Obituaries

Frances E. Hilton

December 1st, 1923 – September 1st, 2019

Frances E. Hilton, 95, of Smithfield, IL, passed away at 9:22 pm on Sunday, September 1, 2019 at Graham Hospital in Canton, IL. She was born on December 1, 1923 in Astoria, IL, the daughter of John and Maude Irene (Wickwire) Shaw. Frances married Harold “Rusty” Hilton on July 21, 1941 in Hannibal, MO. Harold preceded Francis in death on June 28, 1991.

She is also preceded by her infant son, Darrell Hilton, her son, Danny Hilton, 4 brothers, Herbert, Larry, Jim and Willard Shaw, and 2 sisters, Rose Ellen Cluney and Lila Atwater.

Survivors include her son, Dennis Hilton of Marietta, IL, daughter, Kathy (and Joseph) Ford of Cuba, IL, 4 grandchildren, Tiffany (and Dennis) Clark, Terie Nieukirk, Brandon (and Becky) Nieukirk and Tami (and Damon) McCombs and 8 great-grandchildren.

She was a homemaker.

Frances attended Ipava High School. She was a member of Modern Woodmen of America and director of the Modern Woodmen of America Club 1460 of Smithfield for 50 year. She volunteered at the Red Brick School in Smithfield for Chicken Noodle dinners and served on the board at the Cuba Senior Center for several years. She enjoyed bird watching, canning, sewing, gardening and flowers. She also made the best watermelon pickles.

A graveside service will take place on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 2:30 pm in the Ipava Cemetery. A visitation will take place from 1 to 2 pm on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Memorials may be made to the Red Brick School or the Cuba Senior Center.

Condolences

September 2nd, 2019

So sorry for your families loss. She was a good woman and a good friend to my GRANDMA WUST

September 2nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss

September 2nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family

September 3rd, 2019

I'm sure her friend, Maxine, was waiting at Heaven's gate with arms wide open and a huge smile to welcome her dear friend, Francea, home. Oh, what a joyful time they'll have!

September 3rd, 2019

To Kathy, Terie, Tiffany, Tami, Brandon, and all the rest of your families,
I am so sorry for your loss. I only had the privelage of seeing her a handful of times.She seemed to be quite a woman. I am.sure you will have no problem keeping her memories and spirit alive in your hearts. My thoughts are with you through this rough time.
Katht and Kevin

September 3rd, 2019

Kathy,
So sorry to hear about your mom 💔 our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 🙏🙏

September 3rd, 2019

So sorry for your loss. You are in our th and prayers. Francis was a wonderful lady.

September 3rd, 2019

So sorry for your loss. You are in our th and prayers. Francis was a wonderful lady. Debbie Shumaker

September 3rd, 2019

Sorry for your loss. Will always remember her for the flowers she planted and tended around town

September 3rd, 2019

Kathy, so sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Karen Hall

September 3rd, 2019

Sorry to hear about your mom

September 3rd, 2019

so sorry to hear this news.. sorry for your loss prayers for the family ..Raymond Hilton

September 3rd, 2019

Kathy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss of you Mom/ Graandmother, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Janet English and family

September 3rd, 2019

So sorry for your kids! I've known her since I was little..she was a wonderful lady!

September 4th, 2019

To Kathy and the rest of your family: Just wanted to offer my heartfelt condolences at this most difficult time.

September 4th, 2019

From Bill Stewart

September 4th, 2019

So sorry for your family's loss she was a very nice lady always had a smile

September 4th, 2019

So sorry to hear..she was such a sweet lady with a big smile .
Margaret Lasswell

September 5th, 2019

May the memories of your Mom give you strength and comfort in the days that lie ahead. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. ~Rodney & Sue Kay