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Clotilde Frankiewicz Obituary

Dr. Clotilde Armenia Frankiewicz, Ph.D.

Born: September 19, 1946

Died: August 13, 2018

Dr. Clotilde "Cloe" Armenia (Mrzena) Frankiewicz, Ph.D., beloved mother, grammy, and friend to many, passed away on August 13, 2018.

Cloe was born on September 19, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Armenia Adler and the late Frank Mrzena. She received a bachelor's degree in education from Concordia University in 1988 and then earned a doctorate in 2003 from University of Illinois at Chicago with her dissertation on "Parental Influence on Educational Decision Making and Student Achievement." Cloe spent her career as a respected math teacher and assistant principal until she retired in 2017. Active in the teachers union, Cloe championed teacher rights. She enjoyed scuba diving, gardening, fishing, feeding a crowd, and spending time with family.

Cloe is survived by daughter, Eva (Frankiewicz) Winckler and her husband, Brad; son, Matthew Frankiewicz and his wife, Jill; and grandchildren, Luke Frankiewicz, Cadel Winckler, Morgan Frankiewicz, and Claudia Winckler.

Friends and family are welcome to attend the memorial mass on Friday, August 24 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Barbara Church, 4008 Prairie Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois, 60513.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Aug. 22, 2018.

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March 27, 2019

My Dearest Friend,

I know we had been out of touch. A phone call here, there catching up on our lives. While I was at East, you filled my days with good banter and laughter! I loved having you down the hall from me. You listened to me as I was going through my trials at East. For that, I will always be grateful.

Cloe, I am so absolutely saddened to have found out today of the loss of a good soul, a kind loving person who was filled with such a positive outlook on life, laughter and standing up for what was right.

You loved you family very much. They were the most important people in your life.

Okay, my dear friend. May you be with the angels in Heaven.

Donna Andree

September 8, 2018

Cloe was always a voice of good common sense applied to every situation in the classroom and as a dean. She always was true to her values and principles and inspired the rest of us. I was always in awe of her and will miss her smile, courage, and warm hearted ness. Donna Andree

Suzette Gacek

August 29, 2018

Chloe was such a delightful person. She was my support at PMSA. She was firm, but fair. She was an inspiration to faculty and students alike. It was an honor to have known and worked with her.

Dr. Robert Libka

August 22, 2018

Dr Frankewicz (Chloe) had a significant positive impact on the children and staff of District 209. Her focus, energy, intelligence, and giant-size heart ensured greater achievement from both students and her colleagues.My math classroom was adjacent to Chloe's at Proviso West High School and we enjoyed an informal competition to discover new ways to improve student math performance each day. Her innovations in the classroom had one purpose, to help each student reach their potential.As a school administrator her work was still student focused, while she also invested in her faculty and staff to ensure their personal growth. No challenge intimidated this very capable leader. Chloe approached teaching and leading like she lead her life. Her faith, personal integrity, courage, honesty, sense of humor and humility inspired those around her. I'm among many who would say, "I was a better teacher, leader and person, because I worked with Dr. Frankewicz.District 209 Superintendent (Retired)Bob Libka

Mary Scherer-Emunds

August 22, 2018

Cloe was a friend and role model to students and teachers alike at PMSA. She had a strong presence as a leader and no one could ever forget her energy and sense of humor. In the past year, I would run into her at Loyola Fitness Center. She was still so full of life. She will be greatly missed!I'm sure most of all by her family. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.Mary Scherer-Emunds

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4008 Prairie Avenue, Brookfield,, IL

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