Frances Ann (Thompson) FELL

THOMPSON, FELL, STEPHENSON, ALLEN, CLUTTER, SUNDBERG, HOWIE, ROBERTSON

Posted By: Sarah Thorson Little (email)
Date: 7/12/2010 at 11:39:27

August 9, 1928 -- July 9, 2010

Frances Ann Thompson Fell was born on August 9, 1928 to Albert and Bertha (Stephenson) Thompson at the family farm in Clarion, Iowa. She was the youngest of 5 sisters, of whom 2 remain: Marjorie Allen of Norris, TN and Muriel Clutter of Clarion, IA. Frances was a tomboy and enjoyed helping her dad on the farm. After high school graduation, Fran attended Normal Training at Cedar Falls, IA. She taught elementary school in Laurens and Alleman. On weekends she would visit her sister, Lola & husband Doc Sundberg in Newell, who introduced her to Roy Fell who was attending college at Buena Vista College in Storm Lake. The couple was married in Clarion at the United Methodist Church on May 28, 1950. Soon after, Roy was accepted to Still College of Osteopathic Medicine & Surgery and Fran continued to teach. When Roy graduated, they moved to Mount Ayr upon invitation from Sylva Moffet whose husband had an established medical practice. Fran simultaneously ran the medical office, lovingly cared for their growing family and cultured relationships with patients and friends that only grew stronger throughout her life. Roy & Fran also developed a strong Christian faith and were devoted in bringing many others to share their faith in the Lord.

They became role models of hard work, love, and devotion for their 6 children; Fay (Terry) Howie of Mount Ayr, Paul (Stephany) Fell of Pleasant Hill, IA, John (Sohila) Fell of West Des Moines, IA, Eric (Judy) Fell of Mount Ayr, Mary (Mike) Robertson of Omaha, NE, and Jim (Rachael) Fell of Lee’s Summit, MO.

Fran worked for the Cancer Registry of Iowa for over 5 years in the late 1970’s. The couple officially retired in 1986 and enjoyed wintering in Phoenix, AZ for several years. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this past May with their children and a host of well wishes from friends. Fran had recently attempted to deal with chronic renal disease by undergoing dialysis but was unable to continue the treatment. She entered Clearview Home on June 15, 2010 and Roy and children faithfully gave their love & support until July 9th when her wish to be taken by the Lord was granted.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents; and infant brother; her sisters, Lola & Iris; her son-in-law Terry; and brothers-in-law Curt, Doc, Howard, John, and Max. Fran will be greatly missed by her devoted husband, 2 sisters, 6 children and their spouses, 16 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. A memorial fund has been established in her name to be decided later.

Funeral Service:

Tuesday July 13
2:00 PM
United Baptist Presbyterian Church
Hwy 2 & 169 Mount Ayr, IA

Interment:
Tuesday July 13
Rose Hill Cemetery
Hwy 2 & 169 Mount Ayr, IA 50854

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