Elsie Franson Obituary

Age - 76

September 11, 2023

Pennington, NJ

In Loving Memory of Elsie Philinda Franson (May 23, 1947 - September 7, 2023)With great sadness, we announce the passing of Elsie Franson, 76, on September 7, 2023. A loving mother, devoted grandmother, and beloved wife, she leaves behind memories and love that will forever be etched in our hearts. She was born Elsie Philinda Mooney on May 23, 1947, to William and Alice Mooney in Glendale, CA. She lived in California until her move to New Jersey in 1989. In 2003 she married Paul Franson. Elsie's memories live on through her husband Paul, daughter Jennifer Friend-Huizer, son-in-law Robert Huizer, and her two grandchildren, Rebecca Huizer and Ian Huizer. She is also survived by her sister, Doretta Converse and many nieces and nephews who still reside in California. Elsie worked for Pacific Bell (Bellcore, Telcordia, AT&T) her entire working career. Her grandchildren gave her so much joy. She loved to watch Rebecca dance and attended every one of her performances. Ian loved his animals and she was always willing to play with him and support his activities. She loved to cook and holidays were her favorite time to prepare large meals. Friends and family often requested copies of her recipes. Many of these recipes passed on through the family over the generations. Her friends would look forward to homemade cookies at Christmas and she was known for making cakes and decorating them for various occasions. Collecting bears was a passion for Elsie as she was quite the collector of Boyd's bears, Lucy and Me Bears, and Cherished Bears. Elsie also enjoyed gardening and sewing (prom dresses, Halloween costumes for both grandchildren and princess dresses for her granddaughter). She loved to exercise and was proud to be lifting weights into her early 70s. One of her favorite vacations was the annual family trip to Avalon, NJ with her daughter's family. Sadly she developed dementia and life for Elsie was certainly not as she imaged it would be in her final few years. We will hold on to the many memories and will celebrate the love she filled so many with. Friends and family are invited to join in remembering Elsie during the funeral, which will be held on September 29, 2023, from 9 to 10 am at Wilson-Apple Funeral Home at 2560 Pennington Road in Pennington. A Burial will follow at 11:30 am at the BG William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Wrightstown, NJ. https://www. nj. gov/military/veterans/services/cemetery/Condolences are welcome at https://www. wilsonapple. comIn lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tabby's Place, https://www. tabbysplace. org/donate/one-time-donation/, where her last two cats were adopted from.

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