FRANCIS BARBARA A. (KERNS) Age 76, of Winter Haven, FL, and formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, went to her heavenly reward on January 5, 2016. Barbara was the beloved wife of Fred M. Francis of 56 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, John W. Kerns and Irene Robson Kerns; brothers, JW Kerns II and Bernard A. Kerns. Beloved mother of Gayle A. Hoglund (Ronald) and Jeffrey M. (Darlene) Francis; dearly beloved Nana to Ryan Francis Hoglund (Natalie), Savannah Rae Francis and Brett Frederick Francis. Barbara is survived by one sister, Mary Kerns Christy (John). Barbara is also survived by one nephew; four nieces; and numerous great-nephews and nieces. Barbara was an Administrative Professional in the Pittsburgh area for 30 years. After retirement she volunteered in the Emergency Room at Cape Canaveral and Winter Haven Hospitals. Barbara enjoyed traveling, painting water colors and was involved in her community activities at Vienna Square where she resided. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Light of Life Mission, 10 E. North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or to the Gilda Radner Foundation for the cure of Ovarian Cancer. Memorial Service will be held at the Saint Mary of the Mount Church, 403 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15211 on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at 10 a.m. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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