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Frances Jeanne (Crockett) Gonya

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Frances Jeanne (Crockett) Gonya, 76, of Fremont, OH passed away on July 11, 2020 at her home.  She was born on September 6, 1943 in Washington, DC the daughter of James and Mary (Mathews) Crockett.  Fran was a 1961 graduate of Holy Cross High School in Washington, DC.  She then received her Associate Degree in Business from Strayer College.

Fran married John V. Gonya on May 1, 1965 at St. Thomas Apostle Catholic Church in Washington, DC.  She worked at Riggs National Bank in Washington, DC.  She was a piano and organ teacher in Fremont, OH to many students for over 30 years.  Fran was also the organist and choir director at St. Joseph Catholic Church for twelve years.

Fran was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.  She had a true passion for music and enjoyed flower gardening, cooking and decorating her home for the holidays.  She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Fran is survived by her husband of fifty-five years, John V. Gonya, Fremont; daughters, Lisa (Frank Cumella) Nieman, Lima, OH, Sharon (Brad) Hall, Cleveland, NC and Julia (Geoff) Vasquez, Toledo, OH; grandchildren, Alexa, Ava, Jacob and Nicholas Nieman, Ashton, Haunhorst, Ayden Gillmor, Addison and Oliva Vasquez; cousins, Mary (Harry) Hein-Porter and Glenn “Skip” (Sharon) Hein;  brothers and sister-in-law, Thomas (Margie) Gonya, James Gonya, Gerry (Linda) Gonya and Jane Gonya.

She was preceded in death by her parents and beloved aunt and uncle, Metheal and Glenn Hein.

Visitation: Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.

The family kindly requests the use of face masks or coverings during visitation, mass, and graveside services. Social distancing will be observed throughout all services with wait times taking place outdoors. If you would prefer, you may express your condolences at www.whhfh.comor call the funeral home at 419-332-6409 to request that your name be signed in the guest book.

Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday, July 16, 2020; 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 709 Croghan St., Fremont, OH.

Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont, OH

Memorials: St. Joseph Catholic Church Music Department or Heartland Hospice

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  1. Stephen fox

    July 12, 2020 at 5:59 pm

    I will miss her

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 23, 2020 at 3:34 pm

      Thank you Stephen! She loved you too.

      Reply
  2. Sr. Janet Marie

    July 12, 2020 at 6:10 pm

    Know my prayers are with you as you mourn Fran’s passing. I am grateful for having known her and her love for life and the family!

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and famliies

      July 28, 2020 at 8:06 pm

      Thank you for your kind words Sr. Janet Marie! She indeed had a love for life and her family.

      Regards,

      Reply
  3. Donna Durst

    July 13, 2020 at 3:22 pm

    John and family~my sincere condolences in the passing of Fran. Although I haven’t seen her for along time, I always liked seeing her and talking to her. Sending prayers to all for your comfort and peace.

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 8:15 pm

      Donna,

      Your memories of Fran are providing comfort to us all as we read your condolence.

      Best,

      Reply
  4. Jane Gonya

    July 13, 2020 at 3:22 pm

    Eternal rest grant unto you Fran. You were a great sister-in-law and I will miss you. You And John left us with many memories in your home, Pool gatherings and Christmas get together’s. You always had a smile and a gracious hug for all of us. I will miss you playing the piano and the organ and your dedication to your music!

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 8:17 pm

      Thanks Aunt Jane! She truly will be missed but has provided all of us such wonderful memories.

      Regards,

      Reply
  5. Tom Widman

    July 13, 2020 at 4:20 pm

    John&family-My heart goes out to you on the loss of Fran.I so enjoyed visiting while she was helping Nancy with organ.She was truely a beautifull person.

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and famlies

      July 28, 2020 at 8:20 pm

      Tom,

      We all thank you for sharing your memories of Fran.

      Regards,

      Reply
  6. Cathy & Roger Miller

    July 13, 2020 at 8:39 pm

    John and family, You have our sincere condolences for the loss of Fran. May our Lord keep you in His loving care as you go through this difficult time. Cathy & Roger Miller

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 8:25 pm

      Cathy and Roger,

      Thank you for your kinds words as we use them to find comfort in the days ahead.

      Regards,

      Reply
  7. Anne Marquis

    July 14, 2020 at 12:42 pm

    My prayers for all the family. So loved her music.

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 8:27 pm

      Anne,

      Yes, we all loved her music! Thank you for your kinds words.

