Frances Swift
November 27, 2014
Peacefully on Thursday, November 27, 2014, Mrs. Fran Swift of London and formerly of Willowdale, in her 89th year. Wife of the late Ron Swift (1974). Loving mother of Marilyn (Paul Stewart) of Richmond Hill, Leslie (Grant Drew) of Oakville and Kathy (David Steels) of London. Dear grandmother of Janet, Joanne (Bryan), Catherine (Sean), Scott (Allison), Kristina (Tyler) and Laura (Anne) and great-grandmother of Jordyn, Sullivan, Eli, Evan and Cameron. Also survived by her sister Florence Rutland (late Fred), and her brothers David Madill (Peggy) and Chuck Madill (Roberta). The funeral service will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service. Cremation to follow with private inurnment at Woodland Cemetery. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Fran are asked to consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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I first met Fran when I was new to London 16 years ago.. I did not have any family here nor did I know anyone.. I was introduced to Fran by the Pastor of our new church.. she quickly became our new family.. she babysat my boys when I worked.. joined us for many family meals and events.. as the years passed we only became closer.. she would help me in the kitchen for Coffee hour, with Sunday school... sitting on Church Council together.. enjoying many Amobile concerts together .. maple syrup breakfast at the pancake house... our many games of scrabble... sharing recipes.. the list goes on... I am making a pot of one of her favorite soups right now.. potato leek.. we would always share.. she made the best cookies in the whole world.. no one can replace you in my life...ever...I love you....
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I would like to pass my prayers and thought to your family, Fran was a lovely lady at the Gainsborough.
Kathy ,Leslie& Marilyn, It was so very sad for me to hear of Frans death....so I am sure it is that much more difficult for all of you. Fran was very dear to me and I loved her muchly .My husband& kids also thought fondly of Fran. To know her is to Love her :) It will be difficult to not be able to call her & chat anymore . She will be always in my thoughts . Fran was always there to help anybody that needed it & always loved a good laugh.I will remember also how we loved her date squares.she seemed to enjoy making them just so she could share with everybody. Take care of each other & God bless. love ,Barb 'Shopan faith & joel C.
So sorry to hear of Fran's passing. My parent's introduced me & my son to your Mother. They live at the Gainsborough too, Irene & Wm Tomlin. Your Mother was such a sweetheart. I've missed seeing her since she left the Gainsborough. It was a pleasure to have known her. Again my deepest sympathy for you loss Marnie, Darrell & Dillon Limon, Irene & Wm Tomlin
To Fran's family; Please accept my sincere sympathies on the loss of your dear Mother/Grandmother. She was my Mom's neighbour at the Gainsborough & I had the honour of seeing her numerous times. She was a gracious ,giving neighbour! I can still see her handwritten notes, in her tiny fine script, that she often slipped under Mom's door, many times accompanied by homemade soup or yummy muffins. My thoughts are with you, Jill (Drysdale) Geiger
Our sympathy goes out to your families and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Fondly your Redi-Set friend, Marlene and Terry
Fondest memories will remain with me of a very special lady and the many happy times we shared over years of friendship. EV
So sorry to hear of Fran's passing. Our condolences to everyone we will keep her in our hearts.
So sorry to hear of Fran's passing.She was always a good , kind and very thoughtful person and I valued our long friendship. My sincere condolences to all the family.Julia
So, sorry to hear of the passing of Fran Swift, aka Grannie Frannie. I have some very fond memories of her, she use to take me to the North York Winter Carnival. Then she would invite us for dinner and would make some delicious casserole dish. She was such a kind, sweet person and will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Jenelle, Victor, Tyler and Lauren.
Laura, Kathy & Kristina, MY deepest condolences on the passing of your Grandma & Mom. She was a wonderful lady who touched many people. I always enjoyed talking with her a guiding & school events. Tarin has many fond memories of her as well. She was greatly loved & I know she will be missed dearly. I hope you are able to find comfort in your beautiful memories of her...love to you all.....Janet
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