Frances Elaine Grann, 93, was born Oct. 21, 1926 in Harlan, IA, to Horace and Rose Peterson. She was one of 13 children. She departed this life on April 25, 2020 at the The Township, Battlefield, MO.

Frances married the love of her life, Howard Grann, on June 15, 1946 and to this union, two children were born, Douglas and Nancy.

Frances taught school in a one room schoolhouse while in IA. The family moved to Springfield, MO, in 1960, where she was an active member of North National (Water Mill) Church of Christ for 60 years. She enjoyed teaching Sunday school and started the first Sunday class for Special Needs Children. She named her class, "Little Angels".

Frances's love of children continued with her volunteer work in several classrooms, A Sporting Chance, and the Thrift Haven store. She loved to bake, work in her garden, and help others. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; brothers and sisters, and one special grandson, Adam Grann.

Left to cherish her memories are her son, Douglas (Karen) of North Brance, MN; daughter, Nancy (Gregory) of Republic, MO; sisters, Verda Mae Larson, and Lile (Pete) Peterson; grandchildren, Jeffrey (Tanya) Grann, Nathaniel Grann, Jessica Johnson, and Justin Johnson; great grandchildren Jacob and Jessica Grann and a host of relatives and friends.

A family celebration of Frances's life will be held at later date. A private graveside service is planned. Memorial contributions can be made to Fair Haven Children's Home 3122 N. Fair Haven Hoop, Strafford, MO 65757.