      Regards,

      Reply
  8. Kathy and Denny VanWey

    July 14, 2020 at 4:08 pm

    Eternal peace and blessings. We will greatly miss you. Condolences to John and family.

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    • John,Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:05 pm

      Kathy and Denny,

      Thank you for taking the time to add your condolences, the family treasures the thoughts of those who will miss her too.

      Reply
  9. Susan Smith

    July 14, 2020 at 5:16 pm

    John- so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. We miss seeing you and hope she had a peaceful exit to be with Jesus in heaven. Lots of love from the Smith Family.

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      Susan,

      Fran was at home surrounded by her family and her wonderful caretakers. Thank you for your kind words.

      Reply
  10. Suzanne Gay

    July 15, 2020 at 3:52 am

    Lisa and family,
    We are so sorry for the loss your family has suffered. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs to all!
    Al and Suzanne Gay & family

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    • Lisa

      July 23, 2020 at 2:24 pm

      Thank you Suzanne! I appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Love to you and your beautiful family!

      Reply
  11. Nathan Herb

    July 15, 2020 at 10:23 pm

    I am forever grateful to Fran for sharing her love of music with me and encouraging me to study music professionally. She got me started subbing for Masses at St. Joseph’s Church playing piano. Then began to give me lessons in high school on the organ at St. Joseph and helped me prepare for my auditions at BGSU where I studied organ. Her love for sacred music and the organ is truly why I’m doing what I do now and I’m so thankful for all the years I was able to work with Fran. She was truly a special lady who I will never forget. I have many fond memories of practicing organ and piano duets in the organ loft and practicing music together for Christmas and Easter. We did more laughing than practicing usually LoL – she had an infectious laugh that I can still hear 🙂 I will think of her often – every time I hike the stairs to the organ loft at St. Joseph’s and play the organ. Fran thank you for being a great friend, mentor and one of the kindest, sweetest people I’ve known. John and family – you are in my prayers. May you rest in God’s loving embrace.

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:14 pm

      Nathan,

      Your wonderful memories of Fran have touched all of us who read this. She would be so proud to know what an inspiration she was to you! Im so glad a piece of her lives on in you. We consider that an incredible gift! In her last days here, she did speak your name as we had her beloved piano music playing in the background for her.

      Best,

      Reply
  12. Linda Fay Gonya

    July 15, 2020 at 10:30 pm

    John and family~my sincere condolences in the passing of Fran. Although I haven’t seen her for a long time, I will always remember her loving and gracious personality and How well the two of you worked together to make a wonderful life and home for your family. We all have cherished memories of your family in which she was a very big part
    Sending prayers to all for your comfort and peace.
    In my thoughts and prayers
    Linda Fay Gonya

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:18 pm

      Linda,

      Thank you for sharing your memories of Fran. The family is finding peace knowing how many others she touched with her smile, laugh and genuine zest for life, love and family.

      Best,

      Reply
  13. Tom Hoffman

    July 16, 2020 at 12:17 pm

    John, I am so very sorry for your loss! You are in my prayers!!!

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:19 pm

      Tom,

      Thank you for taking the time to extend your condolences. It means so much to the family.

      Reply
  14. Tom & Deb Herb

    July 16, 2020 at 3:49 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you John and family. Fran will truly be missed, but never forgotten. We have so many happy memories of singing in Fran’s choir at church. May she continue to bless you John with great memories.

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:22 pm

      Tom and Deb,

      We cherish the memories you share with us. She was an inspiration to us all.

      Kind Regards,

      Reply
  15. Jane Strayer

    July 17, 2020 at 3:39 pm

    John and Family,
    Greg and I wish to pass along our sincere condolences on the passing of Fran. I can still see her through her window, at her piano, from our front porch, as she passed along her love of music to so many kids, including our girls. – (how convenient to have their piano teacher across the street.) It seems the girls would always come home with a funny story about their lesson across the street. They could imitate her laugh exactly! She was an inspiration to her many students. She will be missed by so many ! Blessings to you, John, and your girls.

    In sympathy,
    Jane and Greg Strayer

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    • John, Lisa, Sharon, Julie and families

      July 28, 2020 at 9:26 pm

      Jane and Greg,

      Your memories of Fran bring a smile to our face as we write this to you. What wonderful memories she was able to provide!. Thank you for your kind thoughts.

      Regards

      Reply

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