Frances E. Oakes

      Frances E. Oakes, a beloved resident of Groves, Texas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2024, just a few days shy of her 104 birthday. Born on October 25, 1920, in Franklin, Tennessee, Frances lived a long and vibrant life, marked by her unwavering spirit and dedication to her family and community.

      Frances enjoyed a fulfilling career at CIT Financial Services, where she devoted thirty-five years of her life as a customer service representative. Known for her exceptional ability to connect with others, her work left a lasting impact on many. Beyond her professional achievements, she was a proud, long-time member of Proctor Street Baptist Church.

      She was a vibrant woman known for her keen sense of style. Frances possessed a remarkable green thumb, often seen tending to her garden and nurturing her love for flowers. Shopping also brought her joy, along with the simple pleasures of life.

      Frances is survived by a loving community of friends and family who will dearly miss her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ina M. (Talley) Jackson and Claude Jackson; her husband, Leonard Oakes; two brothers; and one sister-in-law.

      The family invites those who wish to pay their respects to join in a graveside service on Friday, October 25, 2024, at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Nederland, Texas. The service will begin at 2:00 PM, providing an opportunity for friends and family to come together to honor Frances's remarkable life and legacy.