Frances Chaples, 82, of Spring Hill, FL passed away at the Spring Hill Regional Hospital, Spring Hill, FL on August 18, 2007 of natural causes.
A native of Portland, ME and a local resident since 2006, when she moved here from Ludlow, MA; she was a retired Assembly Line Worker for Milton Bradley Toy Co. and a protestant.
Preceded in death by her husband, Morris Chaples Sr. and a grandson, Joseph Bradbury, she is survived by her son, Richard Chaples of Sioux Falls, SD; two daughters; Patricia Bradbury of Spring Hill, FL and Deanna Seymour of Punta Gorda, FL; eleven grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. She is preceded in death by her son, Morris E. Chaples on June 6, 2007.
Im so very happy that i got the chance to meet such a wonderful woman.Her laughter always brought so much joy to everyone in her presence.I only wish that she is at the happiest moments of her life.She will be with the love of her life and be ay peace.We love you so much…love iris+vickie+danny
I only had the chance to know her for a short while.But she always shared a smile, A kind word. May she rest in peace.My deepest sympathies go out to her family !
With Warmest Regards,
Kathy Farnsworth
A billion Thank-You’s wouldn’t be enough for all the thanks that I have!
Nana, I will be everlastingly grateful to God and all of my ancestors for me being born to such wonderful grandparents!
Not everyone is that lucky in life.
You were a rare breed. Anyone that knew you knows what I’m talking about. You were never judgmental nor predjudice against anyone. You always found the good in everyone and you always gave everyone a chance. You helped so many people in so many ways and at the same time taught a precious life lesson, take a chance and always be there to help someone in need, without judgment. Thank you for installing those values in me.
Up until December of 1992 nobody could say “Nana” without the “and Grampy”. They went hand in hand. Even after that sad day we all still said it out of habit but tried not to say it in front of you as to not upset you. I want to thank you and Grampy for being the rocks in our family. You both showed your love to all of us in so many different ways. and there is a lot of us! Wow, look what you two began:. You both were there for all of us no matter what! I am so thankful that I got to grow up with such loving, caring, supportive and family orientated grandparents. You implanted us all with the importance of family. I will never forget that day when you and Grampy told me how strongly you felt about all of us getting together for the holidays,inspite of the craziness: thank you for that. I will never forget when we all lived together on Main St. You, Grampy, Mom, Joey, Toby, Me, Pj, Jessica oh how Grampy loved that little Jessica:and Michael.oh boy:. If I went out, you and Grampy used to check me before I did and say things like, “that outfit looks cute” or “that shirt doesn’t look right” and you would always give me a piece of costume jewelry to wear, you would say, “look, this would go good with that outfit”. No matter what, I always listened to you both and I would change that shirt or wear that jewelry, because I trusted, respected and loved you!
I’m sorry that I wasn’t there with you for the last few years of your life, that will forever be a terrible regret in my heart! Oh my God, if you only knew how much I missed you and missed our long heart to heart talks with all the good advise you always had for me that I always took and used. You were always right Nana.
I am however, so happy that I got a chance to see you, talk to you, hold your hand and kiss you one last time. even if I did have to fly, yikes: A million miles would not have kept me from doing that!
I love you very much Nana!
Despite the hurt of losing you forever, I truly believe that you and Grampy are now togther again and I know that makes you happy. Therefore, it makes me happy, especially for you. We know you’re up there happy and smiling down on us because…..we saw your rainbow.
Once again, Thank You Nana.
Forever Loving and Missing You…..
Theres so much to say where to begin? What happened, happened so suddenly.Acouple days before I seen you and you fine laughing smiling being you. Where do we go from here? its so hard And I miss you very much. You always showed me that even though we all have to fight for what we want its worth it. You were always there for your family and we all miss you very much. Its different going into your room and not seeing you there but I know that you are still with us. I just want to say sorry that I didnt see you in the hospital I couldnt I wanted to remember you sitting on the floor playing with naveah and anthony. I miss you. we all do. I thank you for everything you have done for myself michael naveah and anthony.You ARE a great woman. I thank god that I had the priviledge of knowing you. You gave light to every holiday and every day that I seen you. I know that you still will even memory I love you very much. I thank you for everything.
