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Linda Dolmage and Family posted a condolence
Saturday, February 10, 2024
With all our heartfelt condolences and with love from our family to the Wilson and Vanderhyden family’s. We are so sorry for your loss.
Franny and I have been friends since high school. We had so many good and crazy times together. We were invincible and new everything. What happened in Lambton County stayed in Lambton County!! Our adventures together will always be remembered.
Franny was bold, confident and a true friend with an unconditional friendship. I am so happy that we were able to visit with each other when I came home in September 2023.
Franny will never be forgotten and always be in our memories.
She is your guardian angel and will always be by your side. Rest in peace Fanny.
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Nancy McCormick posted a condolence
Monday, February 5, 2024
Al, Scott, Jeff & Families,
Vanderheyden & Wilson Families,
I was saddened to learn of Frannie's recent death. She was truly a very special woman ... I offer my sincerest condolences to each of you.
I admire the way your Mom lived her life and the light, love, joy and laughter she always brought to others.
Your Mom was just 17 years of age when we first met through the Forest Ladies Fastball Team. She welcomed me on to the field ... and taught me the "Forest" way of winning ... a few backyard BBQ's, a few beers & a few shots of whiskey. We rarely lost a game! One life lived ... many lives touched. I like to think your Mom has rounded up a favourite foursome in heaven ... Frannie, Ellie, Betty & Louie ... Lots of laughter shared on the heavenly course for sure that day.
"A star in the dark night sky, shining brightly for the one who will forever be in your heart."
Thinking of You ... as you honour Frannie.
In Sympathy & Friendship
Nancy McCormick - Calgary
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Dave and Barb Robinson donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Monday, February 5, 2024
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Deb Dolmage posted a condolence
Sunday, February 4, 2024
Al & Family
So sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. I can’t help but smile when I think of her. She left such a positive memory on all she touched. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
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Pat Van Damme posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
It’s hard to say goodbye, but the pain is gone. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Pat and Roy Van Damme
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Lambton Jr. Sting U12 Hockey Team donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Monday, January 29, 2024
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KAREN SMITH lit a candle
Sunday, January 28, 2024
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Dear Al and family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Fran, sending out deepest sympathies and condolances
Much Love and healing hugs to all
Shirley Wilson
Cathy Mcintyre and family
Steve Wilson
Karen and Larry Smith
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Nancy Clark donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Sunday, January 28, 2024
Dear Al & Family:
Although I have not seen you and Frannie for years, I have often remembered the many happy, and definitely unforgettable adventures, we shared during hockey and fastball times. My heart is filled with sadness for your loss but I’m sure your family and close friends with give you much comfort.
With much love, Nancy Clark
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Marnee Colman posted a condolence
Saturday, January 27, 2024
Al and family, so sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. Thinking of all of you and the Vanderheyden’s too.
Marnee
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Jen and Ed Veeke posted a condolence
Friday, January 26, 2024
Al,Scott and Jessie &kids, Jeff,
We are so saddened to hear of Fran’s passing.
So many memories to cherish. “Aunt” Fran was an amazing person. We are so grateful that she was part of our lives. Love to you all.
Ed and Jen Veeke
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Brian & Laurie Tidball donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Friday, January 26, 2024
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Shelley Holbrook posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 26, 2024
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To Fran’s family, I am so sorry to read that Fran has passed away. I had the pleasure of working with Fran at Watford Footwear over 37 years ago. We worked on the same line. We had many laughs and good times. She was such a nice person and her smile and laugh could light up a room. I will always cherish the time spent working with Fran. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Take care. Love Shelley Holbrook
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Jim & Brenda Harris posted a condolence
Friday, January 26, 2024
Deepest condolences to the Wilson and Vanderheyden families. Will always remember Fran has a great athlete who loved to compete and have fun with a fond smile & laugh usually raising a trophy.
Love the pic of lacing up the skates.
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Ruth Illman posted a condolence
Thursday, January 25, 2024
My deepest sympathies to all of the Wilson and Vanderheyden families. Fran was an amazing person who brought joy and laughter with her wherever she went. She was such a gifted athlete who could play any sport and play it really really well. She was wise, kind, considerate and just a whole lot of fun. Everyone she has touched in this community and beyond will miss her.
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Lorrie and Steve Mason posted a condolence
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Our deepest condolences to the Wilson family for your huge loss. I first met Franny many years ago when they moved back to Forest. She came out to Arkona to cheer on our baseball team for whom she knew them all. They asked her to share my position with her. Of course she was an unbelievable athlete and I was okay lol. She proceeded to tell them no that she could not do that. What a class act she was and remained. She was always smiling. I'll never forget her. Heaven has another angel. RIP Franny.
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Ollie Manning Rikie Nooyen posted a condolence
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Our Condolence to Allen & all the families with the passing of Fran .We will keep you in our thoughts during these difficult times RIP Ollie & Rikie .
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Debbie Hands uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Al and family! My deepest condolences to you and your family. I will always Cherish the memories I have of Frannie. The many laughs we had, during and after the games. She was such a wonderful person.
