Frances Aleman Gonzales, age 97, a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by the love of the family she cherished so deeply.
Born on December 3, 1928, in Alma, Michigan, Frances was the daughter of Martin and Perfecta Aleman.
Frances had a love for life and a heart that was always giving. She treasured her family and friends, which were her greatest blessings. The love she gave will live on through the generations she leaves behind.
Frances was the devoted mother of seven children: Janie (Earl) Booza, Alicia (Gabriel) Rodriguez, Greg (Barbara), Rene (Valerie), Ruben, Diana (Todd) Martinez, and Lydia Gonzales. She was preceded in death by her sons Greg and Rene.
She was a loving grandmother to 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren, each of whom added to the beautiful family legacy she built. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who were blessed to know and love her.
Frances was also a proud sister to her siblings Manuela De La Cruz, Antonio Aleman, Julia Quintanilla, Sarah Wildfong, and Jose Aleman. She was preceded in death by her siblings Trinity Moreno, Mary Rodriguez, Martha Barrera, and Marion Aleman.
Frances leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, strength, generosity, and devotion to family. Though she will be deeply missed, the lessons she taught, the memories she created, and the love she shared will remain in the hearts of those who knew her. Her family finds comfort in knowing that her faith has guided her home and that she is now at peace in the loving arms of the Lord.
May she rest in eternal peace.
Contributions may be made to Village of Peace Manor in Frances' memory.
