Frances Diane Sefton

April 23, 1945 - November 11, 2024 (79 years old)

Alpena, Michigan

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Frances Diane Sefton

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April 23, 1945 - November 11, 2024 (79 years old)

Alpena, Michigan

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“Francie, You were such a bright light in the Gonsler Family! As kids, we were always so excited to...”

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“My deepest sympathy to Bill, Rocky, Rick, and Sharon; and also to Francine’s 5 grandchildren along w...”

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Frances Diane Sefton Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-11-15T21:00:00
End: 2024-11-15T22:00:00
Location: A.J. Desmond & Sons - Crooks

The passing of Frances Diane Sefton of Alpena, Michigan leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 11, 2024 at the age of 79. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Raczak and Cecelia Raczak; and her brother Daniel Raczak. She is survived by: her husband William J. Sefton; her children, Rick Sefton (Kelli), Sharon Blattert (John) and William J. Sefton IV (Rocky); her grandchildren, Addison, Colton Sefton, Autumn Boyd (Stephen), Raquel and Joeseph Blattert; and also Isabella Boyd.

Visitation was held on Friday, November 15th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the A. J. Desmond & Sons - Crooks (2600 Crooks Rd, Troy, MI 48084). A rosary was held on Friday, November 15th 2024 at 5:00 PM at the same location. A requiem service was held on Saturday, November 16th 2024 at 9:00 AM at the Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Roman Catholic Church - Fraser (16414 E 14 Mile Rd, Fraser, MI 48026). A funeral service was held on Sunday, November 17th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the St. Joseph - St. Ignatius Cemetery.

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Nov 15

Visitation

A.J. Desmond & Sons - Crooks
2600 Crooks Rd, Troy, MI 48084

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Nov 15

Rosary

A.J. Desmond & Sons - Crooks
2600 Crooks Rd, Troy, MI 48084

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Nov 16

Requiem service

Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Roman Catholic Church - Fraser
16414 E 14 Mile Rd, Fraser, MI 48026

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Nov 17

Funeral service

St. Joseph - St. Ignatius Cemetery

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November 16, 2024

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“Our hearts are heavy hearing of Francie's passing; our condolences to her family. Wish we could have attended Mass for her.”

November 15, 2024

Anita Gonsler Kissee lit a candle

“Francie, You were such a bright light in the Gonsler Family! As kids, we were always so excited to go to your home Christmas Eve to celebrate. You always made us feel at home. You were an amazing, thoughtful gift giver- I got my first Barbie from you!! I’m grateful for the time our families had together. You were so full of love & You were of the Lord! So glad our paths crossed last fall after decades.- still saw a classy lady! *Mom’s fav gal too:) To A champion of the Faith! Until Heaven,”

November 14, 2024

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November 14, 2024

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“In loving memory of Frances Diane Sefton, With deepest sympathies. May perpetual light shine upon her now and always.”

November 13, 2024

Joyce Cross Speer lit a candle

“My deepest sympathy to Bill, Rocky, Rick, and Sharon; and also to Francine’s 5 grandchildren along with Bella, her great granddaughter. Fran & I were best of friends in high school and were maid of honor for each others wedding. We visited in Fla & wrote to each other. God bless her as she rests in peace free from pain and suffering.”

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