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1947
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2020
Frances Cheney Obituary
Springfield, IL—Frances N. Cheney,73, of Springfield, passed away at home on Friday November 13,2020 after a long courageous battle with MBC. She was born March 9, 1947 to Roy and Edith Wilbur who have preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband, North Cheney, of 28 years. Children Debbie and Donnie James; grandchildren, Brooke and Brady Walsh, Markas, Mason and Mavric James and eight siblings along with several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Franci was employed by the State of Illinois and a longtime member of Hope Church. She dearly loved Jesus and her family, especially her grandchildren. Her favorite past time was gardening in her flower beds.
She was deeply loved by all who knew her and will be missed tremendously.
Celebration of Life will be held at Hope Church, 3000 Lenhart Rd. Spfld. Thursday, November 19,2020 at 2:00 pm. Due to Covid restrictions there will be limited capacity.
In lieu of flowers, donation may be made either to Simmons Cancer Institute, Attn: Cindy Ringer, Spfld, Il. or Metavivor (https://secure.metavivor.org/page/contribute/francicheney).
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances Cheney
Missy
November 13, 2024
Miss your shining face Fran!! Love you forever
Shelley
November 12, 2024
Remembering you Francie! Miss your smiling face.
jan perrone
November 11, 2024
Frannie I think of you often I know you are with Jesus Your kindness to everyone lives on in our hearts
Lisa Eden
December 19, 2020
I just found out about this. My deepest sympathy to the family. She was a great lady. She will be missed by all.
Lisa Eden
December 19, 2020
I just found out about this. My deepest sympathy to the family. She was a great lady. She will be missed by all.
Judy Barnosky
December 8, 2020
What a smile what laughter they our enjoying in Heaven with our Precious Franci. Love and prayers.....Judy Barnosky
Hector Torregrosa
November 23, 2020
My deepest condolences to family and friends. Francie always had a happy face and gentle way.
Missy Ley
November 21, 2020
The moment I first met Franci I thought - wow this lady is the happiest most glowing person I have met in my lifetime!! Turned out we ended up working together... at that point we formed a “forever” relationship! She saw me thru the death of both of my parents and we constantly shared stories of the trials and tribulations of family—good and bad. She knew me she loved me as I am —and I did the same with her!! She was the strongest most uplifting woman I have ever met!! There is not a replaceable light on this earth for the light she shone!! My continual prayers for the ones I feel I know thru her are continual Debbie, North, Brooke, Brady, Misti, Mason, Marcus , Mavric and Donnie and more wether they be family or friends —she will live forever thru us all!!! Franci was my “other mother” my friend and my confidant and I miss her and love her and know I will see her again one day!! Peace be with us all !!
Richard Smith
November 20, 2020
When Linda and I heard of Franci's passing we were shocked and saddened. I had the pleasure of working with Franci at Disability and have the fondest memories of her. You didn't have to talk to her or see her in action without knowing that she had a deep religious faith and loved her family very much. We shared common interests re our families and she was eager to share something about North, her children and her grandchildren. I will miss those talks. I will miss her competence and above all, I'll miss her enthusiasm and always being able to bring a positive outlook to work, in spite of her own problems. I feel blessed for having been able know her and give our sincere condolences to the family.
Richard L. Smith, MD
Amy Chambers
November 20, 2020
North, Debbie and Donnie,
So sorry to hear this... thinking of you guys. She was such a presence in my childhood. Lots of memories... Always that high pitched scream of joy n laughter! Her voice I can still hear. Mom and Dad still have her cinnamon Christmas cookies ornaments on their tree every year! Everytime I go over the tracks I think of her and the daycare kids. She’s been thought of often and always will. Thanks Franci for always loving n encouraging all of us.
Judy Kelly
November 19, 2020
Franci will be missed greatly. She displayed the love of Jesus whenever you saw Her. I remember when I first met her on an elevator and wondered who was that breath of sunshine? I enjoyed having Bible study with her. Sending prayers for her family.
