Photo courtesy of Byles Memorial Home - New London
New London, Connecticut
May 26, 1923 – Sep 11, 2020 (Age 97)
FRANCES H. GREENLEAF age 97 of Noank, passed away early Friday morning, September 11, 2020 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London surrounded by family.
Frances was born on Fishers Island on May 26, 1923 the daughter of Charles William and Catherine McNaught Hedge. She was married to Arthur A. Greenleaf, Jr. on September 20, 1947 and he survives.
Frances graduated from the Joseph Lawrence School of Nursing and had worked as a Registered Nurse for Lawrence Memorial Hospital and the Groton Public Health Nursing Service.
Besides her husband she is survived by two sons, Arthur A. Greenleaf, III, of Ocala, Fl and C. Wesley Greenleaf of Noank, two daughters, Candace Reber of Bonita Springs, FL and Kathy Greenleaf of Griswold, ten grandchildren, twenty five great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren.
A private graveside service was held in Elm Grove Cemetery, Mystic. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be directed to the Groton Heights Baptist Church, 72 Broad St, Groton, CT 06340.
Read MoreTo the Greenleaf Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
I have fond memories of when Fran and my mom Irene worked together at VNA. A lovely woman who dedicated her life to those around her.
Sending prayers for peace at this difficult time.
Anne Campbell
September 25, 2020
My condolences extend to the entire Greenleaf family. I was always confident that our students were well cared for whenever Fran was on duty in our buildings. She was a wonderful care giver.
Tom Benoit
September 24, 2020 | Friend
Dear Mr. Greenleaf, Candy, Kristen, Cathy, Arthur and Wes,
I will always remember working with Fran at the Groton VNA. We had assigned seating at the office and Fran was my desk buddy. She was a friend, a great mentor and an amazing nurse. She hosted a baby shower for me resulting in lasting memories and photos. I will always remember her thoughtfulness and caring ways. Fran will be in my heart and memory forever. My deepest sympathy.
janet binkowski
September 24, 2020 | Pawcatuck, CT | Coworker
My deepest sympathies go out to one of my favorite families. She loved each and every one of you, and I feel blessed to have known her. Heaven gained another beautiful angel. With love and blessings, Michele, George and Sammy Fatone
September 21, 2020
Dear Mr. Greenleaf, Candy, Cathy, Arthur and Wes,
I send you my deepest sympathy and also a thank you for all of the years that our moms shared in nursing school and as neighbors. I also remember Girl Scouts! Your mom was very kind and helpful when my mom passed and who can forget their Grassi-Hedge roll call during the war at Lawrence?
Sending you many memories and sympathy,
Penny (Vail) Cohen
Adria V Cohen
September 20, 2020 | Friend
Wes and Patty, I am so sorry for y our loss. Prayers to you and everyone
Ruthie
Ruth Rogers
September 18, 2020 | Robbinston, ME | Friend
