Frances Eleanor Willis Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-09-21T19:00:00
End: 2024-09-21T21:00:00
Location: Ocker Funeral Home

The passing of Frances Eleanor Willis of Fort Smith, Arkansas leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 6, 2024 at the age of 82. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her father Frank; her daughter Mary C. Willis; and her brother Fred Beckman. She is survived by: her husband Ross Willis; her daughter Suzanne Cartwright (Blair); her grandchildren, Chandler, Brooks, Baylor and Carrington Cartwright; her siblings, Charlie (Kay), David Beckman (Gale), John Beckman (Deniece) and Judy Beckman; and her sisters-in-law, Margo Symonds (John) and Betty Beckman. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity organization of the donor's choice in Frances' honor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ocker-Putman Funeral Homes

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September 22, 2024

Phillip Marks wrote a sympathy message

“I had a long and meaniful friendship with Frances since high school.As our unofficial class contact and tireless volunteer for our several wonderful class reunions she was the glue that kept our class informed about the news of our classmates. Bill kidder and I would always find time on our visits to spend time with her. She will always hold a special place in my heart.PhillipMarks,M.D.”

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700 Jefferson St, Van Buren, AR 72956

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