J. Frances Braden, 84, wife of the late Thomas M. Braden Sr., died Friday June 8, 2012 at Uof L Hospital. Born in Mack, Ky. she is the daughter of the late Elva & Gracie Underwood Allen. Mrs. Braden was a Charter member of the North Bullitt Christian Church and retired from the Jefferson Co. Dept. of Human Resources.
She is survived by her daughter, Jan Braden, son and daughter-in-law, Tom & Judy Braden Jr. one brother, Charles Allen, grandchildren, Molly & Jacob Braden ,who she adored, several nieces & nephews including Sheila Allen who called her aunt daily to express her love for her and two close family friends, Janice Kleinhenz and Jewell Sparrow who will miss their long telephone conversations with Frances. Preceding her in death are three sisters, Agatha Skaggs, Pearl Thomas, Dorothy Taylor and two brothers, James & Chester Allen.
In keeping with Frances' wishes no traditional funeral services will be held. A private burial is planned.