Mary Frances Falls

February 4, 1929 - October 27, 2012

Mary Frances Falls, 83, of Urbana, IL died on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Lewis Memorial Christian Village in Springfield, IL. She was born February 4, 1929 in Harrison, AK to Andrew Jackson and Lillian P. (Green) Jones. She married Luther T. Falls on September 23, 1950 and he preceded her in death on November 24, 1999.
She was also preceded in death by her parents and brother, Bill Jones.
Mary is survived by two daughters: Kim (Mitch) Curtis and Cyd Falls both of Springfield; one son: Luke (Deanna) Falls of Urbana, three grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; one sister: Rosie Harvey of Fortville, IN; two brothers: Gene (Imogean) Jones of Paragon, IN and Raymond Jones of Anderson, IN and several nieces and nephews.
She lived in the Champaign – Urbana area most of her life and had been a resident of Springfield since May of 2012. She was co-owner of Luther Falls Stone Company in Champaign- Urbana. Mary was all about her family and enjoyed being a mom.
Graveside Service: 1 p.m. Friday, November 2, 2012 at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Mayview, Illinois
Memorial Contributions may be made to Lewis Memorial Christian Village, 3400 W. Washington, Springfield, IL 62711

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Christ Episcopal Church

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611 East Jackson Street

Springfield, IL 62701

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Don Frank posted on 11/4/12

Kim, Cyd and family, I'm so sorry to hear about the the loss of your mother. She was a terrific lady who raised two wonderful loving and devoted daughters. So many times I would see you on break at work calling her or checking on how she was doing. You are a testimonial for the kind of lady she was and I know she was very proud of you. May all of the wonderful memories comfort you through this most difficult time.

DEBORAH JONES BECKER posted on 11/2/12

KIM CYD,LUKE FAMILIES I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR AUNT FRANCES HAD PASSED AWAY. SHE HAD BEEN SICK SO LONG. SHE WAS A STRONG LADY THAT LOVED EACH OF HER FAMILY.I AM SORRY I AM SICK AND NOT ABLE TO ATTEND. WHEN I WOULD HEAR AUNT FRANCES WAS COMING TO TOWN I COULDNT WAIT TO GO TO GRANDMA-PAS TO SEE HER. I WAS AN OLDER COUSIN TO YOU. I REMEMBER GOING TO THE BIG HOUSE WITH TWO STAIRS AND AUNT FRANCES SITTING HELPING ME HOLD HER BABY LUKE. THEN KIM AND CYD CAME TO HOUSE ON RIVERSIDE BY THEN I HELD YOU BY MYSELF. THE JONES KITCHEN TABLE WAS ALWAYS CROWED, PRANKS,AND LAUGHS AND SHE WAS FUN. SHE BOUGHT ME A TEAR PEARL NECKLACE FOR CHRISTMAS WHEN I WAS 8. I NEVER HAD ANYTHING LIKE THAT. I WORE IT I EVEN TOOK BATHS WITH IT AND CRIED WHEN I LOST IT AT A PARK. I TALKED HER INTO BUYING 25 PIZZA'S FOR SUPPER FROM THE STORE. MOM WAS MAD AT ME FOR THAT. AUNT FRANCES LAUGHED AND SAID ROSIE DEBBIE LIKES THEM WE WILL EAT THEM. YEARS,MILES,FAMILIES,TIME KEEP US SEPARATED BUT I STILL HAVE SO MANY MEMORIES OF YOUR MOM AND THE JONES HOUSE. THE ONLY TIME I SEEN HER REALLY MAD WHEN ONE OF THE KIDS THOUGHT SHE WAS OLDER THAN MY DAD, BILL, SPARKS FLEW! LOVE TO EACH OF YOU.

Dianne Jones Miller posted on 11/2/12

Kim, Cyd, Luke and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Aunt Francis' passing. She was a remarkable woman. Her zest and passion for life were very evident in her determination to live to the fullest. I have wonderful memories of her during our growing up years and my early adulthood. She was always laughing and encouraging me. It didn't matter what we did she thought we were funny. That is a Jones trait....a good sense of humor. She certainly loved her family and was proud of you all. She was so considerate when mom (Rosalyn) and dad (Bill) were sick. She sent them flowers, food and cards. She called them often and drove to Indy to see them. Kim and Cyd, you have been wonderful in taking care of her and ensuring she had everything she needed. You are a wonderful example of what daughters should be. I am so sorry I can't be there but I will be thinking of you all tomorrow. Love and prayers, Dianne

Don & Steve posted on 11/2/12

CYD & KIM So very sorry to here about the passing of your very loved Mother. She will never be gone as long as you keep her alive in your heart and mind. For your mother the busy world is hushed and the fever of life is over and she will always live forever in your heart and mind until you meet again. Our deepest and sincere sympathy to the Falls family.

Kim Baity posted on 11/1/12

Kim & Cyd, Was sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. It's funny because Becky and I were in Champaign on Sunday and I said " I wonder how Mary Frances Falls is?" She was always one of my favorites when I worked at Arbours Court. I have the picture you took of her and me on Halloween sitting on my desk at work. You girls had her dressed up in a black jacket, tie, black hat and those goofy glasses with the nose and mustache. Makes me smile every time I look at it. I know your Mom is in a better place but I also know you girls will miss her so much. Although as long as you two are around a part of your mother is still here too since you two apples didn't fall far from that tree. Just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you. Take care. Kim

greg wingfield posted on 10/31/12

Kim + Cyd: You didn't fall far from the tree --- you are truely Frances' daughters ! The few times I was with Frances it did not take long to realize what an impact she had on both of her daughter's personalities. These past few years were rough on all of you - but you rose to the challenge and demonstrated what type of a person she raised you to be - responsible, loving and caring. She would be proud of you. Regards, Greg

cindy harvey randolph posted on 10/31/12

To the best aunt anyone could ever have. I will always remember you since we share the same birthday. May you rest in peace and god be with you.

cindy harvey randolph posted on 10/31/12

To the best aunt anyone could ever have. I will always remember you since we share the same birthday. May you rest in peace and god be with you.

cindy harvey randolph posted on 10/31/12

To the best aunt anyone could ever have. I will always remember you since we share the same birthday. May you rest in peace and god be with you.

