Frances Duran Stanford

Frances Duran Stanford

Frances Duran Stanford, age 92, passed away peacefully Monday, August 17th, 2020. She was born October 21, 1927 in Cranesville, PA, a daughter of the late Martin Duran and Susan Hanas Duran.

Frances married her loving husband Charles E. Stanford in 1956, who preceded her in death in 1990.

Frances enjoyed cooking big meals for friends and family She also loved to bake homemade cookies for her children.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Sharon Mary who died at birth; her siblings, Mildred Duran, Mary Thomas, Paul Duran, Helen Willey, Esther Enis, and Ruth Markovich.

She is survived by her two daughters, Gayle L. Stanford (Columbus, OH) and Denise C. Stanford Arkwright (Bill) (Cranesville, PA); four grandsons, Michael, James, Jayden, and Jaysen Long; her great-granddaughter Lorelye Long; and siblings, Kathryn Duran, Martin Duran, and Susan Heide. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. All of these people she touched deeply and loved dearly.

Friends and family are invited to attend a graveside service on Wednesday at Laurel Hill Cemetery, 4523 Love Road, at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Kristen M. Papson. All CDC guidelines will be followed. Frances's favorite color was purple, so bright, cheerful colors to remember her will be appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Circle Tail, 8834 Carey Lane, Pleasant Plain, OH 45162 or to a charity of one's choice. Circle Tail is a charity located near Cincinnati, Ohio that provides service dogs for people with disabilities. Frances's family would like to sincerely thank the staff at Manchester Commons and West Lake Woods for their love, care, and support.