Frances led a fulfilling life enriched by her dedication to community service and her deep love for her family. She retired after a career with DASEP in North Little Rock and made significant contributions during her tenure as President of the EAANG Auxiliary and as AREA IV director for the Enlisted Association National Guard US. A proud Life Member of the VFW Auxiliary, Frances was known for her generosity, supporting causes like the St. Labre and St. Joseph Indian schools.
She cherished moments spent camping, fishing, and traveling with her family, and she found joy in tackling crossword puzzles.
Frances was preceded in death by her father, Nelson, her mother, Marjorie Whittaker, and her son, John Leyes, Jr. She is survived by her beloved husband, James Troy, her daughters Michele Leyes and Cassie Briscoe (Lorenzo), her son Derek Troy, and her grandchildren Samantha Leyes, Celeste James, AJ Troy, and Ryan Duffey. She is also survived by her brothers Nelson Delyn Whittaker (Bobbie) and Larry W. Whittaker, sister-in-law Arlene Hughes, brother-in-law Kelly Troy, and numerous cousins and relatives.
A Memorial Service to honor Frances's life will be held on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock, AR, 72117.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the St. Labre or St. Joseph Indian schools, causes dear to Frances's heart.
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