Francine Lucille Workman Brown, age 73, of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on Sept. 4, 2020 after a stroke on Aug. 18. She died with hospice at home surrounded by her loved ones. Francine was born Mar. 20, 1947 to Dolores Lucile (Stertz) Workman & Frank Monroe Workman. After graduating from Southeast High where she was a member of the Future Nurses of America, Knightettes, and Thalians she married Jack G. Brown, from Vici, OK on Oct. 1, 1965. They would have celebrated their 55th anniversary this year.
Jack and Francine made their first home in Millington, TN where Jack was stationed at NASTC then moved to Lakehurst, NJ; NAS HC4 and in 1972, back to Lincoln to be close to family. They built a home on an acreage east of Lincoln where they lived for 48 years. They raised 3 children engaging them in swimming, camping, gymnastics, 4- H, horse riding and road trips full of fond memories. Francine loved ceramics, oil painting, and flower gardening. Once the children went to school Francine received her real estate and brokers license; selling real estate for Century 21 and later managing properties for Tabitha. Francine eventually retired from INS as a federal employee having served 19 years. All the while Jack and Francine managed their own apartment rental business.
Preceding Francine in death are her parents, brothers William and Ernie, niece Jennifer Workman, and a grand-daughter Tamber. She leaves yet to meet again, husband; Jack Brown of Lincoln, NE, children; Tammy (& David) Gersh of Carrollton, TX, Todd Brown of Lincoln, NE, and Tina Brown of Lincoln, NE, grandchildren; Eve, Ethan, and Eli Gersh of Carrollton, TX, Nikki Brown of Red Oak, IA, and Michael Brown of Manassas, VA, great-grandchildren; Faith, Chanan, and River of Red Oak, IA, brothers and sisters Delouise Carroll, Joe (& Tina) Workman, Bob (& Carol) Workman and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, family & friends.
A celebration of life for Francine will be held Saturday, Sept 12 at 2 p.m. at Jack & Francine’s home. Family and friends welcome. Please wear a mask. Thank you in advance. Please visit trumpmemorials.com for condolences and additional information. Trump Funeral Services, 1600 W. “O” Street, Lincoln.
We were church friends. Really enjoyed our youth group and confirmation class together. All my best to her family. May you find peace in know she’s with her Lord.
Jack, Todd and Tina – We are so sorry for your loss. Francine was such a dear person. She had such a loving, kind heart. I was shocked to hear of her passing. I enjoyed working with her, and attending church with you all when you were at Southview. My sincerest condolences and prayers to your family in your time of grief. Don & Denell Moody
I was so sorry to hear this sad news. I remember Francine as a very caring person. I will always remember the gatherings at your place while you were at Southview. May God continue to protect you and grant you peace through this time.
So very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to Tina and all your family. I am glad that I was able to listen to memories and stories with the family , in Francine’s last days.
Jack and family, you will be in our family’s thoughts and prayers. She was a sweet and kind lady. I enjoyed working with Francine for several years. May you find peace and comfort knowing she is no longer suffering. With deepest sympathy. Rest In Peace ✝️
To Jack and the family, Francine and I were friends and fellow classmates in the Southeast High class of 1965. I am so sad to hear she passed away and I’m very sorry for your loss. She was truly one of the sweetest people I have ever known and I am proud to have been one of her friends.
My deepest sympathies to each of you. It was my pleasure to work with Francine. She was always so kind and caring. May sweet memories comfort you.
I also worked with Francine for several years. She was a gentle and caring person, and my thoughts and prayers are for your family during this time.
Dear Jack, Todd and Tina, I am so sorry to hear of Francine’s passing away this morning. She was such a dear hearted soul. We had many good times together through the years of working at USCIS and lots of precious stories shared, heart-breaks and blessings. She was a blessing to us all. May God keep you close in his loving arms, as you grieve the loss of her life on this earth. She will be greatly missed but we will see her again. Love and Prayers to you.
Jack, I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Francine was the sweetest, kindest friend and coworker that anyone could ever have! I am shocked at her passing. I wish we could have had that get together for lunch or something that we had talked about. I will miss you dearly sweet friend!
Tina. My deepest sympathies to all of your family. I remember your Mom at the Halloween party. She was such a sweet lady. I pray for the healing of your family. Much love to you.
Jack, Tina, Todd, all the children and grandchildren, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a joy to work with and she talked about you all, so often. We talked about our rental property too, we had that in common. Gods blessings be with you and your family. She was so young, and she will be missed. She had lots of friends, especially at work. Miss her so much.
Jack, Todd, Tammy & Tina – We are so sorry for your loss. Francine was like a second mother to me & a wonderful friend to Bob. We are all in disbelief of her passing. We will always remember her with our fondest memories. Our sincerest condolences and prayers to your family in your time of grief.
I worked with Francine (at the Federal Building) and thoroughly enjoyed her thoughtful approach to work and life. She always asked me about gardening and how I was doing. Even though she retired awhile ago, it sounds like she had a wonderful life! May all the sweet memories of Francine bring you solace during this time. I hope that all the great moments that you were able to have with her before she passed away brings you comfort.
I am saddened to hear of Aunt Francine’s passing. She was such a kind hearted, easy going person. I enjoyed our many conversations we had and she always took interest in my current hobbies. She was an example to me of what a strong mother, grandmother and wife should be. My heart goes out to my family at the loss of such a strong pillar in our family. Much love xx
Thank you Jennifer. She was proud of your accomplishments and enjoyed your cake decorating skills.
This was sent to me and my family after our Dad’s passing. I hope you find the same comfort in it as I do:
“It is healthy and honorable
to weep at the loss of someone we love.
Healthy because
such passion must be released
Honorable because
it is respectful to admit the importance
of people who have loved and supported us…
people whose footprints
cannot ever be matched.”
~Maya Angelou
I am so very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Francine. I remember her patience as she answered my questions, and I remember her smile as we shared stories about our families. My deepest sympathies.
I was saddened to hear of Francine’s passing. I worked with Francine for many years and always enjoyed seeing and visiting with her. She was a kind and caring soul. My sincere condolences to all of you.
Dear Jack & family,
Sorry I missed you in September. My Mother passed away this month & I knew Francine would have been one of the first to offer her condolences. She was a dear friend & coworker. I have many fond memories of being to your lovely home & many Christmas parties. I miss those good times we had together. I know she dearly loved all of you. I pray that your fond memories & Jesus Christ our Lord & Savior bring you peace knowing she is watching over you in heaven.