Frances Theresa Crane's Obituary
Mrs. Frances Theresa Crane, age 72, went to her heavenly home to join Del early Tuesday morning, January 5, 2010. She was born November 20, 1937 in Muskegon to Francis and Theresa (Kison) Rowe. Frances was a graduate of Western Michigan University, where she earned her Teaching Degree. On June 21, 1957 she married Delore P. Crane at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Muskegon. Del preceded her in death on July 9, 2002. Frances taught elementary classes in Fruitport Community Schools for over 35 years prior to her retirement. She was member of the National and Michigan Education Associations. Frances was a caregiver and supporter of many family members and friends throughout the years. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Karen Crane, Denise Crane, and Barbara (Jim) Webber, all of Muskegon; 4 grandchildren, Christopher Webber, Daniel Webber, Tara Webber, and Jennifer Webber; 2 great grandchildren, Kaja and Kamran; 2 brothers, Joseph Rowe of Muskegon, and Edward (Mary) Rowe of Long Beach, CA; 2 sisters, Rosemary (Ned) Wuellner of Brighton, IL and Elinor Kapla of Grandville; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to Del, Frances was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Rowe, and a sister, Jean Marie Kaiser. A MEMORIAL MASS will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, March 20, 2010 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church (451 S. Getty St.) with Rev. Fr. Aaron Ferris presiding. MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS may be made to the Shettler Elementary School Library Fund. Share memories with the family at their on-line guest book @ www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by
The Walburn Chapel
Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc.
1547 W. Sherman Blvd.
1-231-759-8565
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