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Frances McDougle Obituary
CHARLTON - Frances D. McDougle, 70, passed away at home. Survived by her loving husband, of 32 years, Jack McDougle; her brother Jack Dangutis & his wife Dot of Ware; two sons, Ronald Ballard of Ware and Scott Ballard of N.Brookfield; 3 step sons, Jack Jr & wife Heather of Washington, DC., Andrew McDougle & wife Carol of Hopedale, Brad McDougle of Deerfield Beach, FL.; 6 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Fran also left her canine companions Bear, Sydney, and Alice, and several cats.
She loved to travel and gardening. Fran worked as office manager of A.J. Orlando Construction for 15 years and drove a bus for 46 years.
A memorial service for Frances will be held June 2, 2012 at 10:00AM at 111 Brookfield Rd., Charlton, MA. Donations may be made in her name to the Second Chance Animal Shelter, PO Box 136, East Brookfield, MA. 01515.
Pillsbury Funeral Home 163 Main St. Spencer is directing arrangements. To offer a condolence or share a memory please visit:
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Memories and Condolences
for Frances McDougle
Jonathan, Debbie and Joshua Conover
May 29, 2012
Jack and family
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Fran was a very special person that we are so blessed to have known.
farrah rusack
May 25, 2012
there is so much to say yet i'm not sure if i can find all the words. fran was my bus driver from the time i was five until i graduated high school. in that time she also became my mothers best friend. through the years she became more than a bus driver to me; she became a friend, a confidant, and then a mother. she encouraged me and taught me how to grow. she used to tell me that i could do and be anything i put my mind to.she used to tell me just like my mom i was a rare special person. i will miss her more than i can express. i will cherish every minute i got to have her as apart of my life. i love you fran and i know you will be looking down on everyone whose life you touched.
bernice rusack
May 25, 2012
Fran, You are a forever friend,a friend who is family to me. Many friends touch our lives,But only a special few become family in our hearts.I was very lucky to have had you in my life.Through the years,We have traveled many roads with one another,We have shared the ups and downs life brings and been there for each other,and that's why today I'm making sure to say whats in my heart- that,with in my world,you'll always play a special,treasured part. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.Sorrow touches the heart in such a personal,private way.But we hope you know your're not alone- our caring thoughts are with you now and in the days to come. With Deepest Sympathy
CAROLE M CRISTO
May 24, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Jack and Fran's family. Fran drove my sons and grandchildren on bus 24. As a neighbor I will miss seeing her at the top of the hill with her dogs,cats and any other animal that needed her. She was a very special lady and she will be missed. Rest in Peace Fran, you've earned it.
May 24, 2012
Jack,Scott,Ron and family,
So sorry to hear that Fran lost her battle with als,such a horrible disease..Fran was such a nice,giving person and I'm glad I had the pleasure of knowing her.She'll be missed by many,many people.My very deepest sympathy to all of you.
Sandie Poirier..bp6
Lisa Rivett
May 23, 2012
Dear Jack sorry for your loss. Fran was loved by every one she touched. she will be miss by all
May 23, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with you Jack and your family. Fran has no more suffering or pain. Fran you will be missed. anyone whom she drove bus for will miss her!!!! she was my driver alongggggggg time ago. congrats on 46 yrs of driving bus..... Brenda Chaffee (charlton,ma)
Mary Allen
May 23, 2012
Our prayers go out to Frans family. She was a wonderful woman, and will be missed greatly. Fran was the busdriver for 3 generations of my family, we all loved her.
May 23, 2012
Dear Jack and Family,I'm so sorry for your loss.Sincerely,Judy Nedzweckas
Maryann Roche
May 22, 2012
Jack and Family, I'm truly sorry for your Great loss, Fran was a wonderful caring,thoughtful person with such a beautiful smile and big heart, she will be truly missed! So glad I had the pleasure of knowing her! Rest in Peace.
Kelly Condrate
May 22, 2012
So sorry for your loss...Fran drove me to school from the time I was 4 until I graduated...She was part of my growing up..She drove my kids to school...She will be missed...
bob ducharme
May 22, 2012
Jack, i am so sorry for your loss
Alan Fournier
May 22, 2012
our prayers and sympothays to allfamily and friends. She was a dear friend to all she met. Fran you will be sadly missed. Fournier family
Sue Tucker (Smeltzer)
May 22, 2012
Dear Jack and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. I will remember Fran always as a great bus driver and kind hearted person. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all of us whom had the good fortune to have met her. May she be at peace.
Marie Cormier
May 22, 2012
Jack and family
My thoughts and my prayers are with all of you during this most sad and very difficult time.
Marie Ostiguy Cormier
Brenda Richard
May 22, 2012
Dear Jack and family,
So very sorry for your loss..
So think of her as living, in the hearts of those she loved.
For nothing loved is ever lost,
and you know she was loved so very much.
May 22, 2012
Jack , I'm so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
Janet Nedzweckas (Charlton,MA.)
May 22, 2012
fran you me missed more than you know I like all the talks we had you are a wonderful person god bless cheryl bus 11
Laurie (Sheperd) Nowosadko
May 22, 2012
Fran was my bus driver from the time that I was in kindergarden all the way through high school...she was a great woman. I will never forget her. So sorry for your loss.
Patty Dillon
May 22, 2012
Fran, you will be missed by us at girls at the Charlton City Post Office. You would always put a smile on our face. We will miss your smile.
May 22, 2012
Jack,
I'm so sorry for your loss, Fran was always a true friend...We had many a good times driving school buses and shopping too!!
I'll always remember her bright and cheery smile
Debbie Fisher
Doug & Danielle Robertson
May 21, 2012
Everyday we took comfort knowing that Fran was watching out for our kids on Bus 24. She will always have a special place in our hearts. Such a wonderful person; we will miss her dearly! Rest in peace, Fran. The Robertson Family
Cindy Boucher
May 21, 2012
So glad I had the pleasure of knowing Fran. She was my bus driver when I was a child and later on the bus driver for my children. My condolences to her friends and family
Denise Stanard
May 21, 2012
Fran, you'll be missed more than you know. I'm so happy to have had such a wonderful friend like you in my life and the best school bus driver ever!! Love and peace. The Stanard Family
Denise, Rick, Loren and Ryan
lori provost
May 21, 2012
so sorry for your lose.. she will be missed..
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