Frances Marie Broadwell was born in Morehead, North Carolina. The first child to Herschell and Flora Bell Young, and oldest sibling to sister, Patricia, and brother, Herschell Young II.
She was known to many as Frances or Fran, but her favorite name was Grandma Fran, a name she was very proud of. Fran loved supporting her grandchildren in all of their activities, attending every event that she could.
She loved all things having to do with family and friends. She was a strong believer in the Lord, Jesus Christ, and her faith carried her well through her life on earth.
Fran knew the meaning of hard work. As a Cessna manufacturing employee, she dedicated many years and later became a nanny to families that recognized that her fun, gentle spirit could benefit little ones. Fran loved gardening and keeping a nice home. She always gave her best toward any commitments she made. Fran will be missed by so many that dearly loved her.
Frances is preceded in death by her parents; her brother; former husband, Peter Nolasco; former husband, Herbert Dean Broadwell; grandson, Jason Patterson; her great-grandson, Trevor Crighton; and great-granddaughter, Kaylee Crighton.
Frances is survived by her son, Peter Nolasco; daughters, Stephanie Patterson (John) and Jennifer Thomas (David); grandchildren, April Gohring (Phil) and Taylor Ronen (Chris); great-grandchildren, Tyler Crighton, Nicolette Bevan, and Gavin Patterson; and great-great-grandkids, Jordy Bevan, Jersey Jay Bevan, Kendall Ronen, and Chandler Ronen.
The family will be having a private ceremony and burial on Friday, February 18th, at Resthaven Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, at www.samaritanspurse.org.
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