Well to start off. Nana, I Love You and Godbless your soul. Just sitting here, remembering years and years, but i always remember planting flowers in the garden. Chris over in the corner on the stairs, and Nana Trying to give her a haircut, or her always cooking something, and she is never selfish. She is a Saint and always will be.
To family and friends, I share your pain, and I am there for you through it. Just always remember the goodtimes, and that she is still here, with us, because your heart truely is with her love.
I hope you enjoyed living in Florida. The last time I saw you was in Springfield a few years ago.
You were always very kind to me and my family. I hope You, Morris and Junior are up in heaven playing pitch and having a high ball with my Grandparents “Kay” and Earl Young. Please tell my Mom and Earl B. that I love and miss them every day.
NANNA,
I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE NO MATTER WHAT TO TALK TO AND NOT TO JUDGE. MY LOVE AND HEART WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE NOW!
Dear Nana I will miss you so very much. I will always cherish time’s spent together. I have lots to say and share. One memory that I have and will never forget is you being with me when Desirae was born I have said before I will say it again Thank You. Kevins folks had said this passed weekend that she was nice lady will be missed. Kevin will also miss you being the feisty, flirt always spoke what was on your mind. Im so glad that you got to see Desirae in March seeing her enjoy the water.
Love always
Mandi,Desirae,Kevin
cat gang
I met Frances when she was my sister’s mother-in-law. I remember many cook outs with her sugar and butter corn. I had never tasted it before and it was fantastic. It was so apparent that her family was her most prized possesion. Even after my sister and Moe divorced she still loved Judy and considered her part of her family. She will be missed by all but I know she is happy to be with her loved ones in heaven
well to start off i will say that i will always remember the years i have had with nanna and that that my love for her will never diminish.This was a special woman that had no end to her heart.she loved her family better then anyone i have ever met.Nanna would give the shirt off her back if it were to help someone succeed in life.I love this woman and will never forget her.she and her family helped me grow up as a family and show me how people are suppose to treat each other.Nanna i thank you with all my heart and love you.Rest in peace.
ps. Tell Joey and Tony i miss them very much and i still think about them everyday.
nana was a great person, that loved and enjoyed her family.I have learned many things from her but mostly i learned how important family is. She always said i love you and tell the kids i love them and give them a kiss. There are so many great times, i loved going to her and grampy’s campsite, and listening to her speak her mind,I will always try to make christmas special like she did. Nana you will be missed so much. I thank you for everything you have done and all the advice you have given, and all the love you passed on. We will always remember you and love you.Dallas and Angelina love you and thank you for always playing with them.I’ll miss listening to all the gifts you would buy them months ahead of time. RIP and enjoy the company you have with you now.We love you nana.
I Love You Nana!
and will miss you forever!
and you will always be in my heart!
Love always, your great-grandaughter, Alyssa.
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This is for you, Nana.
How can you say ?good bye,? a word that?s forever.
With the hope for that last conversation.
The feeling of calling to talk to you and not hearing your voice.
To may words left unsaid and now the chance lost.
They say that memories last a lifetime.
Now are memories and your voice in my head.
Only left to talk to you in by dreams.
Pictures of you that float in my mind.
The time we had together, now to memories and thoughts.
I want more time; however selfish that is.
I wish to have one more day with you.
Just to be with you.
For everything that you have done for me.
All the times that we talked. Now are all gone.
The pain shattering in my heart as tears form in my eyes.
I?m sorry that I could not be there for you in the way you were always there for me.
I love you always.
I hope that?s in your memories forever.
Love always,
Your Granddaughter,
Mary Margaret Chaples-Rye
Nana, I think of you and miss you so much every single day!
I LOVE YOU!
Frances taught me the importance of deadheading and the appreciation for gardening. Frances seemed to be the happiest when she was weeding, planting, or harvesting her labor of love. She was a very caring person who tried to help in any way she could. Frances will live in all of us through the memories and pictures. She will be missed but not forgotten.
Love
Sharon Taplett