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Bill and Lois Forbes donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Thursday, January 25, 2024
We are so sorry about Fran. She always had a smile and a laugh. No longer in pain may she
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Judy Smith donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Barb Hayward posted a condolence
Thursday, January 25, 2024
We are very sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. Remembering her from our younger years. Condolences to the Wilson and VanderHeyden families.
Barb(Dewey) and Steve Hayward
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Mike and Darlene Andriash donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Bob & Carol Spence posted a condolence
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Dear Al, Scott,Jessie and Jeff
We are very sorry to read of Fran's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
She will be missed by so many. Cherish those memories and all the good times.
She fought the fight for so long may she rest in peace.
Bob and Carol Spence
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Cindy Wilson donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Thursday, January 25, 2024
With deepest sympathy Al, Scott, Jeff and families
Cindy and Beaver Wilson
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Linda Koolen donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Cathy Johnson posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
So sorry to hear of Fran's passing. What a fun person she was! An amazing athlete in any sport she tried! I learned a lot about broomball from her and was always in awe of her ability! She always was ready with advice, a helping hand and a laugh. Al, Scott, Jessie, AJ, Drew and Jeff, Fran's passing will leave a huge hole, but her legacy lives on. Sending you all my condolences.
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Joan Catt posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Sending our condolences to Al and family.
Franny was such a great person who will be missed by so many. Franny loved to have a good time and I'm glad I got to share many laughs with her back in the Broomball days. RIP
Joan & Wayne Catt
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North Lambton Secondary School staff donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY - SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Mary and Wayne Everett posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
We were so sorry to hear about Fran. She was such a lovely person. Condolences, prayers and thoughts to you Allan and family.
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Murray and Cindy Kemp posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
We were very sorry to hear the news that Franny is gone. Our condolences to Al, Scott & Jessie, Jeff, grandchildren and the Vanderheyden family. Our thoughts are with you all during these very difficult days.
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Rick & Julie DeWeerd posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Rick and I send our deepest condolences to Al, Scott, Jeff and families on the passing of Franny. She always had time for a chat, a hug and oh that laugh, contagious. She will be missed my many.
Rick & Julie DeWeerd
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Joy Vokes (Douglas) posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
To All of Franny's Family,
Sincere condolences to everyone. I met Fran as a teenager who went out to play hockey in Forest with limited hockey experience and even less talent. She was very welcoming and could poke fun at my lack of skills in a friendly way that let me know I was a part of the team no matter what. Twenty five years later I went to Forest to play on a womens ball hockey team and there was Franny. We recognized each other and nodded. After the first shift she didn't miss a beat and stated " I see you haven't improved over the years", we had a great laugh. She was one of a kind as I'm sure you all know.Good memories sustain us.
Joy (Douglas) Vokes
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Al and Barb Frayne posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
My condolences Al so sad to hear this. Al and Barb Frayne
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Ross & Trudy Emmons lit a candle
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Al and family. We are so very sorry to hear of Fran's passing. Ross recalls fun times with her at the PUC and at his 50th Birthday Party. She was so liked/loved by all who knew her. Rest in Peace Fran.
Ross & Trudy Emmons
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Ron Core posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
We are saddened to hear of Fran’s passing.
Our deepest condolences to Al, Scott, Jeff and the Vanderheyden families.
I had a lot a of great times and memories with Fran thru work and sporting events. She will be dearly missed
Ron and Karen Core
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Jayne Bellyk uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Fran was openhearted and showed kindness without judgement to all that knew her. She was my high school pal and travelled on my bus. Who knew those yellow buses were a laboratory of lifelong friendships. Fran lived her best life and had a gentle ending surrounded by love; she would not have wanted it any other way.
Bon voyage old friend xo. Jayne bellyk
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Gail Cassidy posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Dear Al, Scott, Jeff & Families:
I was so sorry to hear that Franny had lost her courageous battle.
I will always remember our visits, many laughs and enjoying a "beverage" together on my back porch when we were "backyard" neighbors!! We enjoyed many fun times together!
Also, Franny was always there to lend a hand if I needed help with anything.
She was a kind, happy, fun-loving woman and will be greatly missed by many!
Cherish all of the wonderful memories you have and they will help ease the pain during the days, months and years ahead!
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Gail Cassidy
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Marianne Boddaert posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Sorry for your loss, Al and family. Fran will be missed by many. Cherish the memories
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Sue Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Al,Scott,Jeff and family sorry to hear of Fran's passing. My deepest condolences to all. I will Cherish the many good memories I have.
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Lyn and Rick Faulds posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Al, Scott, Jeff and families, we we saddened to hear of Frannie's passing. She was such a fun person to see and chat with. She played a great game of ball and was always up for a beverage and a laugh off the field too. So many great memories.
Deepest condolences,
Rick and Lyn Faulds
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Barb Jackson posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
With deep condolences to all of Fran’s family at this most difficult time. She always lit up any room she entered with her smile and infectious chuckle. Her continuing gift is of countless memories to treasure.
Sincerely Brian & Barb Jackson
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Mitzi Sheppard posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Al,Scott,Jeff and family sorry to hear of Frannies passing, a true gem that will be truly missed. Frannie had a laugh that was contagious, on the few trips we took together there was always so much laughter. Thinking of everyone at this difficult time. Mitzi and Dave.
