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Frances Garver Obituary
90, died at McGregor House in East Cleveland on Nov. 4, 2012. Fran was born in Strasburg, Ohio, daughter of Philip and Lola (Denzer) Garver. The extended family owned and operated Garver Brothers, Inc., "The World's Largest Country Store," where Fran worked as a teenager. She graduated from Strasburg High School, 1939; Otterbein College, 1943; and FPB School of Nursing, Western Reserve University, 1945. Lt. Fran Garver served in the Army Nurse Corps, 1945-1946. Fran worked 1947-1952 at UH, then returned home and worked at Union Hospital in Dover. In the early 1960's, she lived and worked in California, then returned to Cleveland and UH. She retired as a nursing supervisor in 1986. In retirement, Fran was heavily involved in the DAR Shaker Heights chapter and the Little Gardens Club. For many years she and her beloved cats resided in Cleveland Heights before her moving to McGregor House in 2008. Fran was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Mary (the late Dr. John) Clippinger and Helen Haas.
She is survived by a sister, Esther (Marvin) Jeffers of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; several cousins including Barbara Strauss; nieces and nephews, Rev. Arthur Clippinger, John (Pranom) Clippinger, Jeffrey (Renee) Haas, David (Joan) Haas, Steven (Stephanie) Jeffers, Frances (Mark) Lindaman, Barbara (Niles) Gaston; former brother-in-law, Jack (Margaret) Haas; as well as her good friend and fellow nursing supervisor, Laura Hamilton.
Burial with full military honors will take place at OHIO WESTERN RESERVE NATIONAL CEMETERY, Rittman, on Friday, NOV. 16, at 12:30. PLEASE GATHER AT THE INFORMATION BOOTH BY 12:15. Family and friends are invited to join at the nearby Rawiga Golf and Country Club afterward for a short memorial service and luncheon.
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David C. Smith
January 14, 2013
I first met Fran as an 8 year old boy. She was in charge of the candy counter at Garver Bros. store and she helped me pick out the candy she knew I would like. I'm 73 now and memories like that are still with me, what a nice person she was. I am a third cousin to her. Rudy Garver, Philip's brother, was my greatgrandfather. I lived with my Grandmother, Margarete Garver Smallwood, for a while in Strasberg. What precious memories I still have of that place. Thanks Frances, for setting an example of what people can be like. Until we meet again, Dave Smith-Winnemucca, Nevada.
November 25, 2012
Fran Garver was a respected and loved alumna of the Frances Payne Bolton school of Nursing, (Case) Western Reserve University and and well remembered as a nursing supervisor at University Hospitals of cleveland. I knew her through FPB, UH, and Shaker Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.She was a very special person and I am saddened to hear of her death.
Ann Farmer MSN, RN
Barbara Strauss
November 16, 2012
I have known Fran for 87 years, since we are first cousins. She set an example for me when I became a nurse, and was always there to help solve problems. David and Joan have been such a support for Fran throughout her life, and I am so gratyeful for that. May she rest in peace.
Barbara Strauss
November 15, 2012
Fran and I knew each other for 87 years. We were first cousins. We had parallel careers, and shared our love for nursing. I shall certainly miss her! Thank you, Joan and David especially, for all the love and care you gave to her. She needed you, and you were there for her. All of her friends appreciated what you did, and I know Fran did too! May she rest in peace.
Jennifer Sas
November 14, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Fran was such a kind, caring woman and a wonderful neighbor/friend. She will be missed.
rj
November 11, 2012
My Sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. Allow your loving memories to bring a smile to your faces. Pray for God's loving-kindness to comfort you and help you through this difficult time, persevere in prayer to God for strength. Romans 12:12
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