Service Details
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home
- Public Visitation: 3:30pm-7:00
- Nightingale Tribute Service will begin at 7:00pm
Thursday, October 12, 2017
St. Richard’s Catholic Church, 1503 Grand Avenue
- Public Visitation – 10:00 am
- Funeral Mass – 11:00 am
- Private interment will follow
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Mt. Pleasant – Mary Jane Frank, 65, passed away at her home with her family and friends at her side on Friday, October 6, 2017. She was born in Racine on November 25, 1951, the daughter of Stanley and Gladys (nee: Miller) Penczykowski. Mary graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in 1969, and went on to earn her Nursing Degree from Northwestern Michigan College; and a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from UW-Parkside. On December 2, 1978 she was united in holy matrimony to Gregory Frank in Holy Name Catholic Church.
Mary’s nursing career spanned 41 years, most of which she devoted to All Saints hospital where she worked in the Intensive Care Unit. In her spare time she enjoyed playing golf, traveling and shopping. Mary liked testing new recipes which she served to friends and family at the many parties she hosted. She loved the sun, the flowers, her furry friends and the view of her pond from the back deck of her home. She loved all music and was noted to break into song at any time. Mary was an active and faithful member of St. Richard’s Catholic Church, formerly Holy Name Catholic Church. Mostly Mary loved spending time with her husband, sons, her family and many friends.
Mary is survived by her husband Gregory Frank of Mt. Pleasant; their sons Eric Frank of Racine, and Peter Frank of New Orleans, LA; her mother Gladys Penczykowski of Kenosha; brother Jim (Patricia La Cross) Penczykowski of Madison; sisters Ruth Egmose of Racine, Janice Penczykowski of Boca Grande, FL, and Alice (Tim) Tarjan of Fox Point; sister-in-law Anne (Alan) Speed of Houston, TX; as well and many dear nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Stanley E. Penczykowski; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Donald and Ruby Frank; and brother-in-law Steven P. Egmose.
Visitation will take place in the funeral home on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 from 3:30pm-7:00pm, immediately followed by the Nightingale Tribute Service. Visitation will begin at 10:00am on Thursday, October 12, 2017 in St. Richard Catholic Church (1503 Grand Avenue), followed by her funeral mass at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Allen Bratkowski officiating. Private interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Please consider donations in Mary’s memory to St. Richards Parish, St. Catherine’s High School; or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
The family would like to thank Mary’s loving friends for their constant care and support during her illness. Thank you to the great doctors and staff at All Saints Hospital; Seasons Hospice; and Brightstar Home Care for your kindness and devoted attention.
Jane Reeves says
Such a vibrant person; alwa ys had a smile on her beautiful face.
Anonymous says
Sad and deepest sympathies. May your beautiful memories of Mary keep you strong, and your faith in reuniting with her one day bring you peace.
Gale V. Rein ( CNA nightshift) says
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Mary at All Saints and it was always great fun as she didn’t work nightshift generally.
You have my empathy and my prayers for your family as you go through the task of carrying on…
Ronnie Chapleau says
So sorry for your loss. Enjoyed working with Mary. Great person and dedicated nurse. Please accept my condolences.
Jean Tarjan says
My heart just grieves for you. So sad. Just want you to know I am sending prayers of family love, and peace. Much love, Jean
Mary Baumgardt says
Mary was beautiful person. She was kind and generous and always a good friend to me. I enjoyed working with her too. She was always a patient advocate. May your precious memories bring you comfort and peace. My deepest sympathy to all of you. May the love of God, family, and friends surround you through this difficult time. ❤️
Theresa and Randy Seyferth says
Mary was a beautiful, generous, loving person. Truly will be missed on this earth! Angel on our shoulders!
Daniel Boll says
She truly was my work Mom. Always helpful and had a lot of fun over the years. Tremendous loss to nursing and every friend family and patient she took care of!
Chris Dixon says
Deepest condolences to a beautiful family on loss of a beautiful lady.
Barbara Graul RN says
I knew Mary as a student nurse and nurses aid. She was alway compassionate and took the time to teach . I’m sorry for her passing , God bless her family, know she will be missed by her co workers and the community as they passed through Allsaints doors!
Therese Andersen says
We were lucky to have Mary twice for a nurse in the ICU. She was an extraordinary nurse. She was genuinely a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed. So sorry for your loss
Donna Maki says
It was a joy to work with such a lovely person and excellent nurse. My sympathy.
Kathy Vollmer and Don Scott says
Mary’s humor, compassion and beautiful soul has had a positive impact on so many family members, friends and patients. Her light will never be extinguished. Deepest sympathy to her entire family.
Kathy Rohloff (Molina) says
My Sincere sympathy to all of Mary’s Family. I worked with Mary starting in the 1970’s through the 80’s in ICU. She was an amazing Nurse and Friend. She was very Vibrant and a strong Woman. We had many good times together. She helped me and my Family when my sister was in ICU. We lost touch after my sister passed away but I just recently thought of Mary and wondered if she was still in Racine.
I was shocked and sad to hear of her passing. Rest in peace Mary.
Kathy Rohloff (Molina)
Brittnie Shanine says
My deepest sympathy and condolences to everyone effected by her passing. Mary was a beautiful soul. I am certain her laugh, life lessons and songs will live on through all of the lives she has touched. Rest peacefully Mar…
Corinne Perez says
Mary will be greatly missed by many! She was an amazing nurse and always willing to help! She touched countless lives and gave so much. May God comfort her family and friends.
Randall Thomas ( friend / Nurse / ICU manager) says
My time with Mary was short, but during that time she showed me that she was a caring, dedicated and hardworking woman/nurse/friend.
Her work ethic was exemplary for the ongoing challenges for women.
Her concern for people, her can do attitude, and her raw & honest love for nursing makes me honored to have served with her.
And, it cannot be denied that when you were a friend with Mary, there was nothing she was not willing to do for you.
Rest In Peace Mary – you have fully satisfied your Mission here on earth, and you will be deeply missed, but the Lord requests your council in the kingdom.
My heartfelt condolences go out to the family.
Amen.
Cynthia Thompson says
Thoughts and prayers to her family during this difficult time
Joy says
Mary I learned so much from you. You will never be forgotten.
Brandie Franklin says
You were funny,repectful, truthful, and the wisdom that came with your beauty could not be denied. Glory to God that I had multiple chances to speak with you one on one , laugh, with you , and the honor of you teaching me a thing or two. You will be missed, but never forgotten . God bless your soul. This world will miss your energy, they dont make them like you anymore beautiful*