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BORN
1941
DIED
2021
Frances BATES Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances BATES
16 Entries
Dr Lourdes Maqueira
April 27, 2021
We were saddened to hear of Frances’ passing. A dear patient for years, we shared conversations and memories and laughed together every time she came to the office. Great personality and sense of humour. She will be missed, RIP
Dr Maqueira, Danuta, Judith and Idis
Mary Jean Mailloux
April 14, 2021
Here is a photo of Fran at about 1 year. I can still see her remarkable eyes in her most recent photos and my last in person contact with her. I want to thank all who have written something in this legacy space. It has helped me so much to know that others knew and loved Fran. In this time of pandemic when we cannot travel or meet in person to grieve, I feel that I am not alone in my sorrow.
George Wheeler
April 14, 2021
Great individual, very insightful, unique, and wry sense of humour.
Ann Miller
April 14, 2021
You were one of a kind Fran!!! Though I didn’t see you often I always looked forward to our annual summer lunch downtown!! I will miss them!!!! Enjoy your travels in your new world!!
stephanie
April 13, 2021
This photo was taken 2018, on the fly, in Sorauren Park, which Fran frequented regularly a few times a day!
Steph
stephanie
April 13, 2021
Fran was a wonderful supportive friend, a lovely artist, a great traveller,
And she adored dogs! I will miss her friendly smile and wave as our paths continually crossed in the ‘hood’... She had a great sense of humour, the gift of always being herself, and was always ready to listen.... Fran, I miss you, we all miss you, but you will nonetheless always be in my heart.
Yours was/is a very beautiful, strong spirit... I feel blessed in knowing you..
Steph
Martha MacLachlan
April 11, 2021
I met Fran through work at Queen’s Park. I didn’t know Fran well but I liked her a lot. Great throaty voice and physical presence. She took no prisoners, she was comfortable in her own skin, she was deep, she was thoughtful, she was cool. Martha
Teressa Gold
April 11, 2021
I had the good luck to work with Fran at Queens Park.. she was not only fun to share an office with, but truthful and so realistic that all problems were 'solvable'. And in her retirement she continued to 'make a difference' in the world around her. Rest in peace, Fran. Hope you have wine and your artists brushes with you wherever you are. Miss you, Teressa Gold
Una O’Reilly
April 11, 2021
I worked with Fran in the 90s. She was a kind woman with a wicked sense of humour. So sorry she is gone.
Kay Cairns
April 11, 2021
My sincere condolences to all who knew and loved Fran. I am her cousin Kay, from Manitoba. I have posted some pictures as I remember Fran. Thanks to Mary Jean for contacting me.
Diane Cruickshank
April 11, 2021
I have some photos of Fran when she was young and here is a nice one. Sorry we didn't really know each other but I was glad you and Aunt Helen managed to get back in touch.
Fran in pink with flower bouquet on her dress at my wedding 1983
Mary Jean Mailloux
April 11, 2021
Mary Jean Mailloux
April 10, 2021
Fran was instrumental in helping Vietnamese refugees settle in Canada in the 1970-80s. She also volunteered as an ESL teacher for new Canadians, also helping them negotiate the job market. She volunteered as a dog walker for a dog shelter for several years, then went on to volunteer at the AGO. Each spring along with her friend Gail she did the flower planting in front of her condominium. She also participated in the Roncesvalles neighborhood clean up. She loved dogs and never missed a chance to say hello to them. She took great pleasure in these activities all the while touching the people around her in the most profound way. She will be missed.
Wanda
April 10, 2021
I am sad to hear this. I only met Fran once at a family reunion. Fran and my mom were cousins. I have my maternal grandma’s hand written recipe book; that would be Fran’s Aunt Annie. It contains a couple of recipes attributed to Fran an her mom. Thanks to all her caring friends for the love shown to Fran.
Sharla Cairns
April 10, 2021
I recall a visit from Fran on our farm at Tilston Manitoba. Although I was young (maybe 10) my memory of her was intrigue. Intrigue regarding her style, her way of filling a room and her genuine curiosity of all walks of life. Sympathy to those lucky to have enjoyed her company more frequently.
Mary Jean Mailloux
April 9, 2021
Miss you so much Fran. As you would so often say" We had a great time" . You were a great friend.
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