Frances Moritz

January 5, 1938 - February 7, 2016

Frances M. Moritz, age 78, of Spirit Lake, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2016, at her home in Spirit Lake. She was born on January 5, 1938, in Exira, Iowa, to Harry and Ellen (Bartles) Hagedorn. Frances was united in marriage to Butch Moritz on January 17, 1997, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She worked for many years for Moritz Construction as the office manager. Frances took great pride in her efforts to help St. Jude's Children Hospital and the Humane Society. She enjoyed spending her spare time gambling, going to auctions, collecting antiques and her family. Frances is survived by her children, Heidi Watkins of Spirit Lake, Perry Watkins, and his wife, Sue of Lake Stevens, Washington, Robin Watkins, and his wife, Dianne, of Spirit Lake, Ray Watkins Jr., and his wife, Susan of Black Diamond, Washington, and Rick Christensen, and his wife, Mary of Merrill; two brothers, Harry Hagedorn, and his wife, Brenda of Waxahachie, Texas, and Tony Long, and his wife, Elaine of Pleasanton, California; thirteen grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Butch; son, Jay; granddaughter, Shelby; grandson, Richard; and two brothers, Gary and Dennis. A memorial gathering will be held from 2:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M., on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at Frances & Heidi's home at 16687 231st Ave. in Spirit Lake.