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Frances Hyer Obituary

Frances Verniest Hyer

1935 – 2014


Resident of Manteca and former resident of Brisbane.  Fran passed away peacefully on February 20, 2014, at 78. Fran loved her three children (Barbara Verniest Caulley, Joe Verniest, and John Verniest); two step children (Charles Hyer Jr. and Patricia Hyer); two sisters (Agnes Sevilla and Bonnie Bologoff); as well as 8 grandchildren, and a great grandchild.  Fran was preceded in death by her husbands: Joe Verniest and Charles Hyer.   She loved a party and had many friends and neighbors who loved her spirit, smile & laugh. She will be laid to rest in a private ceremony. Donations may be made to Hospice of San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave., Stockton CA 95204.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Mar. 7 to Mar. 9, 2014.

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Tina Roberts

March 9, 2014

To my Fabulous Grandmother, Fran Verniest Hyer. I will forever remember all of our wonderful talks and great visits together. Grandma, you were such an amazing cook and fun person to be around. The more people invited, the better! I'm so thankful you got to meet your first great grandchild, Jonathan over Christmas. We will be forever grateful! I know you are dancing freely in heaven with all of your loved ones. Thank you for all of your love! Love Tina, Richard and Jonathan

Mary Ellen (McCormick Dearstyne

March 8, 2014

I met Fran (Wiseman) on my first day at Polytechnic High School. We were starting our Sophmore year in January of 1951. I had signed up for Bookkeeping I class and had just sat down at a desk when in walked this girl and asked me if she could sit at the desk next to me. I said yes and my name is Mary and she said i'm Frances, call me Fran. From that day on we have been friends for over 60 years. Our 60th high school reunion will be held this October. Rest in Peace my dear friend. My condolences to Barbara, Joe and John and family.

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