Obituary
Frances (Fran) Peterson (nee Fraser)
04 January 1927 – 25 November 2021
Fran grew up in the Springer Valley area of Burnaby, BC as the second youngest of four children to Elsie and William Fraser. She was pre-deceased by her brother Lyle, and sisters Pat and Lois.
In their youth, the Fraser family enjoyed picnicking at Stanley Park. Fran spoke of memories of her brother Lyle generously sharing his work earnings with his sisters. She loved her family dog, Jiggs and had very loving memories growing up, despite not having a lot of money.
She attended Catholic school and was a devout Catholic throughout her life.
She met Ross Peterson through her brother Lyle, who were buddies running the streetcars in Vancouver. Fran and Ross wed on November 10, 1951.
Her first child, Martin was born in 1957, followed by Ken in 1959 and finally Carol in 1963. She was a devoted Mom to all three kids.
Fran returned to the workforce once her kids were older, joining her sister Pat at CNCP Telecommunications (yes, back when there were telegrams) and continued working there until her retirement about 13 years later.
In 1996 her first grandchild, Hailey was born. Tori, her second granddaughter, followed in 1999. Fran and Ross were doting Grandparents to both girls, and Fran was often found shopping for all kinds of outfits, or anything that might bring a smile to their faces. Fran loved to ‘browse’ in stores and more often than not, came home with many items for others, and not herself.
Fran and Ross were married for 62 wonderful years until Ross passed in 2014.
Generosity and kindness were without a doubt two of Fran’s most endearing qualities. She had a genuine interest in people, was a great listener, which tended to make people of all ages feel at ease in her company.
She was able to continue to live in her own condo, independently, until the ripe age of 94, which was something that made her very happy.
Fran was a beautiful lady who be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services held at:
11:00 am
Friday, 3 December 2021
St Luke’s Catholic Church
20285 Dewdney Trunk Road
Maple Ridge, BC
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Frances Fraser Peterson January 4 1927 November 25 2021 (age 94)..
Décès pour la Ville: Maple Ridge, Province: Colombie britanique