our prayers to Frans family."

Steve and Betsy Savola wrote on Jan 13, 2013:

"Karen, Steve and Boys........We were so sad to hear about Fran.....She was such a sweet lady.....She loved you all sooooo much......Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time in your lives......remember the happy times.......Love Steve and Betsy"

Laura Gotham wrote on Jan 13, 2013:

"My sympathy is extended to all of Frans family. You will miss her sweet presence and I do also. Sincerely, Laura Gotham"

Linda Paavola wrote on Jan 12, 2013:

"Karen, Steve, Nick & Adam We are so so sorry for the loss of your Mom & Grandma. She was a very special lady, very loving & caring. Her family was her everything, she loved you all so much. You were so good to her, always putting her first. We feel so blessed to have known her & to have been part of her family. She will be missed. We are here for you. All our love, Linda & Randy"