Obituary of Fran Milne
Milne: Frances "Fran" Josephine (née Symonds) -
A resident of Rondeau Bay Estates, Fran Milne passed away at home on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the age of 92.
Born in Riverside, Essex County, Fran was the daughter of the late Fred and Grace Symonds.
Loving mother of David Milne (Deborah).
Proud Grandma of Kelly Milne, David Milne (Bernice) and Andrea Hodgson (John).
Great-Grandma to Alexis, Connor, Ian, Alexander; Emily, Erica; and Norah.
Dear sister to Joyce and Bill. Predeceased by her siblings Evelyn, Cecil and Bobby.
Also missed by her niece Vicky Symonds and nephew Bill Symonds.
Fran retired from the Bank of Montreal after 20 years of service.
As per Fran's wishes, cremation has taken place with a private family interment to be held at Greenlawn Cemetery at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Frances to the Canadian Cancer Society or Pet and Wildlife Rescue would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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