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1927
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2019
FRANCES BRETT Obituary
FRANCES J. (nee Rankin)
On Sept. 23, 2019, age 91 years, of Glenside. Beloved wife of the late James E. Loving mother of Jane Connor (Mike), James (Marie) and Deirdre Brett (Charlie Baltimore). Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Sister of the late Jean Rankin. Survived by several nieces and nephews and dear friend, Eleanor McGurkin.
Funeral Mass Friday, 11 A.M., Church of St. Luke the Evangelist, 2316 Fairhill Ave. (at Easton Rd.), Glenside, PA 19038. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. Relatives and friends are invited to the Visitation at the Church Friday, after 9 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mt. St. Joseph Academy, 120 W. Wissahickon Ave., Flourtown, PA 19031, would be appreciated.
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Janis DeMarco
September 26, 2019
I am sorry to hear of Fran's passing. I didnt know her well, just in passing as neighbors, I live across the street from her and Eleanor.
RIP. Fran
Dawn Shantz
September 26, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
September 26, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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