Frances’ Obituary
At 76 years of age, France Elizabeth Forsythe passed away at home, in McLennan (AB), on October 26, 2021
Frances was born to Isabel (nee King) and Dennis O’Keefe in Bath (New Brunswick) on August 15, 1942. Married to Coleman Forsythe in 1963, they relocated to northern Alberta closer to the turn of the century.
She was involved in the Manoir du Lac chapter of the Ladies’ Auxiliary in McLennan. This, after years of teaching; a bountiful career that moved her to Alberta.
Frances is pre-deceased by her parents; brother Mike O’Keefe and sister-in-law Bernice O’Keefe.
She is survived by husband Coleman Forsythe; son Bill (Stephanie) Forsythe; daughter Kelly (Mark J. Sr.) Allen; grandsons Mark J. Jr. and Joshua Allen; great-grandchildren Marcel & Margaret Allen.
Frances’ cremated remains will rest at McLennan Cemetery.
Donations in Frances’ name may be made to:
Canadian Red Cross (www.redcross.ca/donate/appeal/donate-to-the-canadian-red-cross-fund#a0650cb6-ce29-4c40-b663-e749a0a9163f)
Canadian Cancer Society (cancer.ca/en/ways-to-give/personal-donation)
Heart & Stroke Foundation (secure-support.heartandstroke.ca/site/SPageServer?pagename=DMDonationForm&s_locale=en_CA)
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Frances Forsythe August 15 1942 October 26 2021..
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Death notice for the town of: Peace River, Province: Alberta