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Frances Naughton Obituary
eternal life on March 14, 2007. Frances grew up in Oklahoma and came to Phoenix in 1940 with her husband Dennis. She adeptly juggled the responsibilities of raising six children and helping to run the family jewelry business. Frances was a master at supporting others and will be remembered for her love of family, generosity, and spirit. Frances is survived by daughters Jerre Ostland, Nancy Walentas, Karen Ewers, and Mary Kay Field; sister Jerre O'Malley; brothers Donald and Robert Dickmann; 16 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband Dennis, daughter Janice Miller, and son Dennis Naughton, Jr. Visitation will be Sunday, March 18 from 6:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. with a Rosary at 7:00 P.M. at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ. Funeral Mass will be held Monday, March 19 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Gregory's Church, 3424 N. 18th Ave., Phoenix, AZ. To honor Frances, the family suggests contributions to Hospice of the Valley, 3238 N. 16th St., Phoenix 85016 or Society of St. Vincent de Paul, P.O. Box 13600, Phoenix 85002.
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Bill Miller
April 13, 2007
To My Naughton Family,
Frances was the finest Mother-In-Law a guy could ever have. She was the strength that got me through the passing of Jan. She and Dennis stepped up when I needed help raising Kellee & Kim. She became their “other Grandmother in Phoenix” to my sons Ryan & Rhys. She was the epitome when it came to unconditional love and demonstrating how to be a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. I and my family will greatly miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and until my time of passing!
Love, Bill
Crystal Jones
March 26, 2007
We will keep the family in our prayers.
Fran and Dean Newberger
March 25, 2007
You could always rely on Aunt Frances for a smile and a laugh. I can still picture her sitting at the card table ready to play. She will be in our memory forever.
Julie McKinney
March 22, 2007
Aunt Frances always amazed me. She was ALWAYS smiling. I treasured all the visits, all the around the table talks....sitting outside in the backyard when the Naughtons came enmasse in the summers.....she was a very special person.
Jimmy (the plumber) and Liz Faller
March 21, 2007
Naughton family,
we are so sorry of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Lanny and Paula Dickmann
March 20, 2007
To: Mary Kay,Jerri, Nancy and Karen
Your Mother was the the sweetest and most loving person I have known. Living with your Mom and Dad while was in college, are some of the most memorable times in my entire life. I know you are going to miss her, but take joy in the fact that she touched so many lives. Paula and I are so sorry we couldn't make the services. We will see you soon. We Love You
Grandma with most of her great grandchildren.
March 19, 2007
Thanksgiving 2006 - We will all miss you grandma. :o(
Marianne Velonis
March 19, 2007
Thank you grandma for years of love and friendship. Thank you for your unwavering support and for the strength I have gained by having your unconditional love. I'm not sure what life will be like without you in it, however, I know I have your strength and I know this love will never end. See you on the other side.
Always,
Marianne Ostland Velonis
Jennifer Walentas Lewon
March 17, 2007
Happy ever after to the best grandma ever. We love you always, Jennifer, Dennis, Milo, Zig, Tate
Betty and Kent Thrasher
March 17, 2007
Jan and Chad, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Grandmas are so special and am sure she will be missed by all.
Much love, Mom and Dad
Cyndi Sparks
March 16, 2007
To The Naughton Family,
Mr. and Mrs. Naughton were my first bosses at the Jewelry Store when it was in Park Central Mall when I was 17 years old. I will cherish the times with your parents and the work ethics, the smiles, the customer service and everything they taught me. My heart goes out to your family at this time. You are in my prayers.
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