Frances M Andersen

Frances M. Andersen, 78 of Twin Falls, passed away November 7, 2011 at St. Luke's MVRMC of a sudden illness. Frances was born November 24, 1932 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Sam and Catherine Cromas. Frances later met and married her lifetime soul-mate, SFC Andreas Andersen of Horicon, WI on February 27, 1954. From this union a son was born, Michael in 1955. While being with the Army, Andy, Frances and Mike were stationed in several places including Panama and Salinas, CA. In 1960 they made their permanent home in Twin Falls. In 1967 Frances went to work for Ore-Ida Foods in Burley, ID and later retired in 1987 to be a loving and devoted wife to Andy. Frances is survived by her son, Michael (Connie) Andersen and two grand-daughters, Bryann of Jerome and Jayme of Buhl. She is preceded in death by her husband Andy, her parents Sam and Catherine Cromas, a sister Joann and a brother George. We would like to thank the caring and compassionate staff of St. Luke's ICU, ER Dr.'s Rao, Mogelson and Colvin for the care of our mother, and a special thanks to Brett Buckley and the staff of Parke's Magic Valley Funeral Home for their compassion and professionalism in this difficult time for our family. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, November 18, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Parke's Magic Valley Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Rd., Twin Falls. Those wishing to share condolences and memories may do so at www.magicvalleyfuneralhome.com.