Francis M. Nalevanko
September 03, 2013
“He never met a stranger.”
Francis Michael Nalevanko, 71, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2013.
Francis was born July 27, 1942 in Melrose, Iowa, to Thomas Francis and Margaret Irene Nalevanko. He retired from Consolidated Freightways after 31 years of service, and was a member of the Teamsters Union 147. After retirement, he delivered golf carts for Golf Cars of Iowa.
Francis made everyone feel like family and he loved spending time with his loved ones, especially his grandkids.
Francis is survived by his wife of 50 years, Maureen; children, Jon (Traci), Missy “Mim” and Mikki (Tom) Griffin; and grandchildren, Jonathan and Emily Nalevanko, Jenna and Payden Schoonover and Tyler and Nick Griffin. He is also survived by his siblings, Bess Thompson, Lorraine Carr, Jo Rogerson and Tommy (Becky) Nalevanko; in-laws, Dorothy Cowlen, Ellen (Tom) Conner and Linda (Larry) Klostermann; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Peg (John) Heinbaugh; nephew, Bobby Williams; and brothers-in-law, Bob Carr, Curt Thompson, Arnold “Snookie” Terrell and Danny Cowlen.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, September 6, also at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Shawn and Amy McNeeley
09/05/2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Franny was a great man. You are in our thoughts. We are here if you need anything.
DODY
09/05/2013
I don't understand... How can those same ones who unselfishly create so many of the most lovingly enjoyed moments of my life, also unintentionally cause the most heartbreakingly sorrowful moments of it, when I have to tell them goodbye,, knowing how much I will always miss them. bye frannie. thanks for letting me be there,, so much.
Beda Hobbs
09/04/2013
I'm sorry for your whole family's loss. Reni, there are no words. You are in my heart and in my prayers and my heart is aching for you. You are a dear friend.
Steve & Deb
09/04/2013
Many prayers and thoughts are with you today and always for a wonderful Man who we are very honored to have had in our lives. Very sad day! Keep his memories alive in your hearts forever! We love you Franny!
Love to all.