Frances Bigman

Funeral Service: Monday, April 01, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, Toronto
Shiva: Monday, April 01, 2024 to
Sunday, April 07, 2024

353 Spring Gate Blvd,Thornhill, Ontario,L4J 3C2
Shiva Details:
Shiva hours: Monday following burial until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. daily. Mincha/Ma'ariv at 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Shacharit at 7:00 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 8:00 a.m. on Sunday. No shiva visits on Saturday. Shiva concludes Sunday morning April 7.

Donations:
TanenbaumCHAT by visiting https://www.tanenbaumchat.org/Frances-Bigman or calling 416-636-5984 ext.: 353.

Notes:
Should you wish to view the funeral service go to https://www.benjaminsparkmemorialchapel.ca/ServiceDetails?snum=140146&fg=0, a link will be uploaded there.

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Corinne Perry - 21 days ago

My heartfelt condolences to the Bigman family Lovely memories of Frances she was aways so kind & sweet My thoughts & prayers are with you

Debbie Schreter Lustigson - 23 days ago

Dear Bigman Family, I have fond memories of Frances from Chomedey High School when we all conjugated on the 3rd floor. She was a fun loving, intelligent teenager with a great smile and a positive attitude. She was a go-getter then and always on a mission. May her memory and spirit be a blessing to us all.

Anna Fishman Gonshor - 23 days ago

Dear family and Judy Engel. Please accept my heartfelt condolences . I first met in Montreal when she participated in the Leadership Development Program (along with Judy), which I chaired, at AJCS (now FedCJA). I remember her warm smile, laughter , her vivaciousness and commitment. I always enjoyed her company. She contributed to our community and to yours in Toronto in a meaningful way and will be misses. May her memory be a blessing. Warmly, Anna

Sandra, Michael & Wendy - 26 days ago

Dear Estelle, Teddy and Brian, Our deepest sympathies on Fran’s untimely passing. She was filled with a beautiful energy. We have wonderful memories of all our times together. Sandra wishes she could be there with you Estelle.

Avra Goldenblatt - 26 days ago

My deepest condolences to Shawna and family. I knew your mom from our condo. I loved spending time with her and Lucy and my dog Kramer basking in the sun. She will be greatly missed.

Brenda Sachin - 27 days ago

To Estelle and family, my deepest condolences on the loss of Frances, gone way too soon. I knew her from our childhood in Chomedey. May your cherished memories help you through this most difficult time and may Frances’ memory be for a blessing.

Jeffrey Pevzner - 28 days ago

My deepest condolences to Frances’ friends and family. I was a childhood friend of Frances and played with her on Effingham. She was a sweet, kind and happy girl who was always fun as friendly to all the kids she interacted with. I’m sure she was the same in her adult years. She will be missed forever. She made the world a much better place. Peace, love, happiness and strength to the family and friends.

Pauline BABINS - 28 days ago

Estelle I am so sorry to hear of your daughter’s passing. My most sincere sympathy to you and your

Myra & Norman Goldberg and Family - 28 days ago

Dear Shawna and Family, Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother Frances. We are thinking of you and we hope that your beautiful memories bring you comfort and solace in the days ahead.

Monty Wener - 28 days ago

Dear Brian and family , my sincere condolences for this huge loss.

Joy & Jeff Bultz - 28 days ago

Dear Shawna and Family, your mom planned our entire honeymoon 39 years ago. It was our first time overseas, and she made the experience so exciting and perfect. Frances was enthusiastic, smart, and always fun to be with . Our most sincere condolences. Joy and Jeff

Earl Altman - 29 days ago

Frances was a powerful personality and touched all who had the good fortune to know her. She was a big part of my teenage years and we spent many wonderful summers together at the Y Countr.y Camp. May her memory be a blessing.

Maxyne Finkelstein - 29 days ago

Dear Shawna and Family, So sad to learn of the passing of Frances. She was a warm and special person. Wishing you comfort at this difficult time.

Brahm Shiller - 29 days ago

Dear Bigman family, I have so many fond memories of Frances from Chomedey, YCC and later. She was a dear friend of my late brother Lyon. We all spent many happy times together. Many her memory be a blessing to you all. Baruch Dayan Emet

Judy-Gail Adelstein - 29 days ago

To all of Frances’s family, I was so sad to hear of Frances’s loss. We met at YCC and became friends through our high school years. Frances was friendly, fun and fabulous! There was never a moment without laughter when we were together. May her memory be a forever blessing.

Mandi Miller - 29 days ago

Frances was a giant of a professional in our Jewish Day School development world. She was the consummate expert in all things school fundraising and always added so much to our conversations and trainings.

Anne and Manny Kalles - 29 days ago

Dear Francis’ Family, We were so sad to read of Francis’ passing. We remember so many good times in Montreal. Wish we had the words to ease your pain, but sometimes words are not enough. Our deepest condolences. Anne and Manny

Carole Shiller - 29 days ago

To Frances' family, My deepest sympathy to all of you on this terrible loss. I remember Frances very well when she and my son Lyon were good friends. She was definitely a people person and was liked by everyone. May your good memories of her come to the fore.

Merle Winston Torchin - 29 days ago

To all of Frances’ loved ones, I had the distinct pleasure to teach Frances in high school. She was a very exuberant, humourous young lady who achieved excellent results . I will always remember her with fondness. Please accept my heartfelt condolences😘

Lori + Stewart Chadnick - 29 days ago

Sending you all our deepest condolences on the loss of Frances. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Mitchell Axelrad - 29 days ago

Dear Brian and all of the family of Frances. I am so sad to see this and for your loss. My condolences to all. Mitchell

Sandy bookman - 29 days ago

Dear Bigman Family, Frances was an amazing lady with a great spirit. So friendly, warm, kind and smart. She grew up with my brother and I later had the chance to work with her. Gone way too soon. May her memory be an eternal blessing and very, very sorry for this tremendous loss.

