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Francine Ford Obituary
Francine Ford of Ventura died June 3rd at her daughter's home in Atlanta after a brief battle with cancer. She was 71 years old.
A private service with her daughters and sons-in-law was held in Carlsbad on June 8th. Ford was born in Philadelphia in 1938 and spent most of her childhood in Chicago. She graduated from the University of Illinois in 1959. Ford moved to Ventura in 1974, where she worked as a substitute teacher for nearly a decade.
She was hired by Poinsettia Elementary School to teach in 1984, where she remained until her retirement in 2002. Ford is survived by her daughters Sheila Ford Mading of Santa Ana; Beth Ford Roth of Atlanta, Georgia; and Tara Geier of San Diego; and four grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, her daughters ask that contributions be made to Ford's favorite charity, Please make your donations: In Memory of Fran Ford, For the Ventura ''Ski'' Team in 'memo' Checks payable to the ALSA LA Chapter P.O. Box 565 Agoura Hills, CA 91376-0565.
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Tracy McCarthy
July 23, 2009
Sheila,Beth and Tara,I met your mother in the late 70's.She was always one of me favorite clients.Always a pleasure.She had this wit, that made me laugh. She was such a joy.All of you have never left my mind.With my deepest sympathy ,take care,Tracy McCarthy
July 14, 2009
I am saddened to learn of Francine's passing. Over the years she became a friend and the type of person I miss in my retirement. Lane J. Lopez DDS
Karen Chergoski
July 7, 2009
My Dear Fran - You are truly such a special person whom I will never forget. Our conversations that would only last a few minutes, as we promised our kids, went on for an hour or more were special times as were Blue Bird trips, trips to the beach, dinners & breakfasts out together. As you watch over your girls and their families, please know I will be here to offer whatever help I can as you have always done for my family.
No one could have asked for a better friend than you. You are in my heart forever.
Sara Watson
July 6, 2009
Fran was our home teacher when my son was in 4th grade. She was so supportive and kind to him. She helped me as well during that difficult year.
Betty Whitney
July 6, 2009
Fran was a most effective and loving
tutor at our center. The children
were drawn to her. I will miss her
every Wednesday as I put out a treat
of chocolate. You were so fortunate
to have such a special lady as your
mom. Betty Whitney
Rozanne Perlman
July 5, 2009
Sheila, Beth, and Tara,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was one of my very dearest friends, and I will miss not having her in my life.
Sending love to all of you and your families.
Rozanne Perlman
Tammy&Jim Anderson
July 5, 2009
Tara,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom.
Fran was always kind to us and we'll miss her.
We love you and your family Tara. We
will always be here for you.
Love Tammy and Jim
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