Francena Willingham obituary, Columbia, SC

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Francena Willingham

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REDFERN II

October 29, 2024

Francena Willingham was a lady of integrity.

She was a friend of mine.

Redfern II

E L Jones

June 26, 2018

Rest In Peace

June 25, 2018

I just saw my cousin a few weeks ago and as she promised, sent me a copy of the Willingham/Clark Family Tree. I was delighted, a woman of her word. The world will miss her and the wisdom
she shared with her students will live on. Cousin, Delores Clark Washington.


she shared with her students and family will live on. Elliot, how Blessed you are to haveshared

Audrey Styles Johnson

June 25, 2018

Although I knew Francena just a short while, she was a treat, fun and interesting as a Red Hat sister. My heart aches for her family and friends. What a truly unique lady.

June 25, 2018

Sincere condolences,
Arthur Willingham and Family

June 25, 2018

I had the privilege of working with Dr. Willingham as we were both educators in Richland District One. What a beautiful, loving and generous woman. Prayers for all of her friends and family, and may happy memories sustain you at this difficult time.
Kitty Carson Howard

June 25, 2018

God bless. Janie Pearl, Charlene, and Benie... Jones Sisters

Willa Martin Bailey

June 25, 2018

Elliott and family, my condolences. Francena, a beautiful lady with her Mother's spirit for laughter and kindness.

Willa Martin Bailey

June 25, 2018

To Elliott and family, my deepest condolences. Francena, a beautiful lady with her Mother's spirit and zest for laughter and kindness.

Lue V Bluefort

June 25, 2018

We met some years ago either at a politacal or community event, and she was such a wonderful,well-rounded person. I will miss seeing her at the next parade on Harden St, but Francena, I'll save you a good spot! My prayers are with you all.

Frances James

June 24, 2018

The Glenn-McConnell-Boyd family sends it deepest sympathy to the Willingham and Mitchell families. God Almighty will comfort and guide all of you through the difficult times ahead.

Helen Zoch

June 23, 2018

RIP. I knew Francena because she was a FUN loving lady. She was a RED HAT SISTER of the Carolina Jasmines in Columbia NE, SC. She loved hats, dressing to the Nines and a delight at events. She will be missed. My condolences to her family and friends.

Mary Cheeseboro

June 23, 2018

My childhood neighbor, fellow Talladegan, colleague, and soror will be sorely missed. My condolences to the family.
Dr, Mary E. Cheeseboro

Doe Jennings

June 23, 2018

May our Lord bless and comfort your family during this time of grief. My condolences.

Susan Williams

June 23, 2018

Prayers for you and your family. May you Rest In Peace my friend!

Rosalind Mitchell

June 23, 2018

Elliott, Lydia, Elliott, Jr., Priscilla, Renee & James:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Francena's death was devastating to all of us, yet we are comforted in knowing that she lived a full and purposeful life. She touched so many young minds as she sought to guide and educate. She inspired so many by exhibiting the tenets of being a virtous woman. She was loved by our family and revered as being a kind and generous soul. She will be missed, yet forever cherished and remembered.

Your 1st Cousins - Roz & Todd Mitchell and family

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