Frances "Frankie" Anspach

1955 - 2012

Frances "Frankie" Anspach obituary, 1955-2012, Graham, WA

BORN

1955

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Powers Funeral Home

320 West Pioneer Avenue

Puyallup, Washington

Frances Anspach Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 11, 2012.

June 25, 1955 ~ September 10, 2012. Frankie will always be remembered as a gentle, kind and loving person to all. Frankie was a bakery manager for Fred Meyer. She developed a passion for boating and served as the Viking Yacht Club Commodore in 2012. She loved cooking, painting, arts, crafts, and animals. Frankie was a loving wife, devoted mother, and grandmother. Survivors include: mother: Clara Harris; brothers: Jim Harris (Judy), Harry Harris (Kelly) and Vic Harris; husband: Gary Anspach; daughters: Rosa Caton, and Maria Caton; grandchildren: Jacobe, Tristan, Ari, Caylee, and Corey. Memorial service: Monday Sept 17, 10:30AM at Calvary Cemetery Chapel, Tacoma, followed by a Celebration of Life at TOA in Tacoma. Please leave a special memory or condolences online at www.powersfuneralhome.com.

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September 20, 2012

Gale Hagen-Cline

My sincere sympathy for your family. Frankie and I went ti PHS together way back. I am shocked, so young and so many loved ones. God bless your family in this difficult time. She will be missed.

September 19, 2012

Spence & Ida Myers, retired VYC memebers

We were so sorry to read of Frankie's death. We will always remember her smile and great enthusiasm for the job at hand. May you find comfort in those surrounding you,Gary

September 18, 2012

Gem & Family

To Frankie's Family and Friends,
May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead. Hold tight to precious memories. Lean on each other for support. And cling to God's Word the Bible. James 4:8 encourages,
"Draw close to God and He will draw close to you."

With sincerest sympathy

September 17, 2012

To the family of Frankie~ It was such a pleasure to work with her every year at Fred Meyer..our thoughts & prayers are with you. She will be missed!
Relay for Life of Tacoma Survivor & Planning Committees

September 17, 2012

Lisa Dalby

Gary, Rosie, Maria and Family, How amazing to share the smiles, laughter working along side with Frankie at Jamescenter, Sending home Pepper and later Lil Coco, Watching you ladies grow threw Frankie being so proud of you. She will be so missed, My thoughts and Prayers to all of you. Lisa Dalby and Family

September 16, 2012

Melissa Olson

September 15, 2012

Katie Emery

Frankie was such a wonderful lady. So full of light and always had a smile on her face. She will always be in my thoughts and prayers.

September 15, 2012

Pam Miller

Gary, Rosa, Maria, Clara, Jim, Harry and Vic,
Frankie was a bright light in the lives of all those that she loved. She will be with you always. Rosie and Maria, she loved you so very much. She was so proud of you both.

September 15, 2012

Christi Bastian

September 15, 2012

Christi Bastian

Frankie and I worked together at the James Center Fred Meyer. She always had a smile and a kind word to say. She was an amazing women! To Frankies family you are all in my thoughts and prayers

September 14, 2012

Kim Wulfekuhle Bakery Manager Bethel Station Fred Meyer

I met Frankie while we both were working at Bethel Station Fred Meyer. I will remember her kind hearted manor and willingness to help others and her fabulous talents as a decorator..We both later became bakery managers but I always was drawn to Frankie... My heart goes out to your family at this difficult time...but know in your heart that Frankie now sleeps with angels...

September 14, 2012

Ken&Melissa

I knew Frankie for 17 years she always had a kind word to say, she always had a smile on her face, she was just a great person that will be missed always. Our prayers and thoughts are with the whole family

September 14, 2012

Steve Stageberg

While I never knew Frances, I'm sure she was very special and I'm very sorry for the loss you all are feeling.

September 14, 2012

Ed & Jane Salscheider

Gary, Maria & Rosie, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are thankfull for having had the honor to know Frankie and will always hold our memories close to our heart.

September 14, 2012

Frankie, you will always be remembered by us. We will miss you. Say hi to my mom for me.You two will be the brightest angels. Always our love to Gary, and ALL the family. You are all in our prayers. Miss your smiling face. Moe and Reta

September 14, 2012

Chinook Landing Marina

To the family of Frankie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

September 14, 2012

Monica Trejo

My thoughts and prayers are with you Gary, Maria and Rosa....My dear Frankie... I will never forget how much of an amazing woman you were! God chose one of the best angels to be by his side.... Love you always!

September 14, 2012

Mark Zier

I will always cherish fond memories of Frankie from high school and especially the summer following as we continued to celebrate graduation with many friends. My heart is heavy at this news and I pray for God's peace for all of you.

September 14, 2012

judy harris

Frankie will be missed terribly. My heart goes out to Maria, Rosa, and Gary. To her brothers Jim, Harry, and Vic. To her mother whom should never have to suffer the loss of a child.

September 14, 2012

judy harris

Frankie will be missed terribly. My heart goes out to Maria, Rosa, Gary, her brothers Jim, Harry, and Vic, and to her mother whom should never have to suffer the loss of a child.

September 14, 2012

Michelle Patrick

We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ken and Michelle Patrick

September 12, 2012

Lynn Emery

Gary, Maria & Rosa
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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