Obituary of Frances Marie DeKoster

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Fran on January 3, 2019 surrounded by her family. Reunited with her loving husband Marty. Cherished mom to Elizabeth (nee: DeKoster) (Chris) DiFrancesco, April DeKoster (Chris Windover) and Tom Fockens. Proud Grammy to Emerson and Connor DiFrancesco. Loving sister to Veronica "Roni" Pinkney and Wanda Lepera and the late William Gaughan. Predeceased by her parents, Gertrude and Wilfred Gaughan. Special aunt to many nieces. Fran retired from Hiram Walker after a dedicated 30-year career. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed travelling to Ottawa with April to spend time with Elizabeth and her family. She was the matriarch of our family, ensuring each one of us was cared for and loved. Memorial visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL (Banwell Chapel) 11677 Tecumseh Road East 519-253-7234 on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 from 11am until the time of Fran"s Celebration of Life at 1pm. For those who wish, and in memory of Fran, memorial donations can be made to Hospice of Windsor Essex County. Cherished memories and online condolences can be shared at www.windsorchapel.com