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Frances McGregor Obituary

FRANCES MCGREGOR Frances Marie McGregor, 54, of Las Vegas, passed away May 22, 2011. She was born July 21, 1956, in Ely, and was a lifetime resident of Nevada. Frances was a true free spirit, a lover of animals and nature, she was happiest in her garden amidst the sunshine and flowers. She had a generous and loving heart. She was a dedicated mother and grandmother and a caring daughter and sister. Frances, like a geode, from the outside appeared like any other but once opened revealed stunning beauty and magic. She will be sorely missed by all who loved her. "Blue Skies and Butterflies." Frances is survived by her mother, Mary Gentry; sons, William and Michael McGregor; granddaughters, Madison and Reagan McGregor and Espree Linford; sisters, Jaelynne Gentry and April Karalis; brothers, Gerald Gentry and Roy Gentry; father, Harrie Gentry; nieces, Jessica Turner, Jennifer Watson, Dante Richmann and Charlotte Gentry; and great-nephews, Jackson and Cullen Turner. Viewing will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, May 27, at Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Ave. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 28, at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 5300 El Camino Road, Las Vegas, NV 89118.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from May 25 to May 26, 2011.

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Carrie Burns-Skalleruf

May 9, 2018

Sweet Franny! Never forgotten and I will always miss your great sense of humor and love for your family and friends

Koby

September 19, 2016

You were always so funny and sweet. Sunshine and waterfalls always !

Jessica Turner

April 27, 2014

I still think about you everyday.. Strive to be the creative mother you were and strive to find a way to love those who may seem undeserving.. Miss you Franny

Erika DayJack

July 26, 2011

To Frances family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I live down the road from her house and kept wondering why I hadn't seen her. I finally saw a neighbor who told me the terrible news. I didn't know Frances well but I did love talking to her about kids and animals. She always had a minute to talk whenever I walked by. I know the pain you are feeling and my heart aches for you. Such a neat lady. Thank goodness the grandkids were able to get to know her. Stay strong and keep her alive in the kids hearts.

Deb Carson

July 23, 2011

May God hold this precious family in his arms-and give them the strength & love to move through these grief filled days & nights. Frannie truly was a "free spirit" and I will never forget her. She was one of the sweetest girls I have ever known. I will be praying for you and I love you all.

Victoria Ehresman

July 21, 2011

Happy Birthday Frannie. I miss you more everyday. People say it gets easier with time, but that isn't true for me yet. I want to go see you, and talk to you. I have been having a lot of doubts in my faith lately, and I know you would know what to say. Jess says that I already know what you would say, and maybe that's true, but I want to hear it from you. I could always confide in you with everything. You were one of my best friends. I'm trying to keep your garden alive, but without you it's still dying. I always did have a black thumb. I will keep trying, and maybe you can give it a little help from your side. I love you and I miss you.

Jessica Turner

June 20, 2011

I miss you everyday. I had not realized that you were apart of my daily life until you weren't there. I constantly go to call you to tell you things or see something and think "oh franny would love that". I see the beautiful gifts all over my house you have made me. Im not sure how to move threw each day and not be able to call you and share my joys and worries with you. I just keep thinking your up there and were all down here in your garden. I feel like you can see us all at the same time and you nurture us and help us grow. We think of you when faced with situations and think "What would franny want or what would franny do". You taught me so much about love and life and how to be a happy mom. Im so in love with my boys every day and it makes me happy because I remind me of you. I love when people call my boys "the boys" because thats what we always called Mike and Billy and now my little ones are "the boys" and I will be good to them like you were to yours. that may not seem to make sense but I know you understand. You always understood me, supported me and offered advise without attached judgment. We had fun all the time. I keep laughing at all the memories like when we both threw ourselves into the walkway on the subway because we thought the train was goign to crash and everyone looked at us like we lost our minds. I remember camping out in bed with you and giggling all night, I remember you dancing under the moon and laughing. I remember it all and will continue to remember and share those memories. I will visit you here and in my heart. Talk to you soon-Jess

Gina Mirelez

May 30, 2011

I love you so much and will always think about you. You where so sweet to me. I remember you from when I was so little to now and not one I tried to think and nope not one bad memory you are so sweet. Like they say the good die young and you where too young to go. I and so many others will carry you aroung in our hearts and know you will be with us. It still doesnt feel real even the same day as your funeral I tried to call you to ask what color butterflies you bought so I can get you the rest of em but again the phone rang and rang and you didnt answer. It took me a few minutes to realize you wont answer it hurts every time I remember that your gone but never will be forgotten and never really gone because I will make sure your name will never go too long unsaid. I love you thank you for everything I pray I can be as sweet as you.

