Photo courtesy of Adams Funeral Chapel - Charleston
Jan 27, 1933 - Oct 4, 2018
She was my favorite teacher in 2nd grade. God bless her soul. I'm now 58 years old. I never forgot her.
Laura Wise
November 29, 2021 | Mattoon, IL | Student
We absolutely loved Mrs. Choate! She was an extraordinary teacher and we were so blessed that she was a part of our childrens' lives.
Tammie and Bob Rundle
October 08, 2018 | Ballwin, MO | Friend
Mrs. Choate was a wonderful person and neighbor. Most sincerely
Jerry and Vy Herman
October 08, 2018 | Charleston, IL | Neighbor
Mrs. Choate was my second grade teacher and was so very loved. Her kindness and love for teaching was extraordinary. She brought joy to me and my classmates. I have never forgotten her sweet nature. May she rest in peace.
Marnie Cutchin Blade
October 08, 2018 | Greenup, IL | Student
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Marnie Cutchin Blade
October 08, 2018 | Greenup, IL | Student
Fran was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly. She was such a good friend to my parents and for that I am very greatful. My prayers are for Murray, Rick and family.
Marilee (Chase) Fowler
October 06, 2018 | Cedar Rapids, IA | Friend
CHARLESTON, IL – Frances C. Choate, age 85 of Charleston, passed away on Thursday, October 4, 2018 while at the Odd Fellow-Rebekah Home in Mattoon. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 8, 2018 at Wesley United Methodist Church, 2206 Fourth Street in Charleston. The Funeral Service honoring and celebrating her life will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday evening immediately following the visitation. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at the Anna Cemetery in Anna, Illinois.
Frances was born January 27, 1933 in Anna, Illinois, a daughter of the late Harold P. and Hazel (Jones) Waller. She married Murray Choate on October 4, 1952 and they were blessed with 66 years of marriage. In addition to her husband, she is survived by their son, Rick Choate and wife Virginia of Charleston; four grandchildren, Aden, Isaac, Simon and Hannah Choate; two brothers, Richard Waller and wife Lois and Phillip Waller and wife Joyce, all of Wisconsin; and several nieces, nephews and their families. Frances was preceded by two sisters, Martha Jean Riggs and Mary Helen Conder.
Frances was a second grade teacher in the Mattoon School District for more than 25 years.
Her complete obituary will be available at a later time.
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