Francine Singer Obituary (1944 - 2012)

To view photos of Fran, please click on the Photo Gallery tab. The story of Fran's life is one of joy, discovery, sorrow and love. Fran enjoyed growing up in Long Island where she met her future husband Alan in high school. After graduating from college, Fran became an elementary school teacher. Son Jay and daughter Beth gave Fran a new priority - caring for her family and setting up home in Katonah, NY. Her warmth and commitment to others led her to an active role in her synagogue and working as a literacy volunteer. After several years, Fran returned to the business world and developed an interest and skill in customer service. Retiring in 1998, Fran and Alan planned to travel and enjoy those things for which there had been so little time when working and raising a family. Fran enjoyed golf and she loved to hike, read and play bridge. A great joy for Fran was becoming a docent at Tohono Chul, a desert botanical garden in Tucson. Traveling throughout the states, Europe and Asia, visiting with friends and family was like being on a never ending journey it was amazing! When Fran was diagnosed with Alzheimer disease she bravely refused to allow her decline to interfere with her way of life. The sadness of losing the ability to enjoy the happiness of family and friends was devastating for all concerned. As in the words of the song "Bridge Over Troubled Waters" we all share in the anguish of loneliness "When you're weary Feeling small When tears are in your eyes I will dry them all I'll take your part When darkness comes And pain is all around Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down" Fran, you can now rest in peace knowing you are loved; you were a great sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend.