Kathy Fransen, age 58, of Stacy passed away unexpectedly at home December 19, 2017. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 P.M. Thursday, December 28th at Strike Life Tributes in CAMBRIDGE. A time for visiting will be held one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to NAMI MN are appreciated. www.namihelps.org
Kathryn “Kathy” Louise Fransen was born November 5, 1959 in Anoka, Minnesota to Gene and Barb (Berglund) Fernstrom. She graduated from Cambridge High School in 1978. On June 11, 1983 Kathy was united in marriage to Thomas Fransen. They have made their home in Linwood Township ever since. Kathy worked as a Human Services Technician at Anoka Regional Treatment Center for many years. She loved her family and especially being with her grandchildren. Kathy also loved her lunches with friends and girls weekends to Florida. She was a special person and will be dearly missed.
Kathy passed away unexpectedly at home December 19, 2017 at the age of 58 years, 1 month and 14 days. She was preceded in death by her father, Gene Fernstrom and his wife, Connie; by her step-father, Stan Berglund; and by her brother, Ron Fernstrom.
Kathy is survived by her loving husband, Thomas; daughter, Erin (Matt) Loosebrock; son, Paul (Janelle) Fransen; mother, Barb Berglund; sisters, Karen Englund (Rob Baker) and Kim (Mike) Sawicki; grandchildren, Fiona, Nora and Ian; and many other relatives and friends.
Thomas and children. I am so sorry for your unexpected loss. I can only prayer that God gives you all the strength to pass thru this sad time. Kathy was a wonderful person and she was so full of compassion for those she worked with for so many years. I knew Kathy for many years at Anoka Metro, we worked on the same units for so many years . She had a wonderful sense of humor, but she also be totally determined when necessary. She was very well liked by the clients which says a lot about her work ethics. I haven’t seen her in quite awhile, but just knowing she is no longer with us truly creates such an empty space in this world. God bless you all.
Thomas and family. I am sorry for your loss. I worked with Kathy at Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center for many years. Kathy was very well liked by the Clients and staff. She will indeed be missed by all. I pray God gives you the strength to get through this rough time. God Bless you and family.
Tom and family, I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved wife and mother. By all I’ve heard from you over the years, she sounded like a wonderful person that I have no doubt you will miss terribly. Please know that your work family is here for you and we are ready and standing by to help you with anything you need. Please don’t hesitate to ask. Blessings and hugs to you during this difficult time.
Tom and Family, I ‘m so sorry for the unexpected loss of Kathy. I still can’t believe it myself , she was one of a kind! She understood the meaning of staffing and working with staff at AMRTC !! She was very kind and respect full to ALL. My deepest condolence to the entire family and I pray that God give you all peace. Kathy always give me words of encouragement when I needed it the most! She was not just a co-worker but also a friend. Kathy will always be missed and loved by me.
To the family of Kathy : May God Bless you and help guide you all though this rough time. I worked with Kathy at Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center. Kathy’s infectious laughter will be missed by all here that worked with her. She was a kind and gentle soul with a heart of gold. May you all find peace.
Tom and family, I am so sorry for your loss and would like to express my deepest condolences to you, my prayers and thoughts are with you. My heart was truly broken when I heard about my dear dear friend, I met Kathy 12 years ago when I transferred to Amrtc and she quickly became one of my dearest friends, and since we no longer worked together, oh how we looked forward to our lunch dates!! Kathy was the epitome of a true friend and her love, kindness and generosity will never be forgotten, I am so thankful that the Lord saw fit to allow me to be her friend.
Tom and family, I would like to send my deepest sympathy to you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Carol Meyer
I am so sorry for your loss Paul. I understand the pain and sorrow you are feeling right now. You and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Tom and Family –
I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy was a wonderful person. I enjoyed working with her and knowing her. May your family enjoy all her memories and may God keep you strong . You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you. I can’t believe it myself. Kathy & I worked together for 25 years until I retired. She was a wonderful friend. Mildre & I so enjoyed our lunch dates with Kathy. She had humor, love and kindness. She will be deeply missed.
Tom & Family,
Kathy was not only my co-worker, but also a wonderful friend. She told so many stories about her family and friends. I miss her! Kathy was truly one of the best people I knew. My thoughts are with all of you, her family and her many friends.
Thank you all for your kind words and support.
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Tom and Family,
My condolences on your loss. I knew Kathy in high school and we had some great times together. She let me drive her white VW bug in a snowstorm one day that I’ll never forget. A wonderful, cheerful person. She will be missed.
Dear Tom, Fransen Family, and Fernstrom Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your wonderful bride Kathy’s passing.
I can’t help but to think back to the time when we shared that house in Fridley (along with Scott) which were some of the funnest days of my life.
Listening to you and Kathy laugh and giggle together for hours on end, it was clear to all that you had formed a very special bond.
I will cherish those days forever.
I’m also very sorry to inform you that my health will prevent me from being there to support you and your family today, but please know that my deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you, and I will be in touch with you again as soon as I am healthy enough to come and see you.
I’ve tried to stay Blue Ribbon Boys strong as I write this, but I’m not ashamed to let you know that the tears are flowing down my face as I do so.
BRB forever!
Tom and family, my deepist sympathy to you and you’re family . I remembered Kathy as a very kind and special person just like you. Are prayers go out to all of you.
Tom & Family
I’m so sorry for your loss. Kathy was not only a co-worker but a great friend. We laughed,joked,shared stories,and it was always fun working together . I’ll miss her greatly!