Frances T. Casillas
June 5, 1930 - Dec. 25, 2019
Frances T. Casillas received the greatest gift on Christmas when she passed away to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Frances was born in Modesto, CA on June 5, 1930 to her parents Louis Morales Garcia and Refugia Tellez Garcia. She and her 6 siblings were first generation Mexican-Americans and proud of their heritage. Their parents were one of the earliest Mexican families to purchase property and build a home in Modesto.
Frances attended Washington Elementary School, the old Roosevelt School and she ultimately graduated from Modesto High School. In early years, Frances was a seasonal cannery worker with Tillie Lewis, Haig Berberian and eventally retired from Tri Valley Growers. These jobs allowed her to spend a lot of time at home raising her family which was priority for her.
Frances always had a lot of energy. She loved to bake for a lot of years, crochet, play the slot machines and do anything family oriented. Family and God meant everything to her. Family could always count on Frances to take care of the grandchildren, prepare for gatherings, paint, lay sod or do whatever else her children needed help doing in their homes.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband of 58 years Joseph E. "Charlie" Casillas in 2010, and her son Charlie Casillas in 2004. In addition, she was predeceased by 3 of her brothers; Arturo Garcia, Roberto Garcia and Ernie Garcia. Frances is survived by siblings Jesse Garcia, Jenny Garcia and Alfred Garcia. She is also survived by her children Sandra Cornejo (Richard), Julie Dominguez (Art), Susan Greener (Marvin), daughter-in law Adeline Casillas and sister-in-law and friend Margaret Garcia, all of Modesto. Frances also leaves behind her grandchildren Lora Alvarez (Dominic), Erica Cox (Wes), Joseph Casillas (Alyssa), Steven Casillas, Stephanie Martinez (Josh), Philip Dominguez, Leanne Baldwin and Cameron Greener (Janae). Frances was blessed with 6 great-grandchildren; Mia, Gaby and Jullian Alvarez, Bella and Charley Cox and Joey Casillas.
A Rosary will be held at Salas Brothers Chapel located at 419 Scenic Dr. Modesto, on Monday Jan. 6th at 6:30 p.m. Internment will be private.
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Published by Modesto Bee on Jan. 3, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Frances Casillas

7 Entries

Marvin Greener

December 23, 2024

I think about and miss my mother-in-law Frances frequently. She was always very good to me. Frances also left us with a lot of wonderful memories and things to laugh about.

GRACIE ortega

January 8, 2020

to all the families cornejo,green & Dominguez & children sending prayers to all of you and your families during this time of sorrow.so sorry for the loss of your dear mother my comadre Frances. she was always so pleasant to family and friends. we will all miss her but she will never be for gotten. God bless all of you and lets continue to pray for her. your parents are now togather again and will be watching out for all of you.

Toni (Ibarra) Oliveira

January 5, 2020

Wishing warm thoughts and condolences to the Casillas family. Just knowing how much your parents were a big part of my parents (Joe and Donna Ibarra's) happy times at Casinos and Taquerias and now that they are all together again in Gods house, They better behave. Dad always said "Chaah-lee" is my favorite cousin. Best memories....

Phil Casillas

January 5, 2020

Rest in peace tia Frances! She was always very sweet to me and my family and I will always cherish those nice memories of her. I remember every time I visited Modesto she and my late tio Charlie would always have us over for breakfast. Always making sure ywe had enough to eat before we hit the road. I always remember her concern and love she had for her loved ones. I got to see her last year and speak to her over the phone and whether she was in the hospital or at home or in person, she always asked "how are you mijo?" no matter what and she always made sure to let us know to take care of ourselves. She will be missed and I'm sure she's up in heaven with my tio Charlie and my cousin Charlie rejoicing with the angels. I'm sure she's leaving a strong legacy behind for all of us with a piece of her in our hearts. Rest in peace tia Frances!!

Susan Burns (Upton)

January 4, 2020

Susan & Marvin & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you as you go through the coming days & always. love you

MARVIN GREENER

January 3, 2020

Frances was a wonderful mother-in-law and friend. She couldn't have been more supportive when it came to the grandchildren. Frances was a huge part of our lives. After a long life here on Earth, she can now celebrate with her Heavenly Father and loved ones in Heaven.

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