"Bernie, I was taken back when I read of your mother's passing. I remember going to school with you at St. Simon's elementary and sometimes I would see her with you, since you lived so close to the school. She was a lovely lady as I recall. I suppose it is that time in our lives when we all start to have to experience these things. I am sure your children will remember her fondly. Never let them forget her. May time heal your loss gracefully."
In loving memory of
Francoise Newland
September 1, 2020 - February 28, 2010
EVANSVILLE, IN?Francoise "Fran" Pedneault Newland, born Feb. 23, 1929, passed away Feb. 28, 2010. She was the daughter of Cecile and Hormidas Pedneault of Maine. Fran's elementary education consisted of French and English classes with masses said in both French and Latin. She graduated from Westbrook Public High School in 1948. After graduation she worked for the Atlantic Pacific Tea Company until 1951 at which time she left to work for the FBI in Washington D.C. There, she met Paul Newland. They were married in May, 1953 at St. Hyacinth Church, and moved to Indiana in 1954. Frances loved cooking and sewing for her family and neighbors. She looked forward to trips back to Maine where she, Paul and Timmy vacationed on Little Sebego Lake, visited with her sisters and toured the many light houses in the area. In later years, after Paul's death and her children were living on their own, she became an avid reader. She is survived by two sisters: Elaine E. Poitras (Paul, deceased) of Westbrook, ME and Anne Marie Powers (Donald) of Parsonfield, ME, Children: Bernadette (Dave)Heitzman of Michigan, Theresa (Steve) Evans of Evansville, Timothy Newland of Evansville, and Cecile (Bill) Jones of Vincennes, 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. A memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Evansville Thursday, March 4 at 9:00 a.m. CST. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 3:00 pm EST at Ed Lee Mortuary in Washington with a graveside service following at St. John's Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for memorial contributions to be sent to Evansville ARC, Adult Day Program, PO Box 4089, Evansville, IN 47724. Condolences may be sent online at www.edleemortuary.com
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"Dear Cecile, Bernie, Timmy and Theresa - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I must tell you that her picture looked amazing. She aged so gracefully. I will always remember the fun times playing at your house and her making me feel right at home. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Fondly - Laura"
"Teresa, Bernie, Cecile, Sorry to read of your mom's passing in today's Evansville paper. I will shared the sad news with my mom this morning. I'll be taking her back home from today after having a hip replacement. Mom thought well of your parents, both were kind and gentle people. My dad passed 10 years ago after a long battle from a stroke. Take care, Mary"