Frances Ann Dravenstatt

Frances Ann (Cronkhite) Dravenstatt, age 90, of Lansing, MI, died Thursday, December 17, 2020.  She was born November 30, 1930 in Rossville, IL.  Within a year of her birth she was adopted by Alva and Bertha Cronkhite and moved to Stockbridge, MI. She attended a one room school house in Stockbridge through the 8th grade, then graduated from Stockbridge High School in 1949.

After graduation Frances did some world travel, married, and had four children which she raised on her salary as a secretary at Michigan State University.  She retired after working at MSU for almost 30 years.

Frances was a very active member of the American Legion Auxiliary for over 55 years.  She was also a longtime member of the 40 & 8.  She held many local and state positions in both organizations.

She is survived by her son, Roger (Cindy), of Lansing; her daughter, Carol (Jerry) Rito, of Beverly Hills; her son, Rick (Traci), of Mason; her daughter, Connie (Dave) Tyler, of Lansing; 9 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Interment will take place at 3:30 p.m. in Oaklawn Cemetery, Stockbridge. Her family will receive friends and relatives beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary, Haslett Post #269.

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mary ferro
December 18, 2020 at 6:55 pm

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all
The Ferro family

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JoAnn McKim Roberts
December 18, 2020 at 8:22 pm

To the DRAVENSTAtt Family, My deepest condolences to your family in the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. It is devestating to lose the people we love. She was a very kind and nice woman. Myself and my family thought very highly of her and Gordie loved her dearly. Many thoughts, prayers, hugs and love go out to you all at this very difficult time.

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Pam Dravenstatt Hodges
December 18, 2020 at 10:47 pm

I have such fond memories of Aunt Frances. I remember many good times at her house. Even though I wasn’t around her much as an adult I will always remember her love for all of us. You will be missed. My deepest condolences to my cousins and the entire family. Love you all!

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Helena Conwell
December 19, 2020 at 9:40 am

So incredibly sorry for your loss. Praying for your family during this time. She was a beautiful soul who made a positive impact on those whom she crossed paths with. Sending love, hugs, and positive thoughts and prayers.

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Jim Dravenstatt
December 19, 2020 at 10:19 am

Peace be with you cousins. Been there done this, always remember the memories and hold them In your heart. She is now at peace and with the rest of the Klan. Sending prayers,love,and thoughts to you all,

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Harry Spenny
December 20, 2020 at 9:55 pm

You all have our deepest sympathy at the passing of your mother. Frances worked hard to see that you all had the best life possible. She lived a long and productive life. We all lived in a great neighborhood and it was a joy to see all of our kids grow up there. Your mom lives in God’s neighborhood now watching over all of us.. I gave her a wave today! God bless!

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