Service:
Arnold Cemetery, Chatham
Saturday December 9, 2023
11:00 a.m.
With her loving husband Jack of 59 years and family by her side, Frances Emily Arnold (nee Moir) peacefully passed into her heavenly home on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at the age of 82.
Fran was born in Dartmouth N.S. and is the daughter of the late Hilda and James Moir. She is predeceased and now re-united with her precious young son Johnny and brother Peter.
Forever loved by her two children, Tracy Arnold (Tim) of Windsor, Ont. and Paul Arnold (Kim) of Hamilton, Ontario. Sister of Donna Reaume (Bernie) of Chatham, Ont. Sister-in-law to Helen Graham (Harry) of Perth, Ont., and the late Richard and Donna Arnold of Chatham, Ont. She was also the sister-in-law to Marilyn Moir of Chatham, Ont.
She was the proud loving Nana to Bridgette Picard (Claude), Jeffrey Diepering (Sean), Aaron Arnold and Brittany Shaw (Steven). Filling her heart with love and joy, great-grandchildren Joseph, Maxine, Mathius, Seth and Lucas. She also adored her many nieces and nephews.
Lovingly remembered by foster children Lynn, Helene, Donna, Briggitte and the late Louise and families.
Fran will also be fondly remembered by neighbors and many friendships she developed over her lifetime.
Fran’s home was a reflection of her life, filled with collectibles from her worldwide travels with her husband’s work. But moreso, it was abundantly filled with the unconditional and generous love she had for her family and friends, where she welcomed you around her kitchen table to share a cup of tea and chat at any time. Her gentle and generous spirit left a last impacting on those who knew her.
The family invites you to join them on Saturday December 9, 2023 at 11 a.m. for Fran’s committal service at Arnold Cemetery, 10282 Longwoods Road, Chatham, followed by a luncheon to share memories at Blenheim Community Funeral home, 53 Stanley St., Blenheim, Ont.
The family would like to thank the Chatham-Kent Dialysis Centre, Bayshore, and staff at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance for their great care.
Donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society and Chatham-Kent Hospice.
