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In memory of
Karen "Katie" Franz-Ruiz
June 7, 1954 - November 21, 2024
Jun 7, 1954 - Nov 21, 2024
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Obituary
Karen “Katie” Franz-Ruiz, age 70, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Katie was born in Morgan City, Lousiana to John Frederick Franz and Theresa Marie Franz.
She is survived by her husband Sergio Ruiz, her brothers Dennis, Mark and Joel Franz. Her sister Charlotte Valenzuela. And a multitude of nieces, nephews and greats. She was preceded In death by her parents John and Theresa Franz, her brothers John Jr, David, …
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Katie became my sister in 1971 when I met her brother Dennis. The first time I called their house she answered the phon…
Katie became my sister in 1971 when I met her brother Dennis. The first time I called their house s…
Katie became my sister in 1971 when I met her brother Dennis. Th…
I am a friend of Debbie and Mark. She shared this in Memory of her sister in law and I was saddened by the news. What…
I am a friend of Debbie and Mark. She shared this in Memory of her sister in law and I was saddene…
I am a friend of Debbie and Mark. She shared this in Memory of …
I always loved staying with Aunt Katie during summertime or a holiday. I couldn't get enough of her gumbo! She showed m…
I always loved staying with Aunt Katie during summertime or a holiday. I couldn't get enough of her…
I always loved staying with Aunt Katie during summertime or a ho…
Katie always looked out for me. She was always kind and considerate. The day I gave birth to my firstborn, Katie travel…
Katie always looked out for me. She was always kind and considerate. The day I gave birth to my fir…
Katie always looked out for me. She was always kind and consider…
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Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Timeline
Born
June 7th, 1954
Started elementary school
1960
Larose, LA
Started a job at Pay Less Shoe Store
1972
Larose, LA
Survived by
Sergio Ruiz
Husband
Dennis Franz
Brother
Joel Franz
Brother
Mark Franz
Brother
Charlotte Valenzuela
Sister
Predeceased by
David Franz
Brother
John Jr Franz
Brother
Theresa Franz
Mother
John Franz
Father
Bryan Franz
Brother
Timothy Franz
Brother
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Other key details
Cause of death
Congestive Heart Failure
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Tribute & Tallent Funerals & Cremations
Hospice care provided by
Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Aldersgate
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