Sandra Ketchum
November 19, 2020
Frances was a happy and bouncy little girl as we grew up. And stayed that way as I remember her. Life took us apart as we grew older and I didn’t get to see her much but always asked about her when meeting a sibling. My prayers are with her family and friends! I love you and know you will be greatly missed.
Sandy Keiser Ketchum
Sharon Kelmel
November 19, 2020
I worked at Troxell with Franci. She was the sweetest and most thoughtful person. May God hold her entire family close during this difficult time.
Hugh Hallett
November 19, 2020
I worked with Francie at IDHS for several years. She was a really kind, generous person who was always happy and smiling. She fought very courageously a long battle with her disease! She will be missed!
Janet Theilen
November 19, 2020
My sympathy and prayer go with you all as you go through this difficult time. Franci was a wonderful neighbor and friend to me and I will miss her beautiful smile and enthusiasm for all things. She was a true Christian role model and I know she is safely in the arms of our Lord and Savior!
Jeanette Crown
November 19, 2020
I worked with Francine for several years at the DDS. She was an absolute joy to know! My sincerest sympathy to her family. She will be greatly missed wherever she was known!
David Miller
November 18, 2020
Franci instantly lit up, and warmed up, any room that she entered. She loved people the way Jesus loves them. We have lost a source of joy on earth due to her departure. But I look forward to seeing her—joyful as always—with God.
Nancy Varbel
November 18, 2020
She was such a lovely lady. May she RIP!
Carol Harting
November 18, 2020
Franci was the kindest sweetest soul I have ever known. No matter what was happening in her life she always had the biggest smile & the most generous heart. She will be dearly missed by so many...My deepest sympathy for all the family.
Jan perrone
November 18, 2020
Fran was a great neighbor and friend She loves the Lord and always very kind to all who came in contact with her Debbie and Donnie thinking of you and praying for God to hold you and comfort you ❤ Jan White Perrone
Lisa Green
November 18, 2020
I worked with Franci at Troxell. She was sweetest kindest person I knew and will be terribly missed.
Phyllis Bliven
November 18, 2020
She was such a great person with a positive outlook on life! I love her! So sorry for your loss!
Kathy Krstulovich
November 18, 2020
Franci was such a special soul, her love, her laughter, her joy, and her faith! So proud of her husband, children, and grandchildren, such a hard worker, and what a fighter . I felt blessed knowing her. God's riches blessings to her family and all who mourn her loss.
Kim Crum
November 18, 2020
Debbie - So sorry to hear the passing of your Mom. I know she was a special lady, and she was truly a fighter! Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Stay Strong!
Laurel's Lights
November 18, 2020
Franci was a member of our Relay For Life team, Laurel's Lights, and she truly was a bright and shining light to all who knew her. We watched as she battled cancer for so many years..but never feared death. She was so ready to be with her savior. Franci will certainly be missed and loved for all eternity.
Patti and Tony Agatucci
November 18, 2020
Franci was a treasure and a joy to work with, and I am grateful and privileged to have worked with her. She was kind, thoughtful and loving to all and how she loved her family and her grandchildren. Faith, family and her home were center in her life. She dedicated her life to the well being of others and I will always remember her smile, laugh, and joyful spirit. She will be missed terribly, but heaven is lucky to have her in their midst.
Jacki Staff
November 18, 2020
Franci had a loving spirit and an innate way of finding the
Positive in every situation. She always had a kind word, a warm heart and was generous in every way. She will be missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to have known her.
Stefanie Brunner
November 17, 2020
Franci had the most delicious squeal when she was excited...and there was always something to be excited about! She was my aunt, dear friend and kindred spirit of my mother. She will be so missed by all of her family, physical and spiritual. We love you Aunt Franci!! Love you Uncle North! Sending all our love your way everyone!
Shelley Reither
November 17, 2020
Franci was a rare and wonderful person. She was friendly, always warm and engaging and with a bright smile. I have missed seeing her all these months that we have been remote working and I am sorry to hear of her passing. She was a bright light.
November 17, 2020
I used to work with Francie. What a super-kind person. I am sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences to her family.
Jennie Melton, IDHS
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