Frances (Fran) Ruth Sherman, entered eternal life surrounded by family on Friday, August 29, 2025, after a short illness, she was 84. Fran was born on April 24, 1941 in White City, TN to James Mitchell and Frances Pauline Curtis. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, James Ray and Darrell and sisters Sylvia and Linda Gail
Fran is survived by her devoted husband of 40 years John R Sherman children, Gregg Arbizu (Vivian), Kelly Hope (Tanner), John A Sherman (Jennifer) and Deborah Sherman. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Melanie, Melissa, London, Levi, Ava, William, Jeremy, Destiny, Devon, Darrance and Daland, great grandchildren, Hatsune, Isaiah, Dominick “Prince”, Aniyah, Mila, Kyson, Amirah, Amaris, Emmerie, Aylin, Jaliyah and sisters Jan Collis (Mike) and Pam Jaques (Mark).
Fran was also a proud Air Force Veteran serving her country.
Fran enjoyed to travel. She and John traveled to Europe numerous times, drove the Alaska Highway and enjoyed visiting family and friends throughout the United States. Fran would also spend the summers in Heber-Overgaard spoiling her grandchildren. Fran loved playing cards with friends, golfing and playing games. Her family was everything to her and she doted on her grandchildren. Her big passion was cooking and baking especially around the holidays. She always had a smile and never made an enemy.
Fran, mom will be greatly missed.
The family would like to thank Heart of Healing Hospice, especially Bobbie Boyd and her amazing nurse Kylie.
Our hearts go out to you. I’m only a phone call away if ever you need anything. May God bless this entire family with his mighty love and wrap his loving arms around this entire family during this hard time. Remember that they literally live inside of your DNA and you guys are a very wonderful family who deserve all the love and kindness during this time I love you Kelly and the rest of your family
I loved the few times I got to meet your mom. She was the sweetest little lady!! Wedding shopping with Kelly, Fran and friends was a blast! May you all find peace in this hard time! Love you Kelly!
Kelly and Greg, I’m sorry about the loss of your mom. She was very sweet funny and always had a kind word to say to anyone. My heart goes out to you guys and your family. God bless. I love you.
Kelly and Greg, I’m sorry about the loss of your mom. She was a sweet bunny and always had a kind word to say to anyone if I can do anything to help. Please let me know. I love you God bless.
Our hearts go out to you. I’m only a phone call away if ever you need anything. May God bless this entire family with his mighty love and wrap his loving arms around this entire family during this hard time. Remember that they literally live inside of your DNA and you guys are a very wonderful family who deserve all the love and kindness during this time I love you Kelly and the rest of your family
I loved the few times I got to meet your mom. She was the sweetest little lady!! Wedding shopping with Kelly, Fran and friends was a blast! May you all find peace in this hard time! Love you Kelly!
Kelly and Greg, I’m sorry about the loss of your mom. She was very sweet funny and always had a kind word to say to anyone. My heart goes out to you guys and your family. God bless. I love you.
Kelly and Greg, I’m sorry about the loss of your mom. She was a sweet bunny and always had a kind word to say to anyone if I can do anything to help. Please let me know. I love you God bless.