In addition to her parents, Frances is preceded in death by her siblings, Alma Inez Ledbetter, John Douglas Lavender, Carl Alvin Lavender, Annie May Lavender, and Carolyn Ruth Dodson.
She is survived by siblings, Esther Marie Pyle, Robert Lester Lavender, Mary Jane Gilbert, Harold Shelton Lavender, and Shirley Faye Lavender; a guardian child, Grace McKenzie Murphy who was the love of her life; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
There will be a visitation at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home in Monticello, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. There will be a visitation at Brazzell Cornish Funeral Home in Prescott, on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Graveside services will be in Libert Cemetery on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Condolences(6)
Adam Mills
Monticello, AR Monday, July 6, 2026 Shirley, thoughts and prayers for you Jessica Gracie and the whole bunch from 4 west that was there when I was around. Fran helped My ex wife and I get married way back in 2010 and helped us through so much during those years. I know Sarah and I were grateful at that time for the help that she gave anc after with just myself. May her memory be a blessing and never forget her. I thank her for everything she did back thenGlenda Gilbert Howard
Santa Fe, NM Wednesday, July 1, 2026 We are saddened to hear of Frances passing. Daddy had such great memories with her & we loved hearing his stories. Praying for her family during this time.Debbie Gilbert Queen
Frankston, TX Wednesday, July 1, 2026 I saw Frances as a happy bubbly soul! She and my daddy, Glen Gilbert, forever kept each other laughing! My sympathies to the Lavender family, especially Mary Jane and Shirley who spent their lives taking care of her.Wesley Carnicle
Monticello, AR Saturday, June 27, 2026 Prayers. I use to work with Ms. Fran at 4 West in Monticello ArkansasZachary N. Cooper
Crossett, AR Wednesday, June 24, 2026 My sincere condolences to your family during this difficult time.Sherry ONeill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Shirley and family,I am so sorry for the loss of Francis. She was a precious, sweet lady and I loved her. She was always so helpful when I brought my fur-babies to the clinic. May God bless and comfort you and the rest of the family.??