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Francis Stephan
May 30, 1939 - March 8, 2021
Francis “Fran” Stephan, age 81, of Bad Axe, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 8, 2021 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on May 30, 1939 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, daughter of the late Herbert and Ruby (Johnsey) Dickey. She married Thomas H. Stephan on September 17, 1960 in Illinois. Fran was veteran of the United States Navy; proudly serving her country at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, Illinois. Above all, Fran took great love in being a mother, not only to her own children; but to the many families she babysat for. She was an avid reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles, spending time with her furry companion Lucy, and loved watching all sports; especially her beloved Detroit Red Wings. She is survived by her five sons, Brian (Marie) Stephan of Hazel Green, AL, Michael (Val) Stephan of Queen Creek, AZ, Tom (Beth) Stephan of Bad Axe, MI, Matthew (April) Stephan of Flushing, MI, and Timothy (Becky) Stephan of Bad Axe, MI; 11 grandchildren, Zack (Ashley) Hastings, Anthony (Alexandria) Stephan, Alex (Jaime) Stephan, Cassie Stephan, Kayla (Ian) Stephan, Nicolas Stephan, Megan (Kreg) Colson, Harper Stephan, Baylee Stephan, Dylan (Amanda) Estrada, and Kyle Estrada. She is also lovingly survived by 10 great grandchildren, Laura, Wesley, Isaiah, Gabrielle, Owen, Liam, Braxton, Gabrielle, Noah, and Brady. Family would like to express their sincere gratitude to both the Huron County Medical Care Facility, as well as A Change of Seasons Hospice for their kind and compassionate care. We are so thankful for you all. Services will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe. Friends may call at the Kaufman Funeral Home on Sunday from 12:00 – 4:00pm or Monday from 10:00am until the time of service.
Francis “Fran” Stephan, age 81, of Bad Axe, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 8, 2021 at Huron County Medical Care Facility in Bad Axe. She was born on May 30, 1939 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, daughter of the late Herbert and Ruby... View Obituary & Service Information