FITZGERALD, Frances Lightfoot Barrett died at Westminster Canterbury Richmond on Monday, May 10, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Evelyn Lightfoot Bray Barrett and William Evans Barrett. Frances was born June 14, 1920 in Richmond, Va. and was a lifelong member of St. James's Episcopal Church. She taught Sunday School there for many years and was also a member of the Altar Guild for over 20 years. Frances is survived by her sister, Dorothy Lee Barrett; and daughter Lucy Fitzgerald Steele and her husband, Russell. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Russell Cover Steele, Jr. (Laurie) of Ellicott City, Md. and their children Trey and Frank, Emily Steele McKinney (Ted) of Richmond, Va. and their children, Kathryn and Peter and Matthew Fitzgerald Steele (Lauren) of Issaquah, Wash. and their children, Jackson, Colin and Marshall. She graduated from St Gertrude's High School and attended St. Mary's College in Raleigh, N.C. She married Dr. Paul Fitzgerald in 1943. They divorced in 1947 but remained friends until his passing. Frances returned to Richmond with her daughter, Lucy, and began a life of volunteering.
Growing up in the Fan gave her a deep appreciation for the history of the City of Richmond. In 1953 Frances became a charter member of the President Davis Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, a connection that endured until her passing. She held many offices in this organization on the Chapter, Division and General levels. Ultimately, she was chosen to be an Honorary President of General in 1993 and remained an active member until her passing. At her death, she was still serving as a member of the UDC Virginia Division Board of Trustees. She was noted for being dedicated to each office she held.
Frances was also a Life member of the Virginia Historical Society who along with her sister did flower arrangements for the Society for many years. She was a former member and officer in the Ginter Park Woman's Club and did volunteer work for Sheltering Arms Hospital for many years.
While at Westminster Canterbury she volunteered in many areas, including chairing Bingo games and filling in for Resident Services staff when needed. The position she enjoyed the most, though, was the sewing group that repaired clothing for those in Assisted Living and Health Care. She led them for many years until her failing eyesight kept her from participating. After that she continued to purchase supplies and attend the Tuesday morning "get togethers" until her health made that also not possible.
Frances was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and friend. She believed sincerely in following rules but had a penchant for fun also! She always enjoyed being with her family especially grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laughing with others was a hallmark of hers. She was the first in her family to reach the age of 100, but never took herself seriously and always deflected compliments.
Arrangements are by the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to United Daughters of the Confederacy, Memorial Building Restoration Fund, 328 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, Va. 23220 or Westminster Canterbury Foundation, 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23227. Graveside rites will be held at 3 p.m. in Hollywood Cemetery on Friday, May 21, 2021.
Growing up in the Fan gave her a deep appreciation for the history of the City of Richmond. In 1953 Frances became a charter member of the President Davis Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, a connection that endured until her passing. She held many offices in this organization on the Chapter, Division and General levels. Ultimately, she was chosen to be an Honorary President of General in 1993 and remained an active member until her passing. At her death, she was still serving as a member of the UDC Virginia Division Board of Trustees. She was noted for being dedicated to each office she held.
Frances was also a Life member of the Virginia Historical Society who along with her sister did flower arrangements for the Society for many years. She was a former member and officer in the Ginter Park Woman's Club and did volunteer work for Sheltering Arms Hospital for many years.
While at Westminster Canterbury she volunteered in many areas, including chairing Bingo games and filling in for Resident Services staff when needed. The position she enjoyed the most, though, was the sewing group that repaired clothing for those in Assisted Living and Health Care. She led them for many years until her failing eyesight kept her from participating. After that she continued to purchase supplies and attend the Tuesday morning "get togethers" until her health made that also not possible.
Frances was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and friend. She believed sincerely in following rules but had a penchant for fun also! She always enjoyed being with her family especially grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laughing with others was a hallmark of hers. She was the first in her family to reach the age of 100, but never took herself seriously and always deflected compliments.
Arrangements are by the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to United Daughters of the Confederacy, Memorial Building Restoration Fund, 328 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, Va. 23220 or Westminster Canterbury Foundation, 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23227. Graveside rites will be held at 3 p.m. in Hollywood Cemetery on Friday, May 21, 2021.
