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Frances Todman Obituary

TODMAN--Frances B., on Wednesday, January 23 in New York City. Devoted wife of the late William S. Todman, Sr., she is survived by her daughter Lisa, her son William, and her grandchildren Philip, Rebecca and William. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. The funeral will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Mid South Chapter (www.msmidsouth.org) or the Southern California Chapter (nationalmssociety.org/ cal) of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 27, 2008.

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Robert Wood

January 21, 2023

I remember her as a kind and loving cousin who treated my father with great kindness and caring in his final years and was a great friend to my family. She is still greatly missed.

David Bromley

January 29, 2008

My sincere condolences to the Todman family.
I will fondly remember answering the phone and saying- Hi Mrs.Todman.To which she would reply -David,I insist you call me Fran.To which ,I would reply -I'll try Mrs. Todman !What a terrific,unique,and wonderful lady she was -that's why I will always call her Mrs. Todman.May she rest in peace.

Clariece& John Gregory

January 28, 2008

Our family has lost a long time friend. As youngsters we became acquainted in Orlando and through different family connections managed to keep in touch. Frances had a great big heart for all her loved ones and will surely be missed by so many.

Robert Wood

January 28, 2008

My family and I wish to extend our deepest condolences to Lisa and Billy. Frances and I became much closer over the past 8 years since the death of my father and she will be greatly missed. Bill or Lisa if there is anything I can do to help, please do not hesitate to ask.

Mary Lou Ancona

January 28, 2008

It is the end of an era in Palm Beach. I had a business relationship with Mrs. Todman. One of my favorite memories is her sitting at her corner table at Club Colette, sipping a martini. The wait staff doted on her and she was truly a grand dame in her day. I will miss her, she was very kind to me.

Frank & Marjo (Wood) Benton

January 27, 2008

Frances will forever be remembered for her loving kindness and generosity shown to my father and mother (Buck and Marge) and my brother (Steve) throughout the years. We will miss the many wonderful and enjoyable conversations we have shared. Frances was the last connection to my father which saddens me greatly. We loved Frances very much. May God bless her family and her memory. Love, Marjo & Frank

Lori Bromley

January 27, 2008

I was so sorry to hear that Frances passed away. She helped me through a very difficult period when my mother passed away two years ago and then my father passed just over two weeks ago. God has a plan for everyone in this life and I know that she is happy now.

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