Frances Speight Downes
November 14, 1936 - July 17, 2021
Cremation Society of Virginia
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Frances Speight Downes, 84 passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 17, 2021 surrounded by her daughters and her sister. She was the daughter of the late James and Gertrude Speight born on November 14, 1936. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill, her son, Kenny, her brothers Milton, Raymond and James Speight, and her sister…

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Joan Yermal left a message on July 30, 2021:
I HOPE GOD IS GOOD TO YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUFFERING AND PAIN. YOU HAVE BEEEN A NEW FRIEND TO ME AND AN EXCELLENT ONE AT THAT. I WILL CHERISH YOUR BEING AND REMEMBER YOU AS KINDNE2SS. SWEET DREAMS FOREVER,SEE YOU SOON.
Tami Justice Glaze left a message on July 25, 2021:
I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Downes. She was a fun, vivacious, beautiful lady. I appreciate all the times she allowed us to hangout and have sleepovers at your house - even putting up with our late night pancake making. I am praying for you Pat and Cheryl and your family.
Anita Tonelson left a message on July 20, 2021:
Frances was a wonderful friend and neighbor during our years on Edinburgh Drive. She and her daughters were wonderful with our children and we have thought of her often. Pat and Cheryl, we are so sorry for your loss. Anita and Lou Tonelson
Jane M Jones left a message on July 20, 2021:
So sorry for your loss my prayers go out to your familyI always enjoyed her wonderful recipes!And I am lucky enough to have the beautiful Christmas Tree she made for me it will always make think of her every Christmas.She was a wonderful sister to my friend Marguerite.My love and thoughts to all of you!❤️?
Mark Wagner left a message on July 20, 2021:
Cheryl/Pat and family, I am very sorry for your loss. Your mom was always very kind to me and the other Thalia kids that spent time around your house.
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Vicky Wagner Stellato left a message on July 20, 2021:
With fond memories of a strong woman, so full of life ~ Pat and Cheryl, I am so sorry for your loss.
Joan Yemal left a message on July 19, 2021:
Frannie, It was so good for the time spent together, Your a sister to a very close friend of mine. You are certainly missed right now, knowing you were so so active in all your abundance of chores and doings. Gee Fran, did God have to take you now, just as we were getting to know each other? You"ll be missed......very much---------God be with you, Bless you and keep you safe and secure. Your Polack friend, ...................Joan Y.
Marci Rush left a message on July 19, 2021:
Rest in Peace Frances I know in my heart you are with Kenny and Dee Dee and the rest of your family who have been waiting in heaven for you. Thanks for the beautiful Christmas Trees you made for me and my granddaughter. You will always be remembered over the holidays when we put out beautiful trees.. Thank you for the wonderful idea of leaving your family a letter.. I will follow your lead and do the same for my family.. What a wonderful gift you left them.. Marguerite has your girls and I will try and be there for her now that she doesn't have you daily in her life.. Lots of the ladies out here at West Neck will miss your daily jokes sent and be there for Marguerite also.. William and I will try not to beat her to bad at cards.. I know you would are laughing now even if I cannot hear you.. Rest in Peace my friend..
Steve Moore left a message on July 19, 2021:
Oh, this news is tough. Mrs. Downes was such a nice lady and I always thought so much of her. She is with Kenny now, and I bet he's showing her around heaven and they're laughing together this very moment. Prayers to her family as they work through this loss. God bless you all.
Sonya Benshoff left a message on July 19, 2021:
Our thoughts are with the family has they navigate the loss of a mother, sister, and friend to many! Sonya and Gregg Benshoff
Jane M.Jones left a message on July 18, 2021:
My love and thoughts are with you and family,thinking of you at this sad time.My prayers are with all of you.God Bless and RIP ?❤️
Jim & Barbara Garrison left a message on July 18, 2021:
We were very saddened to hear of Mrs. Downes passing. We were both very fond of her, she was a great lady. She will be deeply missed by both of us.
Buddy and Trina Marson left a message on July 18, 2021:
Our deepest condolences to Frances's family. With love and heartfelt caring, Buddy and Trina Marson
Cremation Society of Virginia left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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