Frances Fullman

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But the role that Frances held in highest regard was being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Frances Adline Fullman was born on September 16, 1933 in Chicago, Illinois to the late William and Eloise Donnell. She was the fifth of seven children.

 Frances attended Wendell Phillips High School and graduated in 1951. There, she met John Fullman, and from that union they had four children: John, Darryl, Francie, and Cory. 

In 1972, Frances met her devoted companion of 27 years, Johnnie Hamilton Green, who preceded her in death in 2001. 

Frances possessed a fierce work ethic, which presented itself in each job she held. Throughout her professional career, she was a caregiver, worked in pharmaceutical manufacturing, was a librarian assistant, and an election judge.

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Frances’s most memorable quality was her ability to forgive.

Frances was very passionate about politics and encouraged everyone she knew to go out and VOTE! But the role that Frances held in highest regard was being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was devoted to the health, safety, and wellbeing of her children. And placed a strong emphasis on obtaining a quality education, having integrity, paying it forward, and treating people with the respect and dignity that they deserve. 

Frances had a flair for fashion. Her impeccable style was what people noticed when she first walked into the room. She loved quality fabrics, a good sale, setting her own trends, and standout pieces that stood the test of time. In addition to being a fashionista, Frances was the ultimate hostess. Having thrown parties and gatherings at her home that many still talk about to this day.

 Frances was also known for being a great cook. She took pride in preparing every dish. Ensuring that all who ate, left happy, full, and with a little something, something to go. In fact, she would be insulted if you dared bring a dish. She just wanted you to come in, sit down, and enjoy yourselves. She took care of the rest. 

Frances was quick with a joke and had a great sense of humour. Her one-liners drew gut-busting laughter, while also making you think. Many of her greatest zingers were shared over a game of cards, better known as “Board Meetings,” where Frances was known as “The Don.” Frances was someone who was conservative about a dollar, but not cheap, and spared no expense when it came to her family. She taught her children how to live within their means, while at the same time, enjoying the fruits of their labor. But Frances’s most memorable quality was her ability to forgive. She was a woman of faith. Keeping God in her heart and treating people the way God intended. Frances made her heavenly transition on Monday, June 29, 2026. She is preceded in death by siblings: Dewitt Moss, Phillip Donnell, Marilyn Bell, George Donnell, and Gloria Washington; and sons: John Sinclair Fullman, Darryl Drake Fullman, and Cory Sheldon Fullman.

 She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter: Francie Phyllis (Charles) Fullman-Ledbetter; daughter-in-law: Sarah Kobs; grandchildren: John Eric Fullman, Alex (Roseanna) Fullman, Racquel (Richard) Fullman, Jonathan Fullman, and Carl (Chriss) Fisher; great-grandchildren: Jayden Fullman, Mirabelle Lyons, and Carl Josiah Fisher; brother: William I. Donnell, Jr.; her favorite cousin: Frances Pye; and a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends