Frances Murrell

Frances Murrell, 80, passed away August 1, 2019 at the VA Hospital.

Frances was born January 7, 1939 in San Francisco, CA to George and Selma (Mackey) McPherson. She graduated from Menlo Allerton High School in 1957. After graduation, she joined the United States Marine Corps and belonged to the Women Marine Association for 40 years. She married Jim on March 6, 1959 and enjoyed staying home to raise her kids.

Her hobbies included garage sales and crossword puzzles. Above all, she loved time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Frances is survived by her husband, Jim Murrell of 60 years; children, Vicki (Rick) Burchard, Susie (Brian) Murrell and James (Debbie) Murrell; sisters, Lorraine Bailin, Pam (Bob) Mordecau, and Edie Mae Benson; brother, George McPherson; grandchildren, Misty Stephenson, Kristina (Jeff) Hartzer, Amy Johnson, James (Shawna) Murrell, and Kaitlyn Coffie; 14 great-grandchildren; as well as a host of extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother; sister, Sallie Souther; and her son, Michael Murrell.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on August 10, 2019 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. also at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Frances.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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