FRANCES L. HARRISON

FRANCES HARRISON Obituary

HARRISON, FRANCES L., J. D. March 11, 1937 to Oct. 5, 2010 Frances L. Harrison, a third generation San Diegan, was the first Family Law Facilitator in the San Diego County Court System. She served the Family Court for 12 years. She died from a 5- year battle with lung cancer. She, as an active member of St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church, 6556 Parkridge Blvd., San Diego, will be inurned there at on Saturday, October 16th, at 2:00 p.m. She is survived by her son Mark, two grandchildren, and two great-grandsons. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Episcopal Community Services or Voices for Children.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 13, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for FRANCES HARRISON

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Harry Turner

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Kate Irvine

July 15, 2021

I have just discovered that the world has lost Fran Liljegren. Fran was my best friend while growing up. We spent many summer days together walking to the public library and returning home with stacks of books. For countless hours we played with the baby chicks her father raised, climbed the canyons behind her home, gathered moss for the hanging plants, and took snapshots of each other covered with honey bees from her father's bee hives. I don't recall ever being stung so I'm sure they realized we meant them no harm. With Fran and her parents I learned to fish and camp on the beach, and I acquired my love of strong, black coffee. So many of my happy memories of childhood involve time spent with 'Punkie' and her devoted parents. I have enjoyed an interesting life, have a big, beautiful family, traveled the world and spent years teaching others, but I still miss my best friend. Rest in peace, Punkie.

October 30, 2010

Francis Liljegren choose me for her lab partner in high school chemistry. This trusting validation of an immature 16-year old boy taught me to trust others. It was an enduring gift, a legacy. I believed in her all her life. - Harry Turner (Portola Valley, California)

Lore Parker

October 17, 2010

I have known Francis since she and my husband Chris Parker were taking classes in the Psychology department at San Diego State. Her husband Bob Harrison and Chris shared an office while teaching there later. When my daughter married her son Mark, I would kid that I knew my son-in-law when he was only a sparkle in his parent’s eyes.

We became closer when Fran’s disease made her slow down and depend on others. That was not easy for Fran to accept as an independent person. Ever since her devastating diagnosis was made, she had taken on the challenges with the attitude that she would live her life. She completed her first difficult session with Chemotherapy and was able to continue with her responsibilities with her law career and enjoy travel with those close to her.

After she retired and the cancer returned, she continued to fight with all the treatments that were available to her. One drug had put the cancer in remission but almost killed her with the side effects. She managed to recover enough to live life at home but with limitations. Still law and church activities continued to be very much part of her life. She was able to enjoy time dining, shopping, and just visiting with her treasured friends and relatives. Cooking became an interest again with her favorite mother’s recipes tried over. Quilts & blankets were made for friends, grandchildren and cat. Reading always a passion with her, had her making contributions of mystery book reports to the Mystery Buffs Class. She had something going on daily. Many times there were several things on her schedule. For a “dying person” she could ware one out.

Her service was a joyful experience with music and memories. Fran planned it with her old friend Sandia. Among contributions from very good friends Pat Conroy and Ann Posthill, and her son Mark . It was good to hear of experiences others had with her through being related, work and friendship.

Fran was an example for us all as to how to live life to the very end.

consuegra [fellow mother in law]

Ronda Warren

October 16, 2010

Fran was a very special cousin. She was more like a mother to me, and a dear friend. She was a brilliant, hard-working attorney who enjoyed reading and could get most of the answers right on Jeopardy. Most of all she loved being a mother to her two sons, Mark and David, and nurturing her many close friendships. She also really liked cats, going to church, traveling, and the theater. We were there for each other though the best and the worst of times, and shared lots of fun adventures together. I will miss her!

Michele Lowenstein

October 15, 2010

Fran experienced a lot of sadness in her life and never complained. She was a lovely person and added so much to our local family law bar. Fran, you are missed.

Robert Liljegren

October 15, 2010

I won't be able to be at my cousin Frans' Memorial Service, so this is my Memorial.
Loved by many, Respected by more.
Now She's knocking on, Heavens Pearly Door.
Please let Her in God, She deserves the Best.
Let Her Body and Soul, have Their final Rest!

Annie Parrish

October 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with Fran's family and friends.

October 14, 2010

You know, I think she was born in 1938! Going to miss you a lot FLH. Frances never gave into the cancer or to anything really, but it finally did get her. I know her family, her cat Zia and all of us who liked to visit with her and called her friend will miss her daily. She was a fine woman who loved the law, her family, her church, her friends, her cats, and her yard. Ann Posthill

Edward Saavedra

October 14, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. I knew Fran from working with the Family Law Facilitators, she will be missed by many.

Paul Breen

October 14, 2010

I had the pleasure of serving with Fran as a Deputy City Attorney in the early 1980s. She was bright and great to be around, and will most certainly be missed. My sincere condolences to her family.

October 13, 2010

The Family Law Bar and legal community have lost one of their brightest stars. Intelligence and eagerness to be a friend were Fran's trademarks. May peace and happiness be yours forever. Phyllis

October 13, 2010

We are sorry to hear of Fran's death. Fran's son Mark and our son Glen were very close. Fran was a real trooper. She did well with the issues and joys of her life. Our hearts go out to her family.

October 13, 2010

Fran was my cousin. I have to admit I didn't know Fran as well as I wish I would have. But in her last couple of months we did have a couple of nice conversations. I learned that she loved and valued her family so very much, even those that were out of touch. I was one of those for a while.

She was Strong and a real trooper. Her Cousin Ronda was such a huge part of her life, and it is through Ronda that Fran and I re-contacted. I regret that I wasn't able to know her better.

Fran Had so many accomplishments in life, and made a true and positive difference in the lives of so many others.

She is with her parents and her beloved son David now. Bless you Frances Liljegren Harrison,
with love, your cousin,
Laura Lee.

Sandia Tuttle

October 12, 2010

Sing in praise in Heaven with the angels!

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