of Marshall, AR
July 14, 1950 - January 22, 2021
Frances Bernice Watts Williams, Age 70 of Marshall, AR went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 22, 2021 at Ozark Health in Clinton AR. She was born in Marshall, AR on July 14th 1950 to Ralph and Imogene Davis Watts.
She was a Loving, thoughtful, outgoing person who enjoyed joking and cutting up with people. She had a bubbly personality and never met a stranger. She was a Good Christian woman who attended Red Oak Freewill Baptist church. She loved to "GO" ..anywhere. She was always thought of as the "Fun Aunt", she always took the kids in the family to the skating rink in Morning star and always made sure we were "thrilled" going over thrill hill. She was quite the prankster. She loved to look at and enjoy their garden. She loved to bake and used any excuse to make delicious desserts. Over the years she worked as a Home Health aide, a Head Start aide, worked on the dairy farm & woodworking shop. She was a mom of 2 wonderful daughters & wife of an amazing husband.
She was preceded in death by: her parents Ralph and Imogene, 3 brothers Carroll, Rudolph (Rudy), Jackie Lynn and various other family members.
Survived by: Her adoring husband of 52 years Donald Gene, 2 wonderful daughters Melissa & Jeffery Jackson of Gassville, Wendy & Scott Barnett of Marshall. Her sisters Colene Gordon of St Louis MO, Thelma Nadine Marshall, of Marshall and her brother Kenneth (Kenny) of Hillsboro, MO. A host of Nieces and Nephews to numerous to name. Special friends Carla Harness, Norma Babb, Fay Graham and several other family and friends who will mourn her passing.
Graveside service: Monday Jan 25, 2021 at 2pm at the McDaniel Cemetery in Marshall with Bro. Kenny McDaniel officiating.Pallbearers: Jeffery Charles Jackson, John Allen Watts, Micky Ralph Langston, Ray Hartley, Tim Altman, Doug Morrison. Honorary pallbearers: Joe Dale Williams, Scott Barnett, Timmy Watts, Bill Jackson, and other friends and family.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic we are practicing social distancing at our graveside services and all patrons are required to provide and wear their own masks. Anyone with underlying health conditions are advised to please stay home. You may sign our online guestbook on our website: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/marshall
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43 Condolence(s)
Laura Miller
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
So sorry for your loss
Troy&Peggy Ragland
Monday, January 25, 2021
So sorry for your loss,she was a very sweet lady and good friend. Praying for all of you may God comfort you guys.
Doyle & Faye Graham
Monday, January 25, 2021
It was a great day in 1998 when I met this wonderful lady and we became instant friends.
We enjoyed doing so many things together. Our birthdays were two weeks apart but she was always reminding me that I was 5 years older. None can take her place as she was very special to me.
God Bless you, Donald, Wendy, Melissa and family.
Kathryn Lawrence Neeley
Monday, January 25, 2021
So sorry Donald and girls for your loss. Francis and I met in the fifth grade and was special friends from then.
I hold so many memories of being at her home and her at mine. What a fun person to have as a friend.
She will be missed dearly.
Clara Foshee
Monday, January 25, 2021
Prayers of comfort for family and friends. I will miss her smile and laughter
Karen Lawrence
Monday, January 25, 2021
I was so sorry to hear about Frances, she was always so fun-loving and happy. I got to know her when we both worked for Area Agency. My thoughts and prayers for all her family.
Rita and Dennis Hughes
Monday, January 25, 2021
Melissa and Family. I am very sorry for the loss of your precious family member. May you find comfort in God’s gift of heaven. My prayers are with you all.
Dennis and Rita Hughes
David and Diane Butler
Monday, January 25, 2021
Sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers Wendy.
Renee Walsh
Monday, January 25, 2021
Oh Wendy, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. I remember spending the night at your house during our high school days and your mom was always fun. She will be missed. I’m praying for you and your family today. Hugs!!
Tommy & Julie George
Monday, January 25, 2021
I was just sitting here thinking back on all the Fun times we had with Aunt Fran. She definitely was our FUN Aunt. We will miss her so much. Praying for Uncle Donald, Melissa & Jeffery, and Wendy & Scott. We love you guys and if you need anything, anytime please let us know. HUGS AND PRAYERS!!!
Sandi Williams Fisher
Monday, January 25, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this. We will miss her. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Steve & Betty Ann Jones
Sunday, January 24, 2021
May the God of all comfort comfort Frances family our thoughts and prayers are with you all ////// nothing is never lost if you know where it is , Heaven is getting sweeter as the days go by plus she was a wonderful kind and loving person who will be greatly missed
Debbie Watts
Sunday, January 24, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Angela Woolsey
Sunday, January 24, 2021
Donald, Melissa, and Wendy I am so sorry to hear about Frances. I will never forget Melissa was my best friend in school and we always had to be home by midnight or we would get in trouble. I got to see Donald and Frances not to many years ago at a Funeral in Marshall and we hugged and was glad to see each other. I never knew that would be the last time I would get to talk to her. Many Prayers to all the family. Love you guys!!
