Frances Shirk, 82, of Crown Point, IN passed away on February 19, 2022, surrounded by those who loved her dearly.
She is survived by her children; Terina (Robert) Turczi, and Steve “Sonny” Shirk, Daughter in law; Patty Shirk, two Grandchildren; one brother; Ray (Sue) Atherton, numerous nieces and nephews, and a niece very near and dear to her; Wendy Stinnet.
Preceded in death by her beloved husband; J.B. Shirk, and Stepson; Danny Shirk.
Frances was born in 1939 to Robert and Bertha Atherton. She grew up simple in Kentucky, as a coal-miner’s daughter. She later poured her heart and soul into running the bar she owned; The Bamboo Lounge, in Chicago, IL.