Murray, Frances Jeanne 'Fran'
Frances Murray passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family at Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the age of 81.
Born in Owen Sound on October 6, 1943, she was a daughter of the late George and Audrey (nee McCallum) Morrison.
Frances was predeceased by her beloved husband Wayne Bruce Murray on June 17, 1992, her daughter Mary Lisa on February 20, 2004, and her brother Ted on June 7, 2014.
She is survived by her step-daughter Marcia (Keith Coleridge).
Frances will be missed by her brother Dennis Morrison (Lynn), sister Sandra Tymcik (Steve), and sister Doris Robinson (Ken).
She will be remembered fondly by her grandchildren, nieces, nephews and their families.
Frances enjoyed reading and music. She sang in the church choir and was very active member at St. George’s Anglican Church in Clarksburg. She was an active member of the Rebekah Lodge in Thornbury for many years. Both Frances and Wayne were proud volunteers with St. John’s Ambulance.
Frances worked in the nursing field and at Amerock, but found her passion for sewing working at the Handy Shop in Clarksburg. She owned her own business “A Stitch in Time” until she semi-retired. Frances loved to sew, knit and make quilts. Anything that Frances did, she did well. She was a very talented woman and loved to help others. She will certainly be missed but will never be forgotten.
A funeral service celebrating Frances’s life will be conducted at St. George’s Anglican Church in Clarksburg on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 11 o’clock with a reception following. A private service of committal and interment will take place at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Grey Bruce Residential Hospice ‘Chapman House’ or charity of your choice would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
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A funeral service celebrating Frances's life will be conducted at St. George's Anglican Church in Clarksburg.
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Thursday, March 6, 2025
My sincere condolences to the family in the passing of Frances.
Frances will be missed by the many persons she has touched.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
I did not get to know Frances until her later in life days. She was a joy to be around. Frances was friends with my mother in law Linda and we had many outings together, wings at the Red Door was one of her favourites. We went to Owen Sound Attack hockey games and even trips to Hanover Raceway. Frances will be remembered fondly. Rest in Peace Frances.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
So sorry to hear of Francis`s passing. The Redwing classes are getting smaller as time goes by.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Our condolences to Frans family. We chummed with them years ago. Went to horse races in Barrie with them. They were a great couple rest in peace, Fran. Fly with the angels
Thursday, March 6, 2025
So sad that Frances has left us. She will be missed by myself and my dog family. Glad that she is now at peace and resting in Heaven.
Sending big hugs.
Computer Jen Varah and the gang
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Sorry to hear of your loss Fran has sewn many christmas presents for us and was such a great seamstress WE had the pleasure of visiting with her at golden town apts and always enjoyed her company Fran will be missed by all those who knew her We extend our sincere sympathy to everyone at this time Gail and Bev Murray
Thursday, March 6, 2025
I have lost my LIFE long friend Frances who I have known forever. We were born a few days apart in the Owen Sound General & Marine Hospital and that is where our Mothers meet and formed a lasting friendship. Our lives became entangled as the Morrison/Thompson families grew with each of our siblings being very close in age, my older brother did not have a mutual “sibling” but it didn’t matter. Along with my parents and sibling we spent many many holidays, birthdays etc. at the Morrison Farm south of Ravenna on the Blue Mountains playing, adventuring and having a wonderful time. Frances & I went to Bala, On to her uncle and aunts place to start our first summer jobs. When Frances decided to join the Anglican Church my Mother Irma Thompson stood as her God Mother. We lost each other after High School as we each chased our dreams but our Mothers kept us informed about happenings. It has been difficult to put so many memories and thoughts down jn print as there are so many. We want to send our deepest Sympathy and Prayers to Sandra, Dennis and Doris and their families at this difficult time, we will stay in touch.
Rest and Peace my Dear Friend. Kay (Thompson) & Noel Blais
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Our sincere condolences to you all ,so glad l had that day way with her and all her help with the McCallum family tree so glad it’s writing as you can never ask now .Fran will be truly miss cherish your memories.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
I believe my mother Lois Sewell was a friend of Fran’s at the apartments in Meaford. She used to visit while Fran sewed many beautiful items. Deepest sympathy.
Friday, March 7, 2025
Condolences to Fran’s family. She was a great lady and will be missed.
Friday, March 7, 2025
To Marcia and family We are so sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. Your dad and mother were always good friends Our sympathies.
Wayne and Marilyn.
Saturday, March 8, 2025
So sorry to hear of Frans passing, always loved our little visits at the Golden Town Appartments. When I was visiting my brother, Fran and I would always have great conversation in the sitting area.gonna miss those chats and her.She was a beautiful soul.
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Doris, Ken and families my deepest condolences. Fran was a wonderful person who altered my clothes years ago. I’m from the Woodford area.
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Sorry for your loss she will be greatly missed by all who knew her
Friday, March 14, 2025
My condolences to Fran’s family. She was such a friendly and talented woman. My daughter wore many of her beautifully made dresses and I was often complimented on them. We’ve held on to a few cherished pieces as family heirlooms. May she rest in peace.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Sincere condolences to Fran’s family. She was a great fun loving lady who I’ll be missed by many who knew her.
Mev and Ellie Smith