Frances Clare

Vohlken

Frances Clare Vohlken, "Clare" as she was known to family and friends, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Born and raised in Freeport, Illinois, Clare graduated from Aquin High School in 1955 and, shortly after, began working for Freeport Insurance. She married the love of her life, David John Vohlken, on September 3, 1960 and they later moved to Rensselaer, Indiana. Once they started a family, Clare stayed home to raise their beautiful children. She was a devoted wife and mother and naturally gave her heart to her family. Clare was extremely creative, an avid gardener, and an extraordinary pianist. She enjoyed playing and hosting Bridge Card Club and had a daily routine that always included morning coffee and classical music. Clare's interest in vitamins and health supplements eventually led her to a position at GNC.

Clare will be deeply missed by her children Jen (Rob) Hilbert of Brookville Indiana, David Vohlken Jr. of Graham, WA, and John Vohlken of Rensselaer, IN; grandsons Evan and Jacob Hilbert; sisters Emma Osterfeld and Joan Schramm. She is preceded in death by her husband David Vohlken; son Todd Charles Vohlken; sisters Sarah Smith, Maryann Dunst, and Elizabeth Milota; and parents Samuel & Mary (Wiedenhoft) Smith.

A private burial at St. Nicholas Cemetery in Sunman, IN will be held at a later date.