Ann Kathryn (Rutledge) Francik

Ann Kathryn (Rutledge) Francik, 84, passed away peacefully on Friday September 5, 2025.

Ann was born on February 16, 1941 in Jenkins Township, to the late Francis and Jessie (Gardner) Rutledge.

Ann embodied all that a mother and grandmother should be. She was warm, fair, generous, always welcoming, and a great baker. She devoted her life to caring for her family and made a home for anyone who needed it. She was an uncommonly kind and amiable person who brought light to the lives of those around her. Ann loved and enjoyed her family and friends all the way to the end of her life, smiling through to the last moment. We are certain, when Ann finally reunited with her long-awaited family members, she greeted them with that enduring smile and full heart. Her spirit will live on-swaying through the trees and singing with the birds in their joyful song. She will be dearly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Francik, son Scott Francik and brother Francis Rutledge Jr.

She is survived by her two sons, Ken Francik and Kevin Francik. six grandchildren, Scott Francik Jr., Ryan Francik, Dalton Francik, Alex Francik, Afton Francik and Nicole Francik, three great-grandchildren, Landon Francik, Ayla Francik and Brooks Francik, and sisters, Kathy Brewer and Linda Honeywell.

A special and sincere thank you to Allied Services Hospice Center in Wilkes-Barre, for the outstanding compassionate, caring and attentive staff.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family from the Daniel J. Hughes Funeral & Cremation Service, Wilkes-Barre.

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