Renee Cohen - 29 days ago

Dear Estelle, Cheryl, Brian & entire Bigman Family…My heartfelt condolences on the loss of dear Frances. She was a special lady. May her memory be a blessing for the whole family, and may she rest in peace. Long life to all. Fondly, Renee

Elayne Kazenel Weigensberg - 29 days ago

To Frances's entire family - Sending my most sincere condolences on your great loss. From our Chomedey days, I remember her beautiful and broad smile, laugh, and the positivity that she radiated. Sending hugs to everyone. Elayne Kazenel Weigensberg

Irwin Zelniker - 29 days ago

My condolences to the family. I first met your Mom when she was a camper at YCC many many years ago. She was a dynamo then and from what I read in her obituary continued that throughout her life. A free spirit , always bringing people together through laughter ! It is very sad that she was taken from you so early. May her memory be a blessing.

PAUL J STARR - 29 days ago

Dear Brian and Cheryl, So sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. My condolences to you and your family. May her memory be a blessing.

Kenny Selcer - 29 days ago

Dear Brian and Cheryl. Very sad news on the passing of Frances. My sincere condolences to the entire family. Kenny.

Pam Litman - 29 days ago

Dear Family, I am sending heartfelt condolences on your great loss. I met Frances when she was a volunteer in Montreal at Federation CJA. I hope all your cherished memories provide some comfort at this difficult time. Pam Litman

Howard Pascal - 29 days ago

Dear Brian and Cheryl & family, My deepest condolences for your loss and may you find comfort in cherished memories.

HOWARD SELCER - 29 days ago

Dear Brian, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your sister Frances. My sincere condolences to you, Cheryl and your family.

Sharon Finkelstein - 29 days ago

Dear Shawna and family I am so shocked and saddened to read of the loss of your dear Mother/grandmother. Although many years have passed it still seems like yesterday that you and Josh were getting together for play dates. You and your mom had a most special bond. I’m sure your pain is immeasurable. Hold your memories tight and hold your family even tighter, they will carry you through the most difficult days ahead. Please accept my most sincere condolences. Thinking of you, Sharon Finkelstein

Cheryl Tepper Feiden - 29 days ago

Dear Shawna and the entire Bigman Family, I am so so sad to learn of your monumental loss of Frances. Our relationship began at YCC and continued to life in DDO where we carpooled our kids to pre-k. We kept in touch over the years through social media where we shared our most cherished roles of “ Bubbie”. Frances’ fierce love and dedication to you and your beautiful girls Shawna was at the forefront of everything she did , and she couldn’t have been prouder. May all of your wonderful memories help comfort you through this painful and difficult time. Fondly, Cheryl

Reesa (Pont) Grunvald - 29 days ago

Dear Estelle and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I grew up in Chomedey and remember your family. My Mom (Pauline Pont) and you were very close. May good memories bring you comfort at this time.

Andrea Gilletz Weinstein - 29 days ago

Dear Estelle, Brian and Cheryl, Ted and Rachel, Shawna, Jon, Ivy and Aiden, Frances and I met in eighth grade and became instant friends. She was warm and witty and had a huge personality even then. I was shy and quieter but Frances made sure I met all her friends and made a place for me in her life. I spent a lot of time in your kitchen in Chomedey as the Bigman house was “friends’ central”. Frances had tremendous respect for her parents and younger brothers. It may seem like a lifetime ago, but so many wonderful memories were made during my friendship with Frances. We kept in touch over the years, through the occasional phone call and then through social media and text. She was so proud of Shawna and her granddaughters. I can only imagine the pain you are all going through and want to offer my sincere condolences and hope that you many memories can sustain you though this difficult time. May Frances rest in peace.

Leslie Ann Ungar Wener - 29 days ago

To the Bigman family; my sincere condolences on the loss of Frances, gone too soon. I remember her from my childhood in Chomedey. We lived around the corner. You were a lovely family. Leslie Ungar.

Lauren Marks Vesely - 29 days ago

To Estelle and Family....Sadness for You all. Frances was a most remarkable lady. May good memories of happy times together sustain you through this most difficult time

Fred Arshoff - 29 days ago

Dear Estelle, Brian and Ted my deepest condolances, BTH. Cousin Fred in Montreal

Reesa Miller Greenberg - 30 days ago

Dear Bigman Family and friends of Francis, Please accept my most sincere condolences for your loss. May all the wonderful memories help sustain you during this most difficult time. May you have no further sorrows.

Joel Barmish - 30 days ago

Dear Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on Francis’s untimely passing. She definitely made her mark as a spirited and committed volunteer for Montreal Jewish community causes and will be fondly remembered. May you know no further sorrow. Joel

Paula Nadler - 30 days ago

Dear Family of Frances, Words are so difficult to write at this saddest of times for you all! Sending you love, hugs and my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Frances! I, for one , will not forget her. She was a special person in my life and I so enjoyed being her friend! May she rest in peace knowing that she was loved by so many. May you know no further sorrow. Sincerely Paula❤️

Evelyn Shrier - 30 days ago

Dear Bigman family and all who loved Frances; I am so very sad to be reading of your great loss... Frances and I worked together in Montreal and I have not seen her since her move to Toronto...Please accept my deepest sympathy and most heartfelt condolence...I wish you all Long Life filled with good health and wonderful Frances memories to cherish forever... and may she rest in peace... ~E~ xoxo