Ms. Frances Beatrice Boone

August 4, 1947 - February 6, 2019

Ms. Frances Beatrice Boone, 71, of Peoria, IL passed away at 9:42 pm on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at UnityPoint Health Methodist Hospital. Frances was born on August 4, 1947 in Peoria, IL to Charles and Bernadine (Walker) Boone. Frances was a dedicated teacher with Peoria Public Schools District 150 retiring after 37 years of service. She taught at Whittier Primary School and Calvin Coolidge Middle School. After retirement, she continued to teach part-time at Calvin Coolidge Middle School. Frances, a life-long resident of Peoria, attended Lincoln Grade School, Roosevelt Junior High School and graduated from Manual High School. She received her bachelor’s degree at Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL and her master’s degree at Illinois State University, Normal, IL in education. Frances was a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She enjoyed taking walks in her neighborhood and loved to read the Bible and novels. Frances was a former member of Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church. Frances is survived by her loving sister, Carolyn Boone and a host of other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents. A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at Historic Springdale Cemetery in the Resurrection Section. Rev. Arthur Williams, Sr., will officiate. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.