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Frances Porembski Obituary
Born on March 31, 1927, in Chicago, Illinois, Frances was the cherished daughter of Salvatore and Teresa (née Fonte) Sabatini. She carried the values of faith, family, and resilience throughout her life-principles that shaped her journey and inspired those around her.
Frances shared 63 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Stanley J. Porembski. Together they built a life grounded in love and mutual devotion. She was a devoted mother to four children: Therese Farias-Eisner (Husband: Robin), Patricia Krause (Husband: Joseph), Judith Beller (Husband: Michael), and Anthony Porembski (Wife: Diane). Her legacy lives on through her 15 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
A woman of deep Catholic faith, Frances found strength and solace in her spiritual life. She held a special devotion to St. Jude and lived each day with grace and prayerful reflection.
Frances found her greatest joy in the presence of family. Her home was a place of warmth, laughter, and unconditional love-a sanctuary where generations gathered to share stories and create lasting memories.
A Celebration of Life will be held on October 25, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 9300 W. 167th Street. Visitation will take place from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., followed by Mass at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages acts of kindness in Frances' memory and continued devotion to St. Jude, or a donation to Wreaths Across America at the following link with specific placement at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Shop/Product/597?tid=7AB3974B-19B4-486A-8D57-80E9165D129D&pageIds=19520,0&vw=home
May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her and may the love she shared continue to shine through those she leaves behind.
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Karen Mullen
August 7, 2025
Terry, Patty, Judy, and Tony,
I have often thought of your Mom over the years and was sad to hear of her passing. She was a special lady and I have such great memories of her and your Dad and all of the Porembski´s. Prayers to all of you.
Karen (Thornton) Mullen
Janice Piehl
August 5, 2025
Terry, Patty, Judy & Tony - Just learned from Karen of the passing of your wonderful Mother. We often wondered how she was doing, was she still in California etc. Karen found the obituary and I´m so sorry for your loss. But what a wonderful life she had with your Dad and all of you. Oh the fun we had growing up on Major! I hope to be able to come to the memorial in October and see all of you.
Janice (Thornton) Piehl
Pat Krause
July 27, 2025
More wonderful memories with our Nani
Pat Krause
June 23, 2025
A few memories with Nani and the Chicago Krauses: Matt, Stacey, Isis, Cyrus, (and Lyla)
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Pat Krause
June 23, 2025
Birthday Buddies! Nani and Cyrus on March 31, 2025
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Spending time with some of the grandkids: Gina, Anna, Joseph, Anthony, Nicolena, Katie, Nick, Mikey, Arianna, and Alexandra
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Special memories with Nanny's beautiful daughters Terry, Judy, and Patty
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Memories over the years with the Farias-Eisner family
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Four generations: Nanny, Terry, Anna, and Lilianna
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny with the Beller grandkids (Nick, Mike, Arianna, and Alexandra)
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Special memories with the Beller family
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny celebrating with the mother and father to be (Ingrid & Joseph)
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny celebrating grand-daughter Nicolena's law school graduation and bar swearing in ceremony and grand-son Anthony's business school graduation during COVID at-home ceremonies.
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Celebrating the bride and groom (Ingrid and Joseph)
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny with the puppies
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny celebrating the bride-to-be grand-daughter Gina
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Milkshakes and burgers with the Krauses and Farias-Eisners
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
"Teaching" (or "telling") the Beller boys (Nick and Mikey) how to make the Sabatini pasta
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Always in our hearts
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Beautiful drawing of Nanny and Grampy
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny with grand-daughter Keely and daughter-in-law Diane
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Always gathering and celebrating with food
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny with her beautiful daughters: Terry, Patty, & Judy
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny with the Bellers: daughter Judy and grandkids (Nick, Mike, Arianna, & Alexandra)
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 14, 2025
Nanny celebrating grand-daughter Nicolena's 25th birthday with the Farias-Eisner crew
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
Nanny teaching the Farias-Eisner grandkids (Gina, Anna, Joseph, Anthony, and Nicolena) how to make the famous Sabatini pasta, meatballs, and sauce
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
After COVID postponed our wedding in March 2020, we are blessed that Nanny joined for a small civil ceremony, including reading a prayer. (Granddaughter Anna with now-husband Joe)
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
Special family memories with Nanny over the years celebrating Easter, Thanksgiving, Easter, and birthdays with the Farias-Eisner family in California
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
Nanny teaching Granddaughter Anna and Great-Granddaughter Lilianna the famous Sabatini biscotti recipe
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
Nanny resting in her favorite chair with Guido in Calabasas, CA
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
Nanny celebrating great-granddaughter Lilianna's Baptism in 2022 in Pasadena, CA.
Anna Farias-Eisner
June 8, 2025
Fran & Stan married on June 17, 1950, by Stan's brother Rev. Francis Porembski at St. Joseph and St. Anne Church in Chicago, IL.
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