Frances Clemmons Cain, a beloved member of the Greenhill, Alabama community, passed away on January 10, 2025, at the age of 87. Frances was a dedicated member of Greenhill First Baptist and found joy in her faith, family, and career. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Frances was born as Frances Gist and attended Rogers High School. She spent her working years at Slant & Slant/M-Fine and Dollar General. She was a devoted wife and mother, finding great joy in her family. Frances married Maurice Clemmons and later Harvey Cain, with whom she shared many happy years until their passing.
She is survived by her loving sons, Ernie Clemmons and wife Patricia, Kevin Clemmons and wife Tammy; her grandchildren, Bethany Butler (Jason), Marissa Norton (Casey), Cortney Davis (Nathan), Seth Clemmons (Kristen), Erin Gatlin (Tanner); great-grandchildren, and bonus-children. Frances was also cherished by her brother, Steve Gist, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Frances was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys & Leonard Gist; sisters, Movaline Young, Lucille Gladney & Debbie Phillips; brother, Ozell Gist; and grandson Nathan Martin.
A memorial life celebration will be held at Greenhill Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Visitation will begin at 11:00 A.M. followed by the service at 1:00 P.M. Pallbearers will be Seth Clemmons, Hagen Butler, Cade Norton, Jason Butler, Nathan Davis, Casey Norton, and Tanner Gatlin. Honorary Pallbearers will be Cam Clemmons and Harvey Cain’s children. Burial will be at Greenhill Cemetery immediately following the service.
The family extends a special thank you to Kendall DeStafino at SouthernCare New Beacon Hospice of Decatur and the 2nd floor staff at Falkville Health Care for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Missions fund at Greenhill Baptist Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Greenhill Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Frances will be deeply missed by all who knew her, and her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched.