Dorothy Helene Frischkorn's Obituary
Dorothy Helene Frischkorn 85 of Decatur passed away on May 16, 2024, peacefully at her home. She was born on July 10,1938 to Lars and Martha Carlson in Chicago, IL.
Dorothy loved to sit in her backyard and admire her flowers, drink coffee and smoke her cigarettes while listening to the birds. She worked as a nurse at DMH for many years and was always known for her caring and gracious heart. Everyone who knew her considered her the most peaceful and kindhearted person. She loved her family and enjoyed talking to them on the phone for hours.
Dorothy is survived by her husband Van “Dick” Frischkorn; son Mark (Ela) Kereszturi; grandchildren, Madalyne and Ethan; grandchildren of the heart, Rebecca (Claudio) Cordova, Devon Trolia, Ben VonBehren, and Sam VonBehren; great-grandchildren of the heart, Caius and Trystan; brother, Jerry Carlson as well as numerous extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, John Carlson, James Carlson and Anne Weber.
Per Dorothy’s request there will be no services.
Condolences can be left for the family at www.gracellandfairlawn.com
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