Francesca Sperling (nee Reich)
1922 – 2013
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Fran, on June 2, 2013 at the age of 91 years. Fran was the youngest of seven children. She was predeceased by her parents Michael and Katherine Reich; three brothers Nick, Chris & Johnny Reich; two sisters Katherine Lang & Jean Gottselig. She was also predeceased by her husband, Joe. She will be lovingly remembered by her family Bob (Bernice), Gordon, Lloyd (Denise), Jan Cook (Larry), Daniel, & Debra Dutton (Scott). Fran is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sister Anne Bruch; sisters-in-law Bernie Anderson, Emelia Sperling & Mary Reich; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The most important and special part of Fran’s life, besides her family, was her love of and her natural ability for music; a gift she nurtured in all her children and grandchildren. Throughout her life, she played accordion in several bands including her family’s Reich Orchestra. In later years, she volunteered her musical talents to many senior homes in Regina. When her accordion became too cumbersome, she mastered the keyboard and continued to play until the last few weeks of her life. Our family would like to express our gratitude to those caregivers at Regina Lutheran Home who lovingly attended to her daily needs. A private family gathering to inter her ashes will be held at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy may be posted in the online guest book www.leefunerals.com .
Happy trails to you, until we meet again
Happy trails to you, keep smilin’ until then
Who cares about the clouds when we’re together
Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather
Happy trails to you, ‘til we meet again.