Frances L. White

WHITE - Frances L. “Fran,” 83, Jeannette; formerly of Summerhill, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born June 15, 1942, in Windber. Preceded in death by parents, Steve J. and Louise M. (Masserio) Smiach; and beloved husband, Leon K. White, who died January 26, 2000.

Survived by children, Leeanne (Erik) Hallquist, Middleton, Wisconsin; and Mark (Rebecca) White, Jeannette; grandchildren, Ally, Alex, Ashley, Amanda, and Annika; as well as many dearly loved cousins, and other family members.

Fran worked for many years as a beautician, where she enjoyed learning about and talking with her clients. Fran always had a home cooked meal on the table with desserts to follow. Fran also enjoyed crafting, cooking (especially wedding soup and risotto), baking, golf, bowling, and playing cards. Fran was always ready for an adventure especially if it involved her kids and grandkids. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and cousins.

Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, April 20, 2026, at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., 621 Maple Street, South Fork. 

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Summerhill; Father Joseph C. Nale, celebrant. 

Committal, St. Michael Catholic Cemetery.