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FRANCES LOUISE BANCROFT

Born: May 05, 1918

Date of Passing: Apr 23, 2015

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FRANCES LOUISE BANCROFT April 23, 2015 Born and orphaned in Biggar, Saskatchewan May 5, 1918 to Clara McQuade and William Orr, Frances was adopted and raised by Phyllis Sellers. Frankie loved and was loved by many. Frankie is mourned by her son, Ken and his children Catherine, Christine, Paul, Ruth and Joan, by her nieces Joy, Margaret, Alexandra and Donna Sellers, nephew Gordon Sellers, by nieces Ina Gibson and Phyllis Barton, and nephew, Syd Sellers. Frankie was predeceased by brothers Russell, Wilfred and Gordon Sellers, her husband Bud in 1997, and by Judith Mary, her daughter-in-law in 2015. A celebration of Frankie's life will be held this summer in Winnipeg.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2015

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

  • Sorry to hear about your Mom, Ken. I worked at the City Hall with your Dad, Bud. He would tell us all about his Frankie, the love of his life. 'The Rose of Community Row.' He & she will forever be in my thoughts. - Posted by: Leslee Strauman (co-worker of Bud's) on: Apr 27, 2015

  • We are so sorry Ken to hear of Frankie's passing. She was one fine lady and we will miss her terribly. Frankie was certainly proud of you and your family. luv always, Bruce and Ellen - Posted by: Bruce and Ellen Bancroft (cousin) on: Apr 26, 2015

  • Hi Ken and Catherine, Christine, Paul, Ruth, Joan - She was a feisty and vibrant woman. A wonderful aunt. Even though I didn't see her often, each time was an event. Loved her dearly. Will miss her a lot. This has been a terrible time for all of you. Stay well. Take care. Love to all. Joy - Posted by: Joy Sellers (niece) on: Apr 25, 2015

  • Dear Ken, I trust your mom's long life gave you much joy and I hope you and your family are ok. All my best wishes, Paul Sweatman - Posted by: Paul Sweatman (Friend of Ken) on: Apr 24, 2015

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