Fuller, Frances

Postmistress At Bakewell Post Office For Over 25 Years

  • Saturday, June 24, 2017
Frances Fuller
Frances Fuller

Frances Fuller, 89, of Bakewell, Tennessee, passed away on June 22, 2017.

She was the postmistress of the Bakewell Post Office for over 25 years and was a member of Bakewell Bible Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Fuller; brothers, Seborn, Russell, Leon, Claude, and George Vandergriff; and sisters, Helen Coulter and Estell Varner.

Frances enjoyed cooking, gardening, and taking care of her family and friends. 

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Joy and Dennis Welch. 

The family would like to give a special thank you to Frances’ devoted niece, Lora Burroughs and her husband Billy; Mom and Joy’s Lifesaver; special friend, Lois Underwood; Lisa Acuff, from Five Star Home Healthcare, for her kindness; Woodlawn Terrace for their extraordinary care and patience; and her son-in-law, Dennis Welch, for his understanding and love.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice. 

A graveside service will be held at Chattanooga National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27. The family will receive friends and loved ones at the funeral home from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27. 

Condolences and memories can be shared at www.williamsonandsons.com.

Arrangements are by Williamson and Sons Funeral Home, 8852 Dayton Pike, Soddy Daisy, Tn. 37379.

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