Frances Pretty Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Frances Pretty (Finksburg, Maryland), who passed away on May 15, 2026, at the age of 91, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Cecil Hanson and Mary Hanson; and her husband Robert S. Pretty. She is survived by: her sons, Gary S. Pretty and Keith B. Pretty (Sandy Pretty); her grandson R. Stewart Pretty; her sisters, Ruby Price and Stella Reece; her daughter Beth Anne Pretty (Stephen Merkel); her grandchildren, Maggie Moran (Ericka Moya), Zachary Pretty (Shannon Pretty), Jack Merkel, Grace Merkel and Benjamin Merkel; her great grandchild Cooper Pretty; and her sister Kathy Knicely. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to one of the following: Alzheimer Association, 4600 Cox Rd #130, Glen Allen, VA 23060 or Goochland Animal Shelter, 1900 Hidden Rock Ln, Maidens, VA 23102.