Teresa Smith

May 29, 2011

Fran, I know Ive posted already, But You are just with me alot right now.. I found myself talking to you today. Apologizing for being so far away. I know you had your siblings, and your sons.. And I know Carmen was there with you too, and Im so glad for that.. I just feel so bad I wasnt there these last 2 years. Its like I want to turn back the clock and do something to change this even though I know I cant.
Also sweetie, If you can try on those angel wings and
If you can visit Billy Boy and give him your angels kiss we would welcome it.. He is in ICU here and I know how much you loved him, and he you.. If its too soon for visits please put in a good word with God ok ? :-)

Oh Fran.. It still does not seem real, I can here your voice and your laughter in my heart.. I even can smell those stinky clove ciggarets and your laughter when Id lecture you about them. God I will miss your laugh.
Please give Grandma a kiss if you see her. You were such a blessing to her and she loved you very much.
If you come to me in dreams please bring your laughter and your warm frannie hugs.
I talked tio your Mom, she is hurting but being strong too.. Ill keep in touch with her. I called Jae but didnt reach her, but Ill keep trying I know she has been busy and beside herself with grief...
Ill visit your resting place when I come to ton, and bring a beautiful plant just for you.

Ill probably write again, cuz I just cant let go yet..
I love you Fran... I miss you so much I hurt..
I know your at peace so please help us find the strength to go on .. XOXOXOXO{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}

Maye Sorrenti

May 28, 2011

Fran was such a beautiful person even through the rough times. She was always there for any of us that needed her. I havent seen her in a couple of years but she was always in my thoughts. She will be missed by us all. We Love you Fran. Surround us with your love Fran and let us know you are still there watching after us all. Keep your grand babies safe. Mike and Billy I know its hard right now but you will be able to make it through all this with the support of all your family and friends. Just remember mom will always be with you keeping watch and protecting. I love you all.

Elva Decker

May 27, 2011

She was such a sweetheart,

JaeLynne Gentry

May 27, 2011

Frannie Pannie, I love you and miss you so much. I will miss my phone ringing ten time's aday, you would call to tell us how funny the twin's were. They made you smile or laugh everyday. The twin's alway's said Granni Frannie is funny.
I did not know it was possible to hurt like this. We have lost loved one's, but this pain you will never know and I'm glad. It is unbearable.
I have alway's felt we were one and I know you did too. I want you to know Alan and I will alway's look out for your son's and granddaughter's.
All I want to know Frances, if there really is a heaven, which I do believe. I would like you and cheryl to let me know, but give it about 50yrs.
As I write this, I'm looking at a picture of you and it's a good one, you would like it!
I'm going to say C"YA now, I LOVE YOU, XOXOXOXOX your Sissy JAE
PS. Al said he would be more than happy to buy you a pack of cloves and a diet coke. But I know he alway's bought you more than you asked for. And you must of really poured the sweetness you had on him. By the way Frannie, he's still waiting for "FOR YOU KNOW WHAT"
XOXOXOXO

Phillip Stout

May 27, 2011

Franco, you will be missed. I Have many a fond memories of my childhood that have you in them.
MIke and Bill you are in our prayers.

CARMEN CRISWELL-ALLEY

May 27, 2011

FRANNY,MY OLDEST AND DEAREST FRIEND, BUT YOU WERE SO MUCHMORE TO ME THAN THAT ,YOU WERE MY SISTER SINCE WE WERE 12 YRS OLD. I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU WITH ALL MY BEING.YOU WERE MY EVERYTHING, MY SUNSHINE MY MOONBEAMS AND MY HAPPINESS.NOW MY HEART IS TOTALLY BROKEN BECAUSE THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER YOU. YOU WERE MY FAIRY PRINCESS, YOU WERE MY LAUGHTER,SMILE IN MY HEART AND MY KEEPER OF SECRETS. NO ONE WILL EVER BE YOU. I"LL MISS YOU FOREVER AND A DAY.YOUR SISTER FOREVER

