"Aunt Florence, your smile and wonderful laugh will surely be missed by all of us that have loved you throughout the years. I have alot of great memories of growing up in Phoenix, coming over for a visit with Hollye (my GranMama Allison), having tea at the kitchen table. When my younger brother found the old taping of you singing along with Connie, Von one of your brothers it put a big smile on my face. You loved music so very much - and you sang quite well!!! Please tell my mom and sister I said hello - I’m glad you can finally be at ease, pain free and full of energy. With love and admiration, Leah"
In loving memory of
Florence Elizabeth Malone
Malone, Florence Elizabeth Born August 18, 1920 in Perryville, Arkansas, to Benoni and Cornelia Price, passed away March 7, 2010. Florence was one of eight children. Florence moved to Phoenix in 1943, where she met, fell in love, and married Jake C. Malone on January 29, 1944. They were married for 66 years. Together, they made their home in Phoenix with their six children, Dan (Linda Smith), Michael (Cindy Zube), Kathleen (Bill Whitfill), Rebecca Jane, Brian, and Mary Beth (John Ptacek).Florence’s loving grandchildren include Rebecca Malone(Jeff York), Kevin Malone, Bayne Malone (Chris Steward), Cheryl Whitfill (Bud Kayser), Troy Whitfill (Gwen Rathburn), Jessica Griffith (Gary Echito), Karie Malone (Adam Johnson), Megan Malone (Gaelan Gilbert), Danielle Ptacek, Evan Ptacek, Kristen Ptacek, along with 14 great-grandchildren. Florence retired after 20 years with Mountain Bell. She then had the freedom to spend time with her ever expanding family. In her spare time, Florence delighted in; collecting dolls, growing roses, propagating Iris, enjoying her 1940’s music,and an avid reader. She was a member of Saints Simon & Jude Cathedral, and member of their Woman’s Auxiliary. Memorial service will be at 11:00 am Thursday, March 11, 2010 at Hansen Mortuary, 8314 N. 7th St. Her love for music will forever play in the hearts of her family and friends. Because of her, the beauty of a rose has taken on a whole new meaning. She has left, yet her memory and love will never fade.
Tributes
"To Uncle Jake and family: The ones we love can never be more than a thought apart, for as long as there is memory, they’ll live on in the heart. The ones we love remain with us, for love itself lives on, and cherished memories do not fade because a loved one’s gone. May your memories give you comfort at this sad time and the days ahead blessed with many more. With love, Cleo"
"Dear Mother, By what I have read & heard about you; you were & still are like a Golden Thread touching so many peoples lives. Mother, what does God look like? Say hello to Holey & Albertie, your entire family & all the many friends you have up there with you !! I’ll take care of your Roses & Iris. I’ll write to you again soon & often. I love you Mother. Now you have the strength to DANCE to your ’40’s music... With all my love, Rebecca Jane "Becka Jane""
"I got to know her through her daughter Becky eye’s,and her backyard of flowers and the love of life and it’s beauity How lucky for you all to have a mother like her who left her mark in ways we all hope to do before we pass. My god be with all of you and you feel his spirt and love to get threw this time of lose Quent"
"I’ve known Florence since I went to work for Mt Bell in 1961. I was friend to her and Billie for years. She was a very good person and proud of her family. She will be missed. Love to the family, Mickey Grover"
"Florence was a life-long best friend and like a sister to my mother, Billie. Florence gave the gift of life to my mom through inspiring her to enjoy the lights and joys of Las Vegas, doll collecting and the beautiful rose gardens that became their passion. I am grateful for Florence’s influence on our lives and I will truly miss her."
"I have very fond childhood memories of a very sweet and loving Aunt Flossy, who had the brightest smile and laugh that was contagious. She always called my parents, Clifford and Etta Jane, "the kids", Dad will be 84 and Mom is 78 - "The Kids". God sent Aunt Flossy to us to love and create loving memories, and has now called his Angel home to rest. I hope all of those memories she created, bring the family comfort. Her favorite songs will sound sweeter, her favorite flowers will smell more fragrant, and her love for you all will grow stronger in your hearts to help replace the pain of her loss. My love & deepest sympathies to the whole family. Terry Shires"
"I worked with Florence for many years at the telephone company. I remember as a very pleasant woman, a good worker and her friendly smile. My sympathy to the family. Sylvia White"