Frances Monaco CHARLESTON - Frances Monaco (nee Sweetman) of Charleston passed away at home on Monday, April 19, 2021, surrounded by her husband, Frank D. Monaco; daughter, Vivien Monaco; son, James (Jim) Monaco; and son-in-law, Larry D. King. Frances was born in Liverpool, England, on September 14, 1930, to Thomas and Christina (Tina, nee McGregor) Sweetman. She and her younger brother, George, were evacuated to Wales during World War II to escape the Nazi bombing of Liverpool. After graduating from school, she went to work. Frances met Frank, a young Air Force Airman stationed at Burtonwood Air Force Base outside of Liverpool, on an outing with friends in 1952. They married on July 4, 1953, lived throughout Europe and the United States during Frank's 26-year Air Force career, and lived in Javea, Spain, during retirement from 1982 to 1996, with the exception of two years in Saudi Arabia. Frances loved to travel, and she and Frank traveled the world. Frances also loved to read and write. She wrote short stories and articles, some of which were published in magazines, and more recently she wrote book reviews for the Charleston Post and Courier. She was preceded in death by her parents; her younger brother, George; and her older brothers, James and Harry. Frances is survived by her husband, son, and daughter. Her family, extended family, and friends throughout the globe will miss her love, kindness, wit, and love of life. Arrangements are by the Palmetto Cremation Society. No memorial will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to MUSC Foundation/Hollings Cancer Center, 18 Bee Street MSC 450, Charleston, SC 29425, or online at https://connect2.musc.edu/cancer. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Frances Monaco

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12 Entries

Michelle & Nell Sharma

May 28, 2021

Having met Fran on her many visits to see her younger brother George in CT. I will always remember her kind demeanor and her many stories. She will be missed. Our deepest condolences.

Rich & Cathy Mackey

April 24, 2021

To Frank, Vivien, and Jim....Our heartfelt condolences go out to you. Frances had a truly lovable, intelligent, generous, and kind spirit. I´ll miss the stimulating conversations about our family´s history and her thoughtful perspectives on world affairs in general. My Grandmother and Mom always had fond admiration for her. She was held in high regard for her accomplishments and adventurous lifestyle. Frances´ inspiration will always live on in our hearts.

Dottie

April 22, 2021

My thoughts and prayers to Vivien, Larry and all of the family. Although you will miss her, she is out of pain and will always be watching over you. Be thankful you had her all those years.
Love, Dottie

Charlie and Sherry Fox

April 22, 2021

Being from England, Fran enjoyed seeing our Corgis pass their way on our daily walks. I pray your fond memories will bring you comfort.

Frances Krumm

April 21, 2021

Rest In Peace my dear auntie and namesake Frances Krumm née Frances Sweetman

Donna & Todd Vallin

April 21, 2021

We will miss you forever Auntie Fran. You were a true inspiration to me. You were a wealth of information about our family. You were the bond that brought us closer together & connected us to our family members in Liverpool & brought us closer to cousins Vivien & Larry, Jim, Janet & David. You have connected us to a wonderful family in Liverpool. I can only hope that I learn to carry myself with the grace that you showed your whole life. Lots of Love

Anonymous

April 21, 2021

Our condolences to you all.

Sabine & Horst Weck

April 21, 2021

We are very, very sad that Frances has passed away. We were very good friends and will keep Frances in our memories!
Sabine & Horst

Gisela

April 21, 2021

Happy Memories that go back to Dhahran and later to many years in Jávea. My sympathy goes to Frank and all the family. RIP dear Frances. Gisela

John and Judy Manzi

April 21, 2021

Fran was special and we so enjoyed her and your dad´s company. She and I were of the same political ilk and mutually marveled at the shenanigans of the last four years. I will miss those conversations very much. We are deeply saddened by her passing and very sorry for your loss.

Skeeter Jutzeler

April 21, 2021

To Jim and the entire Monaco family , please accept our sincere condolences. You will all have wonderful memories of times with your Mom and Wife. She obviously loved traveling and made the most of her opportunities in her lifetime. Please know that she is in a calm, peaceful and painless place.

God bless you all, Lynn and Skeeter Jutzeler (Friend of Jim's)

Vivien Monaco

April 21, 2021

Mum, we miss you so much. Thank you for being a wonderful mother and a wonderful friend.

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