Frances Eileen Petrowski

Frances Eileen Petrowski, a cherished member of her community and beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on July 23, 1951, in the historic town of Deadwood, South Dakota, Frances was the cherished daughter of the late Wilbur and Helen Long. Her early years were spent in the picturesque surroundings of South Dakota, where she graduated from Newell High School in 1969. Frances was predeceased by her loving parents and her dear siblings, Sandra (Joe) Lewis, Vivian Schmidt, and Arleen Buchanan. Her legacy continues through her children, Catherine (Armand) Pomerleau, Stephen Petrowski, and Angela Petrowski, and her adoring grandchildren, Lauren, Anthony, Katie, and Emily Pomerleau. She also leaves behind her precious great-grandchildren, Harper and Azrael Pomerleau, along with her siblings, Patricia Marshall and David (Maria) Long and brother-in-law Bruce Schmidt. Frances dedicated her life to her family and her community. As her children got older, she embarked on a fulfilling career, working at Stop & Shop, Lebanon Green Store, and eventually retiring from Walmart. Her commitment to service extended beyond her professional life as she became an active member of her community in Lebanon, Connecticut. Frances participated in numerous organizations, including St. Francis of Assisi Church and the Lebanon Republican Town Committee. Her passion for helping others followed her to Tennessee, where she became involved in her local church and volunteered at the Food Bank. A woman of many talents, Frances had a particular gift for gardening, with a special love for tending to her roses. Her culinary skills were renowned, especially her Texas sheet cake, fudge, and pizzelle cookies, which she lovingly shared with family and friends. Frances enjoyed watching UCONN Women's basketball and the Little League World Series on TV. Known for her warmth and generosity, Frances cherished attending her grandchildren's sporting events, concerts, and award ceremonies, always supporting their endeavors with love and pride. A service to celebrate Frances's remarkable life will be held on November 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi Church, located at 67 West Town St, Lebanon, CT. A reception will be held afterwards at the First Baptist Church Hall at 694 Trumbull Hwy, Lebanon, CT. She will be buried in South Dakota next to her parents and two of her sisters at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Frances's memory to the Hearing Health Foundation or Donate Life America, causes close to her heart. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Frances's brother, sister-in-law, neighbors, and friends for their unwavering support and kindness during her final years in Tennessee. Frances will be remembered for her boundless love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to those around her. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.