Mary Seitz posted on 10/31/12

I just want to start off by saying, Thank You Kim and Cyd for bringing Mary to us, It was an absolute pleasure taking care of Mary and getting to know her. She had a great personality, one minute she loved you and then the next she was grabbing your arm. You couldn't help but laugh it off and say, "that wasn't nice, Mary" and she would respond with "I don't give a damn". You couldn't help but to love Mary. I miss her very dearly. I'm also going to miss seeing her daughters everyday, the way Kim & Cyd devoted their time to Mary was a beautiful sight to see. God Bless you Kim and Cyd, Sorry again for your loss.

Deanna Falls posted on 10/31/12

Rest in peace Francis, you deserve the peace from this world. Thank you for teaching me so many life lessons through the years I had with you, you will always be a part of my spirit.

Chris Roth posted on 10/30/12

I'm honored to have known Frances. I had the pleasure of spending a few vacations with her and really getting to know her. She always treated me like a third daughter! The love & devotion that both Cyd & Kim gave to your care would have made any mother proud & lucky to have them for daughters.

Linda Roth posted on 10/30/12

Cyd, Kim So sorry to hear of your mom's passing, our thoughts are prayers are with you both and the rest of the Falls Family!! May Mary rest in peace!! God Speed Mary, you were truly one of kind, and I know your daughters will miss you so much. Love, Paul and Linda Roth & Family

Brenda Padget posted on 10/29/12

Kim, Cyd Luke & family, My heart goes out to you all in the loss of your beloved Mother. It was my great pleasure to have known her. Her infectious laugh and quick wit will never be forgotten. I'm praying for you all in the hope that GOD grants you all peace and solace at this difficult time. I am here if you need anything.

Jeanette and Rick Miller posted on 10/29/12

Kim,Cyd and Family, So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing! May she rest in Peace, and please know we are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers! Sincerely, Jeanette and Rick Miller

Tammy Felton posted on 10/29/12

Kim and Cyd, Thank you for sharing your beloved mother with us. From day one, it was obvious to us the incredible bond between the three of you. Your undying love and dedication to your mother has been an inspiration to everyone most especially me. It has been my complete pleasure to care for Mary and an absolute honor knowing her two remarkable daughters. God bless you both! Respectfully, Tammy Felton LMCV

Alisa Norman posted on 10/29/12

Cyd, Kim, and Mary's family, Although I had never met Mary, I felt like I knew her because I saw so many pictures and heard many stories about her through the years. I'm sure she will be deeply missed. She's dancing in Heaven, happy & free. My thoughts and prayers are with your families during this difficult time.

Sandy & Dave Colborn posted on 10/28/12

Cyd & Kim..we are sorry for your loss. You both are to be commended for the love and devotion given to your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Tammy Lewis posted on 10/28/12

Frances--a fiesty, funny, fierce firecracker! Once you met her, you would never forget her. She was so devoted to her daughters, and they to her--it was wonderful to witness this each time I spent time with her. Kim and Cyd you are both truly a wonderful legacy of your mother. How proud she was of you, and rightly so. One of my ultimate blessings is having crossed paths with all of you. I hope I can help you through this. Well, I wonder what Frances and Luther are doing now. Kicking up their heels maybe? I miss you, Frances, and will remember you always. Rest in peace.

Mitch Curtis posted on 10/28/12

I was proud and honored to know this woman! A fiercly loyal and vigilant Wife/Mother/Grandmother/Friend. To me she exemplified the word "Mother." She inspired in her daughters that very same loyalty, who were beside their mother to and through the very end. I know how very proud of them she was. If Frances wears a Crown in Heaven, her 2 daughters are the Jewels within it.

Kaley McCune posted on 10/28/12

My grandma was a Beautiful person, inside and out!! The illness she suffered was devastating, but she was a fighter!! She was a cancer survivor more than once and overcame every obstacle put in her way!! She was all about family, if one of her kids (My aunts or father) needed anything, she was RIGHT there to make sure they had what they needed!! As well as my brothers and I. This is a very hard loss to overcome!! But Glad she is in a better place and no longer has to suffer. My aunts and the staff at the various nursing homes made sure she had the best care offered to her!! I appreciate the time and effort that Lewis Memorial Christian Village put into my grandmothers care!! Though she was among countless others, she was not "Just a number" and my aunts loved everyone there!! We are going to miss her very much!!! Thank you to everyone who contributed to my grandmothers care, it is VERY much appreciated!!!!!! I LOVE YOU GRANDMA!!!

Judy Rusch posted on 10/28/12

I am the daughter of Florence Tomlinson who has been Mary's roommate at Lewis Memorial for several months. In the short time I knew her, Mary was a most gracious lady in spite of all the physical challenges she was facing. Her daughters Kim and Cyd are two of the nicest people I've ever met...their attention to my mom while visiting with Mary has been greatly appreciated. On Saturday morning when Mom returned from breakfast, she asked the nurses if it was okay to "kiss Mary goodbye". I was so touched. While the two ladies shared a host of problems because of their age, they were in a way good friends. Mom and I will miss Mary (and her daughters) very much. Our prayers and condolences to the entire family.

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