Frances J. Tenison, 93, of Evanston. Devoted wife of the late Patrick Tenison; cherished mother of John (Peggy) Tenison, Susan Tenison, the late Richard Tenison and the late Emily (Wayne) Webb; loving grandmother of Rebecca (Nate) Harrison, Caitlin (Chris MacLellan) Tenison, and great grandmother of Eden Harrison; caring sister of Harriet (late Peter) Brandt and the late Marian (late Thomas) Ware. She is remembered for her bright eyes, cheerful voice and caring spirit, her love of family, her abiding faith, her service to church and hospice, her love of gardens and the outdoors, her creativity and lifelong appreciation for music and art. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September, 22nd 2018 at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 2120 Lincoln St., Evanston, IL 60201. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Matthew's Episcopal Church supporting their mission in ministry would be appreciated.