Virginia “Fran” Sweek, age 97, of Tomahawk, passed away on April 17, 2023 at Riverview Health Services is Tomahawk, under the care of Compassus Hospice.
Fran was born on March 21, 1926 in Rhinelander to Milion and Kathryn (Messer) Evers. She was first married to David Whalen and was later married to Adolph Sweek, both preceded her in death. Fran enjoyed gardening, fishing, rosemaling and quilting. She was a faithful member of St. Mary Catholic Church.
Fran is survived by her children – Dan (Sue) Whalen of Brownfield, Maine, Toni Whalen of Lake Tomahawk, Micky (Jean) Whalen of Tomahawk and Marion (Rick) Kohl of Tomahawk; daughter-in-law – Liz Whalen of Wausau; and brother – Jack Evers of Milwaukee. She is further survived by her nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Fran is preceded in death by her two husbands, son – Tom and grandson – Brian Gehrke.
The Memorial Service for Fran Sweek took place at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Fr. Louis Maram Reddy officiated. Visitation took place from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
The family would like to thank the staff at Riverview Health Services and Compassus Hospice for their care. Krueger Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Tomahawk, is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and leave online condolences at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com.