Frances Mary Cheney – 77, of Wakefield and formerly of North Reading, died Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington.
Born in Chelsea, MA on October 8, 1946, Frances was the loving daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Kalkanajian) Stanuchenski. She was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1964 and later attended Salem State.
Frances was an Aerospace Quality Control Inspector for many years, she retired in 2014. She was an active member of St. Theresa’s Church in North Reading, where she was a Eucharistic Minister, sang in the choir, and worked in the Rectory. She volunteered at many church and town events.
Frances also worked for the Sawtelle Family Hospice House in Reading for 22 years and later did Private Home Care. She was a member of the Quannapowitt Players in Reading, Council on Aging in North Reading and Wakefield, the Land Utilization in North Reading.
Frances had such a passion for life and happiness. She was very kind, generous, and always reaching out to anyone who needed help. She loved her family ever so much and thoroughly enjoyed hosting dinner parties at her home monthly. She also loved to travel all over, particularly to Europe, Hawaii, the islands and Mexico. Frances could frequentlytrffvgh be found at the beach, on the boat, taking a motorcycle ride, or at events in town. She also loved the theatre, ballets, opera, hot air balloons and so much more. She especially loved her Yellow 2002 Thunderbird Classic and going to car shows. She has been a resident of Wakefield for the past 12 years.
Family members include her loving husband, Philip Goddard; her son, James C. Cheney, Sr.; her brother, Wayne Stanuchenski; her grandchildren, Christopher James Cheney, Kathleen Rose Cheney and James Christopher Cheney, Jr., and other loved extended family members.
Her Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, June 25 at 10:30 AM at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Please go directly to church. Calling hours will be held on Monday, June 24 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com
Condolences to the family
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of my dear friend. My condolences to “lil” Jim and the rest of Frani’s family. Sending prayers to help during this difficult time.
Jimmy sorry for your loss
Condolences to Fran’s family and friends
She was as a kind soul RIP.
Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, such a beautiful lady.
Our sincere condolences to the family. We knew Francis through her brother, our good and loyal friend Wayne. May God grant you peace and consolation during this painful and difficult time.
My condolences to the family. Frances was a loving, kind, spirited and enthusiastic person. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with her family at this difficult time.
My condolences. I hope knowing where she is now will bring you all comfort and peace.
God Bless You Fran You did so much for Our Church the flowers are beautiful we will miss Your hugs.Love, Jimmy and Donna Maloney
Condolences to you Wayne and all your family
RIP Fran, lovely lady. My condolences Jim.
Jim and family so sorry to hear she always had a smile my condolences
We were so sorry to hear of Fran’s passing. She was a loyal friend to my mother since their Kytron days. She was quick with a smile and such a happy person, she will be truly missed by so many! God bless you, Frannie! We all all miss your vivacious spirit! Our condolences to Philip, Jimmy, grandchildren and Wayne.
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She was such a good friend and so kind to me.
She was lovely woman with a charming personality. I will greatly
miss seeing her when we gather at Papa Gino’s in Tewksbury for our car cruise night. May she rest in peace.
My heart is broken Fran was one of the kindest person I know and I will miss her good morning texts.. Jimmy and family I’m so sorry for your loss ..many Hugs to you ❤️
Jimmy and family do sorry for your loss.
The O’Brien’s
Cheney Family,
So sorry for your loss sending prayers at this difficult time and I am sure Steve welcomed her to the other side.
Wayne,
My sincere condolences to you and your family at the loss of your lovely sister, Fran. She help take care of my sister Cheryl for awhile. She was a true disciple of God. RIP Fran.
Sorry for your loss, she will always be in your hearts
Red is Frans favorite color. Red is love family friendship faith and giving. And a zest for life. Red is Fran
I’ve known Fran my entire life as the sassy amazing firecracker who happened to be my aunt’s best friend in the world. Gigi and Fran were soulmates❤️ She is irreplaceable. My heart goes out to her family.
So sorry for your family loosing such a special family leader at home and in the church.
Fran was one of the dearest souls I ever met. She helped care for my sister Cheryl for several years. Every Tuesday night she brought Cheryl a yummie homecooked dinner and every Wednesday morning I had to ask what Fran made for her! (it became a thing) Dinner was always amazing. Fran was kind, thoughtful, smart, and always made us feel loved. She was truly a blessing. My heart and prayers are with her family. May God’s peace be close to you