Frances was my sister and my friend. We had gotten closer than ever over the last few years and I looked forward to our regular visits (when Leslee and I travelled from Thunder Bay) and phone calls – at least weekly. That is when I learned how relatives and family friends were doing, since Frances kept in touch with so many of them. She was a good listener and I always felt better after we talked. I am certain that her many friends and relatives felt the same. Frances was a caring and compassionate person – always ready with a warm smile, a big hug and food to share. She was ready to open up her home to family and friends. Fran was a painter and a writer. She enjoyed her writer’s group and her own paintings adorned the walls of her home. I treasure the notes she wrote in a beautiful caligraphic style - the words carefully chosen and heartfelt - reflecting her warm and caring character. I miss Frances now and I will for a long time, but I am thankful for the love and the time we shared. I carry with me many fond memories of Frances: my sister and my friend.

Dearest Frances : Thank you for being my sister. As a young student stuck on my homework you patiently helped me find my way to answers. As adults our visits and phone calls included friendly advice, honesty and cheer.Thank you for looking after our mother as her health declined. Having you closeby gave us great peace of mind. Thank you for staying in touch with relatives that I haven't and being a rich resource on family history. Having gatherings at your house was a special way to relive old memories and make new ones:dancing, painting,tall BBQ flames and family celebrations. Thank you Frances. I love you and miss you. Daniel.

I always looked forward to hear her excitedly exclaim “my favourite person!!” and give me a giant hug and a kiss on the cheek every Sunday morning as I walked into church. I’m pretty sure she said that to many people, but it still made me feel wanted and special. She was one of my favourite parts of Sunday mornings and an integral part of the brunch bunch. I’m really going to miss her sassy remarks and her spunky personality, but most of all, her love for Jesus and our church. She is already deeply missed, but I know I’ll get those big hugs and cheek smooches again someday!

I knew Fran for 21 years. I appreciated her sunny disposition so much. I'm so glad I had a good visit with her recently, but wish I could have had many more.

Trinity Church Family loved Fran and Fran loved them right back. Rest In God’s Peace And Goodness.

Fran, I was so blessed to meet you. Beautiful, warm, kind, joy-filled spirit with the ability to express so authentically. You are loved and missed

I'm very sad to hear of the passing of Fran. I worked with Fran for many years at the City. She was my administrative assistant and a friend. Fran was a true professional and kept ours offices organised and running smoothly. She had my complete confidence and trust. Fab Fran was absolutely fabulous. I can't remember a single bad day at work for Fran. She always made us feel that everything was fabulous. Yes she danced many times per day at work. Even when she was in pain and waiting for her hip surgery she managed little jigs and plenty of smiles. Fran was a great person with a great heart. I am grateful for my years with Fran and will remember her fondly. Roger

Fran was an active participant in our church in different roles. We have many good memories of Fran, Bruce & Krista. God's peace to you.

I knew Fran as "Krista's Mum" and she was one of those rare parents of friends that you actually wanted to hang around with. Such a warm spirit and just all around loveable person.