Merlin Henry Franzen Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Merlin Henry Franzen of Denver, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 5, 2024 at the age of 96. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Merlin Henry Franzen to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Henry Franzen and Esther Franzen (Neilsen); his former life partner LaVera Thiemann; his siblings, Edward and Edith Buss; and his granddaughter Megan Franzen.
He is survived by : his wife Carol Blume of Denver; his children, Brenda Popma (Tom) of Temecula, CA, Randal Franzen (Deb) of Lakeville, MN, Laine Franzen (Gloria) of Anamosa, IA, Mark Franzen (Kris) of Decorah, IA and Ann Bierman (Joel) of Aidlingen, Germany.; his grandchildren, Eric Franzen (Julia), Evan Franzen, John Franzen, Joe Franzen (Ashley), Matthew Franzen, Annika Franzen, Luke Franzen, Jael Bierman, Jonathan Bierman (Zoe), Isaac Bierman (Tori) and Bethany Stedman (Drew); and his great grandchildren, Maddie, Charlie Franzen and Calum Bierman.
