Francen, Russell Jr. "Buzz" Age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer on April 18, 2016 at his home in Naples, Florida. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret & Russell Sr.; sister, Barbara Francen; brothers, Lawrence and Vernon Francen. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Charlotte; daughters, Lynn (Gregory) Dahlgren, Laurie (Kevin) Schintgen; son, Dann (Kris) Francen; grandchildren, Nicholas Schintgen, Melissa (Trenton) Carlson, Tyler (Amy) Dahlgren, Kelsey (Theodore) Gonsior, Danielle Francen, Karie Francen and Jenna Francen; 6 great-grandchildren; brother, Phillip (Marie) Francen; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. Memorial service 5:00 pm Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at Christ Lutheran Church (641 89th Ave. NE. Blaine). Visitation 1 hour prior to service on Wednesday. Private family interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the American Cancer Society or Christ Lutheran Church. GearhartFuneralHome.com