Frances E. Stewart, 79, passed peacefully at home on Friday, December 18, 2015. Survived by her loving husband Merrill, of fifty-seven years, devoted nephew, Mitch and his wife Randi. In lieu of flowers and in compliance of her wishes, donations may be made in her name to Shihtzurescue.org or Trustbridge Hospice. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, December 22, 10:30 AM at Fred Hunter's Hollywood Memorial Gardens North, 3001 N. 72 Avenue, Hollywood.