FITZGERALD, Frances Lightfoot Barrett died at Westminster Canterbury Richmond on Monday, May 10, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Evelyn Lightfoot Bray Barrett and William Evans Barrett. Frances was born June 14, 1920 in Richmond, Va. and was a lifelong member of St. James's Episcopal Church. She taught Sunday School there for many years and was also a member of the Altar Guild for over 20 years. Frances is survived by her sister, Dorothy Lee Barrett; and daughter Lucy Fitzgerald Steele and her husband, Russell. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Russell Cover Steele, Jr. (Laurie) of Ellicott City, Md. and their children Trey and Frank, Emily Steele McKinney (Ted) of Richmond, Va. and their children, Kathryn and Peter and Matthew Fitzgerald Steele (Lauren) of Issaquah, Wash. and their children, Jackson, Colin and Marshall. She graduated from St Gertrude's High School and attended St. Mary's College in Raleigh, N.C. She married Dr. Paul Fitzgerald in 1943. They divorced in 1947 but remained friends until his passing. Frances returned to Richmond with her daughter, Lucy, and began a life of volunteering.
Growing up in the Fan gave her a deep appreciation for the history of the City of Richmond. In 1953 Frances became a charter member of the President Davis Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, a connection that endured until her passing. She held many offices in this organization on the Chapter, Division and General levels. Ultimately, she was chosen to be an Honorary President of General in 1993 and remained an active member until her passing. At her death, she was still serving as a member of the UDC Virginia Division Board of Trustees. She was noted for being dedicated to each office she held.
Frances was also a Life member of the Virginia Historical Society who along with her sister did flower arrangements for the Society for many years. She was a former member and officer in the Ginter Park Woman's Club and did volunteer work for Sheltering Arms Hospital for many years.
While at Westminster Canterbury she volunteered in many areas, including chairing Bingo games and filling in for Resident Services staff when needed. The position she enjoyed the most, though, was the sewing group that repaired clothing for those in Assisted Living and Health Care. She led them for many years until her failing eyesight kept her from participating. After that she continued to purchase supplies and attend the Tuesday morning "get togethers" until her health made that also not possible.
Frances was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and friend. She believed sincerely in following rules but had a penchant for fun also! She always enjoyed being with her family especially grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laughing with others was a hallmark of hers. She was the first in her family to reach the age of 100, but never took herself seriously and always deflected compliments.
Arrangements are by the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to United Daughters of the Confederacy, Memorial Building Restoration Fund, 328 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, Va. 23220 or Westminster Canterbury Foundation, 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23227. Graveside rites will be held at 3 p.m. in Hollywood Cemetery on Friday, May 21, 2021.
Growing up in the Fan gave her a deep appreciation for the history of the City of Richmond. In 1953 Frances became a charter member of the President Davis Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, a connection that endured until her passing. She held many offices in this organization on the Chapter, Division and General levels. Ultimately, she was chosen to be an Honorary President of General in 1993 and remained an active member until her passing. At her death, she was still serving as a member of the UDC Virginia Division Board of Trustees. She was noted for being dedicated to each office she held.
Frances was also a Life member of the Virginia Historical Society who along with her sister did flower arrangements for the Society for many years. She was a former member and officer in the Ginter Park Woman's Club and did volunteer work for Sheltering Arms Hospital for many years.
While at Westminster Canterbury she volunteered in many areas, including chairing Bingo games and filling in for Resident Services staff when needed. The position she enjoyed the most, though, was the sewing group that repaired clothing for those in Assisted Living and Health Care. She led them for many years until her failing eyesight kept her from participating. After that she continued to purchase supplies and attend the Tuesday morning "get togethers" until her health made that also not possible.
Frances was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and friend. She believed sincerely in following rules but had a penchant for fun also! She always enjoyed being with her family especially grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laughing with others was a hallmark of hers. She was the first in her family to reach the age of 100, but never took herself seriously and always deflected compliments.
Arrangements are by the Central Chapel of Bennett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to United Daughters of the Confederacy, Memorial Building Restoration Fund, 328 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, Va. 23220 or Westminster Canterbury Foundation, 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23227. Graveside rites will be held at 3 p.m. in Hollywood Cemetery on Friday, May 21, 2021.
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