Frances Hinson, age 81 of Denver, passed away December 25, 2013. Born in Mecklenburg County on September 25, 1932, she was the daughter of the late William Loy and Brenda Dellinger Beam. She is survived by 3 children, Pamela Hinson of Denver, Tony Hinson of Charlotte and Karen Hinson of Denver; 6 grandchildren, Megan Piersall, Toni Hinson, Jamie Garris, Beth Lowe, Heather Lowe and Michael Hinson; a great granddaughter Nora Piersall. She is also survived by a brother Bill Beam. Funeral services and interment will be private. Online condolences may be offered through www.forestlawnwest.com.