Frances-Laird-Obituary

Frances Laird

Ann Arbor, Michigan

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DIED
June 8, 2025
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Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Frances Laird-mother, grandmother, writer, Russian scholar, activist, gardener, and lover of books, art, music, film, and the outdoors-died on June 8, 2025; her beloved husband of 60 years, Campbell, was at her side. Frannie was born in 1940 and grew up in the village of Stockbridge, Michigan,...

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It is with pain in my heart that I learned about Frances passing away. She lived a full life in the company of my professor and mentor Campbell Laird. She will live forever in the memory of her beautiful family. May you rest in peace Fran!

I didn´t know Frankie for long, but when she and Campbell moved to CRC in Towsley, they have both held a special place in my heart. There was never a dull moment being around her, she was seriously the sweetest woman. I did my best to make sure she know I truly cared about her, I made sure to let her know that she is loved, heard, and that her feelings and frustrations were valid. I was here the night she passed, and it´s a night I´ll never forget. I know she is a sweet angel watching over...