Died Thursday July 30, 2020 at home.
She was born September 14, 1930 in Bancroft, NE to the late Harry and Lillian (Jacobson) Stafford. Frances lived in Bancroft until age 10, moved to Winnebago until age 12 and then to Pender, NE. Frances married Roscoe (Rock) Shadbolt June 15, 1947 in Pender, NE. In 1961 the couple moved to Fremont, NE where Frances resided until death.
Frances worked for Old Home Bread Store (Metz Banking) where she was manager for 25 ½ years, then retired in 1990 and worked part time jobs at numerous businesses. She liked to sew, paint ceramics, read and travel. Although, her greatest love was spending time with and helping family and friends.
Frances is survived by many family members who loved her. Daughters Shirley Rae (Rod) Morgan of Fremont, NE; Connie Rae (Vaughan) Korth of Blair, NE; (9) Grandchildren, (29) Great Grandchildren and (8) Great Great Grandchildren; Brother: Leroy (Marlee) Stafford of Golden, Co; Sister: Donna Hensel of West Point, NE. Brother and Sister In Laws include: Robert (Marilyn) Shadbolt of Roy, UT; Dallas Shadbolt of Aurora, Co; Norma Schlickbernd of Beemer, NE; Anita Shadbolt of Omaha, NE; Wanda Shadbolt of Crofton, NE; Clemons "Shorty" Spindler of Sioux City, IA and Margaret Shadbolt of Pender, NE as well as many nieces and nephews.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband "Rock" and daughter Penny Pilkenton; Parents Harry and Lillian Stafford; Brothers in Law: Hyle Hensel, Donald Shadbolt, Ervin "Bus" Shadbolt, Arden "Jug" Shadbolt, Max Mevert; Sisters in Law: Betty Spindler and Fran Shadbolt.
The memorial service will be 2:00pm, Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont (masks strongly suggested). Burial will be in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family for a designation at a later date.
Frances expressed these wishes: Don't cry or grieve for me, for now I am free to join the love of my life. Be happy and enjoy your life with friends and loved ones.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
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Condolences(4)
Gregg Kupfer
Omaha, NE Thursday, August 20, 2020 Used to load Rocky's bread truck every night in 1977 and 1978. Was a senior at Midland and had just married. Those were the days when "extras' were aplenty. Worked with your nephew Mick at Midland, also. The Thrift Store was very important back in the day. Good memories. Respectfully-Gregg KupferJeannie Linafelter
Sioux City, IA Sunday, August 2, 2020 We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. I remember so many fun times visiting Fremont and having Christmas Day dinners with the Shadbolt family. I'm so glad I got to see her at Dad's funeral. She was a special lady. Love, Margaret Shadbolt, Jean Ann and Allison LinafelterRichard Owston
Fremont, NE Saturday, August 1, 2020 My name is Richard Owston. . I am a friend of the family through Tom Adamson who is a friend of Michael Shadbolt.,Please accept my condolences.
Bob & Eileen Thornburg
Fremont, NE Friday, July 31, 2020 We are so sorry for your loss.May you take time to share memories about this special lady. That will help you smile.
Our thoughts, prayers & sincerest sympathy,
Bob & Eileen Thornburg