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Obituary For Mrs. Frances Craymer
Frances βFranβ Orilla Craymer went on to be with the Lord on May 10, 2026. She spent her life loving fiercely, giving even when she did not always have, and making sure others came first. She never missed an opportunity to tell you exactly what she thought, and those who knew her best would not have wanted it any other way.
Fran was born to Ivey Leon Branton and Lizzie Orilla Branton Thompson. Though life was not always easy, she carried strength, resilience, and compassion with her throughout her life. During her college years, she came to know her Savior, a faith that would guide and sustain her through every season of life. She never forgot where she came from or the struggles that shaped her, and those experiences taught her to share freely, love wholeheartedly, and raise her children to do the same.
She shared a life filled with love, loyalty, and partnership with her husband, Paul Lewis Craymer, until his passing in 2020. Together they built a home wherever life led them. Through both hardships and blessings, they faced life honestly and faithfully, always standing by one another. Fran cared deeply for Paul and remained faithfully by his side as much as she could throughout their years together.
Above all else, Fran was a mother and grandmother first. Her family was the center of her world and the greatest joy of her life. She leaves behind her daughter, Karen Joy Craymer Fuqua, husband Josh, and children Aiden and Micah; and her son, Mark Alan Craymer, wife Mindy, and children McKenzie and Matthew.
Her grandchildren brought her endless pride and joy. She never missed an opportunity to brag about them, spoil them, remind them how deeply they were loved, and tell them they were gifts from God. Her love for her family was unwavering, and her presence was one of comfort, honesty, strength, and care.
While our hearts are heavy, we are grateful for every lesson, every laugh, every hug, and every moment shared with her. The world feels quieter without her in it, but her love will continue through the family she devoted her life to.
We take comfort in knowing she is reunited with Paul once again and has finally found peace and rest in the presence of the Lord.
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I am so sorry to hear about Fran passing. She was a very nice and special lady. I remember spending time with her at the Cranmer family reunions.
I am sorry to hear the passing of "Fran". I got to know her at family reunions and her and Paul were special. Praying for your family and friends during this time. πβ€οΈπ
I met her while her husband was at Crowne Nursing home. She was always helpful, giving, and genuine. We talked even after Paul's passing. I'm glad they are together again.Gods speed in healing for this family.
This is my wonderful Aunt Frances. She was one of the most beautiful people I knew. Though I grew up hearing some wild stories about her youth, she grew to be one of the most faithful God loving people thus world has ever seen. When I was a baby, she stayed with us for a while, babysitting me while my parents worked. We spent so much time together I began to call her mom, and my mom "Betty", lol. My mom didn't like that very much, lol. Aunt Frances, I love you dearly and hope i live up to God's expectations of me so that we may meet aging on the other side. Go rest now. β€οΈπ
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