Frances Kay Ringgold, 60, died Sunday, October 16, at New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington.
She is survived by her husband, Vernon Hughes Ringgold, Jr.; six children, Donna Burgess, Terry Ringgold, Crystal Kelly, Julia Kelly, Jeannette Ringgold and Ronald Hoke; two brothers, Richard Hunnings and Clyde Hunnings; 13 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 8:00 pm Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Cotten Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cotten Funeral Home & Crematory 2201 Neuse Blvd., New Bern, NC 28560.