Frances M. (Conant) Harnum

Frances ‘Fran or Frannie’ Harnum, 85, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.  She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, William Harnum.

She is survived by her four children, Linda Mandra and her husband Michael, William Harnum Jr., Phillip Harnum, and Jill Primmer and her partner Gary; her grandchildren, Jeffrey Mandra and his wife Julie, Jeremy Mandra, Janelle Caron and her husband Shawn, Katelyn Primmer and her partner Eric, and Karen Primmer; her great grandchildren, Jacob, Gabriella, Aubrianna, Wendy, and Hollie.

She is also survived by her sister Dianne Wilay, brother-in-law John Hofferty, sister-in-law Dorothy Noonan, sister-in-law Priscilla Dennehy, many nieces and nephews who loved their Aunt Frannie, and her dearest friends from Friday meeting group.

Fran was a wonderful homemaker.  Her talents were endless.  She enjoyed decorative painting, sewing, and cake decorating, which included beautiful wedding cakes for family.

Fran’s greatest joy in life was her family.  She treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.  Her home was always a place of warmth, creativity, and love.

She leaves behind a family that will deeply miss her and carry her memory in their hearts.

Her faith carried her through life and now brings her home to eternal peace.

Services to be announced, the family will provide more details when available. Arrangements made by Driscoll Funeral Home, Haverhill. For guestbook, visit www.driscollcares.com

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