Frances Elizabeth Jordan Applewhite passed away at 102 years old. Better known as Franny, she was born in Montrose, Colorado on August 24, 1913 and passed away in Leesburg, Virginia on December 23, 2015.

She was predeceased by her husband of over seventy years, Miles Gordon Applewhite. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Grant (Larry); son, Grant Applewhite (Cathy); grandchildren, David Grant, Tracey Ertel (Keith), Avery Sawyer; great grandchildren, Lindsay Gelinne (John), Carter Grand (Chelsie), Sean Ertel, Callie Grant, Erin Ertel; great great grandchildren, Ashton Gelinne, Sara Grant and Tyler Gelinne; her sister Patricia Warren; nieces, nephews and many friends.

She was a member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, Eugene, Oregon, for over forty years. While she lived in many places over her lifetime, anyone who ever met her knew that she considered Oregon to be her true home. She attributed her longevity to her love of gardening. She said it is a hobby that can last a lifetime. She was also an avid reader and always had a book by her side.

The family would like to thank all who cared for her at Morningside House Assisted Living, INOVA Loudoun Hospital, Heritage Hall Healthcare and Rehab, and Capital Caring Hospice.

Memorial services for the family will be held on Thursday, December 31, 2015, starting at 10:30 am at Colonial Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.