Frances E. Morrow, 61, of Springfield passed away Tuesday evening, December 2, 2008 in the Springfield Regional Medical Center-East High Campus.

She was born August 13, 1947 in Springfield, the daughter of Richard and Mary (Noble) Herring.

Frances was a very loving and caring wife, mom, sister and grandma and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 17 years, Benny E. Morrow; one daughter, Carlee (Roger) Trent of Springfield; three sons, Shawn (Beth) Sprinkle, Terry (Dawn) (Debbie) Sprinkle and Danny (Dawn) Saum all of Springfield; three step-daughters; three step-sons; four brothers, Charles, Steve, Jimbob Herring and Gaylord Noble; 14 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Terry and Vernon Noble and four grandchildren, Jyme and Kennie Sprinkle, Phree Morrow and Hailey Saum.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, December 5, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Bill Blain officiating.

Burial will follow in the Vale Cemetery.