CARMEN ALLEY

May 27, 2011

FRANNY I'M SO HAPPY OR LAST TWO DAYS TOGETHER WERE FUN. WE LAUGHED ALL NIGHT FRIDAY ABOUT THE ZOOMBIES AND THEN ON SATURDAY WE GOT TO GO TO THE GIRLS BIRTHDAYS AND THAT MADE YOU SO HAPPY. I'LL ALWAYS MISS YOU, MY BEST AND DEAREST FRIEND. CHLORIDE AND OATMAN WILL NEVER BE THE SAME FOR ME. YOU WERE THE LIGHT IN MY DAYS AND THE SKIP IN MY HEART AND THE LAUGH ON MY TONUGE.THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER YOU, YOU WERE UNIQUE AND ALMOST FAIRY LIKE.I WILL FOREVER MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU AND I'LL HELP WATCH OVER THE GRANDBABIES AND BILLY AND MICHAEL. I LOVE YOU

Teresa Smith

May 26, 2011

Oh My dearest friend.. My heart is breaking. I hope you know how much I love you, how Ive always loved you and our many adventures together.
Those memories will live in my heart for eternity.
I will never be able to listen to a Prince song without thinking of you.. Im so glad we were able to enjoy his concerts together, and Ill be forever grateful for you being the one to open my heart, eyes and ears to his music, And knowing you your probably hanging out with Michael.. LOL.....
Because of you I see a clearer picture of the beauty in plants and all of nature, Oh how you loved your gardens, you could make a weed seem like a Rose. When I think of you I think of sunshine, LOVE and joy.. of Colors brighter than the rainbow. And of a heart so big that it took in all of Gods beauty and saw it in a way that most of us simply overlook..
You gave so much Fran, and asked for so little in return. But I am thankful for all our adventures, Dance night.. our trips out of town, and lets not forget spaghetti night .. LOL..
My biggest regret is that I wasnt there when you must have needed me most recently,I wish I had known, but how like you to put a positive spin on things.
I was not there to to hold your hand and see you thru whatever what happening..to make sure you took care of yourself.. You always did put yourself last.
God this is so surreal.. I miss you so much.. As does my whole family.. Billy, Daddy , and Shanna are grieving as well as Debbie and my mom.. Martin is shocked and in pain, because you touched all of our hearts
Please feel my love and my sorrow, my great friend since I was 17 thats a long time, and we have raised our children together experienced Joy and grief together.. I thank God Carmen brought you into my life.. Please put on your angel wings and visit me in SD as you promised, If anyone can convince God you can.
I love you my friend, and If I EVER let you down Im so sorry but I know you knew that I tried to always be there.

God Bless Mary, and your boys and all your family.. I know this must be a terrible time for them all.
My grief overwhelms me, I hope I find peace with this cuz I know its what you would want. But right now I cant wrap my head or my heart around it.
I just want you back..........

larry scarpaci

May 26, 2011

I live at the corner of Gateway & Cincinnati. I'll miss frances, my neighbor & friend of 22 years. As I take walks in the neighborhood, I would always stop and have a conversation with frances. She would always talk about the love of her family,Mom's visits, her babbysitting her grandchildren, on how proud she was of her two boys,Her sisters and her brothers, how Jerry would have advntures with stock car racing and the 56' he working on now.Frances would always comment on my oleander bushes,how big and blooming they were. It's going to be difficult to not look over to her house and not see her watering and taking care of her yard. I hope my neighbors don't think I'm crazy, as I wave to my neighbor who is not there anymore. may you rest in peace Frances, I'll truley miss our conversations.

Beverly Telford

May 26, 2011

You left us way too soon, you will be missed, but the love in my heart will never end.

Victoria Ehresman

May 26, 2011

Everyday I am reminded that I may not be able to see you, but I am surrounded by you. My house is filled with the beautiful things you made for my family, and I see you in the littlest things. I miss you, but I know that you are a part of me, and a part of my heart forever. I would not have been the same person if I hadn't known you. You taught me to see the beauty in everything. Whenever it rains, I will be in the middle of the street dancing, and blowing kisses up to you in the Heavens. Blue skies and butterflies Frannie. I love you.

Cheryl Pandelis

May 26, 2011

My deepest sympathy at this very sad time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Brewer

May 26, 2011

My heart breaks for Frannies family & friends, myself included. I have loved my dear friend of over 30 years! She was a friend thru thick & thin. A true beacon of joy, Fran made me smile every time I saw her. She loved. She loved her life, her family and her friends. She loved her grandchildren with every fiber of her being. It is my hope and prayer that they will be comforted after losing their loving grandma, then never ever allowed to forget her. Talk of Frannie often, share her pictures, tell her grandchildren stories about Frannie. Let them continue to have her in their lives, even now that she is gone. Dearest Frances I will miss you!

Kennedy Keninghton

May 26, 2011

I am so sorry for your lost I hope you will remember her for her kindness to other

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