Frances Ruth Waters

Frances Ruth (Webster) Waters, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away on October 14, 2026, surrounded by her daughters. She was born on May 4, 1941, in Marietta, Oklahoma, to Richard and Rosie (Hilton) Webster.

Frances graduated from John Marshall High School and dedicated 40 years of her working life to Arwood Industries, where she served as a supervisor. She was also a proud breast cancer survivor and a faithful member of Harvest Assembly of God Church in Oklahoma City.

Frances was a spirited and strong woman who lived life with determination and a personality all her own. She had a lifelong love of flowers and gardening. She enjoyed planting and tending to all kinds of flowers, especially roses and gladiolas. She loved seeing them bloom in bright, beautiful colors. Fran also loved hummingbirds and watching them visit her garden She was an avid doll and spoon collector.

Fran was a fan of Elvis Presley, George Strait and country music. In her younger years, Frances enjoyed country-western dancing and traveling. She was a big fan of the Oklahoma City Blazers Hockey team and spent many years attending games.

Beloved by her grandchildren and family, Frances was affectionately known as “Mimi.” Some of her happiest moments were spent visiting with her daughters and grandchildren, and she treasured the time she shared with those she loved. Her beloved dog, Fancy, was also a special companion. Frances leaves behind generations of family who will cherish their memories of Mimi and carry her love with them always.

Frances was first married to Marlin Bray Jr., with whom she had her four children: Connie, Valerie, Kathi, and Ricky. Marlin preceded her in death. She later married Larry Bruce Waters, and they shared 17 years of marriage before his passing.

She is survived by her daughters, Connie Diane Hartley of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Valerie Drake (Joe) of Mount Juliet, Tennessee; and Kathi Bray Heatherly (Don) of Naperville, Illinois; her sister, Wanda Ellis (Larry) of Harrah, Oklahoma; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is also survived by her six grandchildren: Jami Civitarese of Dallas, Texas; Lt. Col. Brian Hartley (Meagan) of Alexandria, Virginia; Adam Hartley of Fort Worth, Texas; Devin Drake (Caolán Dillon) of Belfast, UK; Taylor Heatherly of Naperville, Illinois; and Mack Heatherly of Naperville, Illinois.

Frances was a proud great-grandmother to Ava Civitarese, Silas Civitarese, and Henry Hartley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Larry Bruce Waters; her son, Marlin Richard Bray; her sisters, Rosabelle Greenfield and Russie Harris; and her brothers, Raymond Webster and Charles Webster.

Frances will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew and loved her. Her strength, spirited personality, love of family, flowers, music, and the many interests she enjoyed throughout her life will remain a lasting part of her legacy. She will forever be held in the hearts of those who loved her.

Visitation will be held Monday, October 19, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Service, 7720 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Harvest Assembly of God Church, 4019 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119with a burial to follow at Sunny Lane Cemetery, 4000 SE 29th St, Del City, OK 73115.