Emma Frances Althoff

Emma Frances Althoff, 93, of California, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at California Care Center surrounded by her family. She was born in Clarksburg, Missouri, on October 23, 1930, to the late Edward and Irene (Springer) Sappington.
Frances graduated from California High School, class of 1948. She met the love of her life, Leroy H. Althoff, and they were married on October 16, 1948, at Corticelli Baptist Church in Russellville, Missouri. Frances worked for California Manufacturing for 32 years, retiring in 2002 at the age of 80. She enjoyed gardening, working in her yard, and spending time with her family. Frances was an active member of the California United Methodist Church for over 70 years.
She leaves behind her two sons, Dennis Edward Althoff (Carol) of California, MO and Roger Leon Althoff (Shelly) of Jefferson City, MO; grandchildren, Lance Althoff (Angela), Davin Althoff (Elizabeth), Lucas Althoff, Lisa Simmons (Kelvin), and Landon Althoff (Marci); and great-grandchildren, Bradley, Nick, Alayna, Collin, Avery, Madelyn, Benton, Carly, Emma, Eva, Ethan, and Owen. She is also survived by her sister, Helen Heinen; nieces, Gloria Heinen, Tammy Brown, and Donna Heinen; along with a host of extended family and friends. Frances was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Leroy H. Althoff.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the California United Methodist Church.
Friends will be received from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. on Monday, July 8, 2024, at the United Methodist Church in California, Missouri. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 P.M. Burial will be at California City Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of WEBER-MILLARD Family Funeral Chapel, 13415 Rte C, Russellville, MO 65074. (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com.