Frances M. Henley
August 7, 1920 - May 27, 2010
Obituary
FRANCES M. HENLEY
Frances Marion Henley, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep May 27, 2010, in Renton, WA.
Frances was born to Grace and Oliver Lawrence in Coyville, Kansas, on August 7, 1920. She was the youngest of 6 children.
She went to school in Coyville, KS, and to Independence Junior College and became a teacher, teaching grades 1-8 in a one room schoolhouse in Coyville. She met Cecil Henley at a local dance and they married in 1943. Cecil had joined the Navy and they were sent to the Alameda Air Base in Oakland, CA where Frances worked in a popcorn factory with other Navy wives. They returned to their Kansas home when the war ended.
Farming came next. Jobs then moved the family to Chanute, KS, Riverdale, ND, Pierre, SD and finally to Burien, WA. where they lived until moving to Renton in 2008.
Frances is survived by her husband of 67 years, Cecil; daughter, Carol Franks of Renton; son, Frank Henley of Leavenworth, WA; grandchildren Brian Chris, Jason Elayne and Derek Tracy; great grandchildren Emma, Drew and Mason.
Services will be held on Saturday, June 5th, 2010 1:00pm at Bonney Watson Washington Memorial in the Chapel of Memories 16445 International Blvd. SeaTac, 98188. Visitation will start prior to service at 11:00am.
Memorial Fund: Highline Christian Church Bldg Fund, 14859 1st Ave S, Burien, WA 98168
See additional information online at www.bonneywatson.com.
We are thinking of you in you time of mourning. We love you and wish we could be there. We have many good memories of times past. We had lots of good home made ice cream. Had a nice trip and time spent when we visited.
Sincerely,
Donald,Marilyn,Steve,Charlie, and Lana Shepherd.
Carol,
Bob and I want to let you know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. You are a loving and devoted daughter and have a lifetime of memories to hold close to your heart.
What a wonderful life she shared with her husband for 67 yrs, we should all be so lucky. and so fortunate to have Carol a loving daughter and our kind neighbor to look after her.
Carol ~
Frances has been on my mind so much lately. I can hear the sound of her laugh, & all of my many thoughts of her are cheerful ones.
I remember on her 50th birthday, she was dressed in a cute, short-sleeved flowered dress & exclaimed, “I can’t believe I am 50!”
At their Burien home, it seemed like she always had fresh-baked cookies on hand for their guests that dropped by, & always chimed in with Cecil, “Come back & see us soon!”, as they stood on the porch and waved good-bye.
She was a good-natured & loving person who cared for Brian, Chris and Emma, & appreciated you greatly for all of your help, love & kindness to them.
Cecil, Carol and Frank- Just a note to let you know that we’re thinking of your family. We always enjoyed seeing Francis; she was always friendly and cheerful. When my mom visited us, seeing Cecil and Francis was always one of the high points of her trip.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
The States
Avis
Randall and Marti
Brian, Danielle, and Kate
I have such fond memories of Aunt Frances and Uncle Cecil visiting the farm. Always much laughter and great meals shared. I also came to WA to visit with Grandma and Grandpa as a Freshman in High School-I think that is the first time I had really great coffee!
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Cheri Poole Joe and Lela’s daughter
I just wanted to let uncle Cecil know we are thinking of him. I always enjoyed aunt Frances and uncle Cecil when they came to visit the farm.
Carol-Ruben & I want to let you know that you and your family are in our prayers. From the dear memories and stories you share, I know she was a great lady. I am sure she is watching over you now knowing you were a great daughter.
Carol, you took me to meet your parents. They were so nice. You take great loving care to seeing that your parents needs were meant. Your Mother will be smiling. Our thoughts to you, your Dad, your brother Frank, and family.
Cecill, you and Frances shared 67 years of memories. When your feeling sad think back on the trips you took, times spent with family and friends but most of all the love and laughter you and Frances shared.
Alice
Carol & Frank, Moms are pretty special. There love is unconditional and they were always there for us as we were growing up. In fact, I am pretty sure its in a mom’s job description to worry about there children everyday of their life. I know you will miss your mom and the comfort her presence brought. Your mom loved you both. Share the good times.
Alice