Frances E. Hewes

Aunt Fran was like another grandmother. Her friendship with my mom began before my parents had met, and it grew to encompass our whole family. A few words here cannot do justice to the love and warmth she as brought to us all. We have spent the last few days reminiscing about all the endearing times we have shared over the years. My fondest memories are when my brother, sister and I were young. Our family would drive to South Bend to share the holidays with family. We would have an...

All my family refers to Fran as Aunt Fran. She has spent many Thanksgivings and/or Christmas dinners with all of our familes and was just thinking about calling her to invite her for this year. We are overwhelmed with sadness to know that she will not share this time with us any longer--she will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with her and her family at this very difficult time. May she rest in peace. The Swick Family

Losing Fran is a great loss. I have been her neighbor for the past 31 years. God has welcomed her into His house, but her house here on earth will never look the same knowing that she is not there. My sympathy to her family.

Fran was a vital part of our lives for many years. My children called her Aunt Franie and loved her as much as we did. I treasure the years of memories we have shared with her and will miss her more than words can say. She loved her family, flowers, gardening, reading, and her wonderful big TV. She always loved learning and Chuck was one of her favorite shows. I had already decided to get her the reruns from last year for Christmas. I always had to read any books before I sent them as...