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Dale and Kerry Fisher posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Our condolence to the Wilson family
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Linda Koolen posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
I am sorry to read of Fran's passing and I send my condolences to Allan, Scott, Jeff and others in the Vanderheyden and Wilson families.
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Jim & Paul Augustine posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
To the Family: We are very saddened to hear of Fran's passing. Both the Lambton Middlesex Rec Hockey League and Thedford-Bosanquet Old Timers League are sending it's deepest condolences along with the Augustine Family.
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Mike and Sharon McKay posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
We are very sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. Condolences to Al, Scott, Jeff and all her families. She will be missed dearly. Lots of memories and good times.
Mike and Sharon McKay
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Jim & Kathy Verhoeven posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
So sorry to read of Frans passing. Condolences to her family and friends. She fought a hard fight. May she Rest In Peace.
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Lynne Davis posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
I was saddened to hear of Fran's passing. I always enjoyed chatting with her when she came to watch the grandchildren play hockey. My condolences to Al, Scott, Jeff and all Fran's family. May the many memories you have of her help all of you through this very sad time.
Lynne Davis
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Judy Gratton posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Sending Our deepest sympathy to the Wilson family. Fran was so fun to be around and lit up any room she entered. It won't be as much fun without her but reminiscing about the good times will be just as much fun! May Fran rest in Heavenly peace.
Judy and Norm Gratton and family
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Donna McCormick posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about Franny. My deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed by so many
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Konnie& Dave Maxfield posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
So very sorry to hear of Fran's passing. She will be missed by many. Dave always talks about their days working together at the PUC.Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Konnie & Dave Maxfield
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Lynne Dobroski posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
I was saddened to hear of Frannys passing, but know that she will be at peace. Fran was so easy to run into, have a good catch up, a few laughs and a hug. As others have stated there was nothing Fran could not do. She will be greatly missed. Condolences to her family and friends
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Jan Mosher posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
We were lucky to have been next door neighbors to Fran and Al for the last 6 1/2 years. So many chats over the fence and getting to know Fran was so nice. I’ve gained so much respect for her courageous battle. Hearing all of the wonderful stories of her athletic abilities and her modestly accepting the complements. I was only lucky enough to golf with her a couple times and felt as if I was with a pro, she was so patient and supportive. I just can’t say enough good about Fran, wished we only known her longer. Will always remember our chats over the fence.
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Cathy Heynsbergen posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Garry and I send our condolences to Fran’s families. She will be missed.
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Vicki Watson posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
So sorry to hear of Frans death have many fond memories of playing hockey With her condolences from Keith and Vi ki Watson
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Larry and Nancy McAuley posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Our condolences to Al, Scott, Jeff and family. Fran was included in a group of friends I had the privilege to hang out with, talented in sport but also in life. Many great times were had and memories plenty.
RIP my friend
Larry and Nancy McAuley
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Debby Potter posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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When I met Aunt Fran I was 8 years old which would make her 13. Our family visited from Alberta that summer and it was the first of many more trips to Forest I was able to capture in my next 54 years. I remember when we made eye contact that day and she had that mischievous trademark grin of hers, clearly pleased to see that her new niece was around her age. We hit it off immediately and I felt like I found a big sister. Being the oldest in a clan of four, this was a dream come true for me. During that adventure on the original Vanderheyden farm, Aunt Fran taught me how to catch frogs, wander through the many trails around the property, play baseball, drive machinery and curse. It was the beginning of the beautiful, fun relationship I had with her that thankfully lasted up to just a couple of weeks ago.
Aunt Fran was one of those incredible souls that bowed down to nothing or nobody. She was a shoot from the hip, honest, hard working, generous with her heart and her time kind of gal. She loved life and she loved her people more than your average person does.
She invested herself into your life, as if you were important to her. Aunt Fran spent many hours travelling to visit me in Alberta and PEI always to share a drink and a laugh and tell stories along with playing a great game of Hillbilly Euchre, which she taught me of course. She was always there to listen if I needed an ear, to cry on her shoulder or to laugh at the silliness of life. I hope I will remember her with smiles more than with tears because that’s what she gave me. A lifetime of smiles. RIP sweet lady ~ I will never forget you…
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Rob Livingston posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Allan, Scott, Jeff, and Vanderheyden family,
We send our deepest condolences on the passing of Franny. Forest has lost a great sports legend, there wasn't anything Fran couldn't play. She was also a great person. Rest in peace Franny.
Rob, Sue, Emma Livingston
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Bev and David McLean posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
We were very sorry to hear of Fran's passing. Our deepest sympathies to Allan, Scott, Jeff and all members of the Wilson and Vanderheyden families.
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Juanita (Moons) Vandenberg posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
I am very sorry to hear of Fran's passing! I have many memories of a sporty woman who indeed could hold her own both on the diamond and in the beer tent. I remember many 'Pioneers' baseball parties from my childhood when my dad played on the team, and can hear her laugh in my head. Hoping that your many good memories will help carry you through the days ahead.
Juanita (Moons) Vandenberg
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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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