Marie Hartley
Sunday, January 24, 2021
My condolences.
Amie (Dhaemers) Tolson
Sunday, January 24, 2021
My heart aches for my High School friend, Wendy and for the entire family. I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you all.
Janelta Barrett
Sunday, January 24, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Frances was a delight to know. She always had a beautiful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Jeannie Casto
Sunday, January 24, 2021
Francis was always smiling when I saw her. She made me the best Hello Dollie bars when I graduated high school almost 30 years ago. I’m so very sorry. Prayers for the family. I bet her and my Mom are in Heaven talking about old times.
Michelle Bradley
Sunday, January 24, 2021
I’m sorry for your loss.
Loressa Dye
Sunday, January 24, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss Melissa, Wendy and Donald. If you need anything just let me know
Duane and Karen Ragland
Sunday, January 24, 2021
we are so sorry for your loss.
Jimmylynn & Beverly Horton
Sunday, January 24, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Peggy Kelley Ragland
Sunday, January 24, 2021
I am so sorry and sad about Frances. She was a classmate and friend that always had a smile for you. Prayers for the family and know she will always be in my heart. Love Peggy
Rick and Janice Horton
Sunday, January 24, 2021
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family ðŸ™
Sue Nan Wheeler
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Frances and I went to school together. She was such a king, gentle person.
I am sorry for your loss and will pray for you and your family.
Marinda Holliman
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Our heartfelt sympathies to Nadine, Donald Gene and all the family of Frances. My memory of Frances is that I first met her in school at Marshall and that friendly happy smile of hers! Later in years we found out that we were Watts relatives when everyone was doing family research and going to the North Arkansas Ancestor Fair and Watts reunions. What an enjoyable time that was. It was then we met up again with Frances and her sister Nadine through their cousin Veda and Kelly Mitchell (now Smith) and got acquainted with her mother "aunt Jean ". We are so thankful to them for all the Watts history they supplied us with and the places and stories her mother shared with us. Prayers for you all to be comforted in your loss and have peace. Marinda and Rick Holliman
Shirley J. Gray
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Donald, Wendy and family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Albert & Anna Maze
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Our families will miss Frances. Prayers and hugs to you all.
Mike & Judy Watts
Saturday, January 23, 2021
So sorry to hear this about Frances. Our thoughts and prayers for Donald Gene and the family
James and Leada Horton
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Donald and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Frances. Loved her and always enjoyed visiting with her.
Our love and prayers for all of you.
Donna Oxford
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Francis was a dear friend,,, will always remember her with much love & respect,,,prayers for her family
David & Anita Brannon
Saturday, January 23, 2021
She will be missed. Dear Donald Gene & family we are so sorry for the loss. Prayers be with you.
D. L. and Peggy Adams
Saturday, January 23, 2021
prayers and sympathy for all of the family
EARL AND SHIRLEY BARNES
Saturday, January 23, 2021
PRAYERS FOR DONALD AND ALL THE FAMILY IN THIS TIME . HOPE YOU ALL WILL RELY ON GOD TO GIVE YOU PEACE. DONALD WAS MY CLASSMATE AND FRIEND.
Bill and Rita Horton
Friday, January 22, 2021
So sorry for the family in there loss she will be greatly missed
Betty and Ray Barnes
Friday, January 22, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. Ray went to school with Francis and always thought a lot of her.
David & Anita Brannon
Friday, January 22, 2021
Donald Gene & family we are so sorry for your loss. We truly miss her.our prayers rest with you cousin
Linda Vallery
Friday, January 22, 2021
Sending my deepest sympathy.
Brian & Becky Carter
Friday, January 22, 2021
Uncle Donald, Melissa, Wendy and all, I’m so sorry to hear of Aunt Frans passing. My heart is heavy knowing what your going through.
I wish a big hug could take the pain away, love you guys and pray God wraps his arms around you all and comforts you.
Betty Wade
Friday, January 22, 2021
Prayers for the family...
Rejoicing with Frances.
Love & sympathy.
John & Linda Watts
Friday, January 22, 2021
Donald& Family,
We pray God will give you strength during this time. We loved Frances and will miss her very much. You guys are forever in our hearts & prayers. Love, John & Linda Watts
John & Linda Watts
Friday, January 22, 2021
Donald & Family,
Randy
Friday, January 22, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady.