Frances Smith Tallent, 90, of Morganton, NC, gained her heavenly wings on Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Born in Lincoln County, NC on December 11, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Craig Locke Smith and Alda Lee Hull Smith.
Frances was a member of Brookwood Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dearly loved her family.
Frances had an adventurous soul with a profound love for travel. Her love for the earth was evident in her garden, and she was an avid and talented quilter. However, it was in the kitchen where Frances truly found her joy. Cooking and preparing food for her family was her greatest pleasure.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Ricky Tallent and Vickie T. Curtis (Buren Allen Curtis); grandchildren, Eric Tallent, Lance Tallent (Kayla Tallent), Melissa Curtis (DeeDee Hartley), and Julie Curtis; great-grandchildren, Kendra Austin, Braylon Tallent, Jett Tallent, and Korey Curtis; sister, Judy Lackey; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Carl Tallent; and a sister, Betty Joe Hull.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday, February 14, 2025 at Brookwood Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at noon in the church with Rev. Earl Cross officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice, (amoremsupport.org/donate).
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Visitation
Feb. 14, 2025
11 a.m. - noon
Visitation Details
Service
Feb. 14, 2025
noon
Service Details
Committal
Feb. 14, 2025
Burke Memorial Park
Born in Lincoln County, NC on December 11, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Craig Locke Smith and Alda Lee Hull Smith.
Frances was a member of Brookwood Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who dearly loved her family.
Frances had an adventurous soul with a profound love for travel. Her love for the earth was evident in her garden, and she was an avid and talented quilter. However, it was in the kitchen where Frances truly found her joy. Cooking and preparing food for her family was her greatest pleasure.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Ricky Tallent and Vickie T. Curtis (Buren Allen Curtis); grandchildren, Eric Tallent, Lance Tallent (Kayla Tallent), Melissa Curtis (DeeDee Hartley), and Julie Curtis; great-grandchildren, Kendra Austin, Braylon Tallent, Jett Tallent, and Korey Curtis; sister, Judy Lackey; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie Carl Tallent; and a sister, Betty Joe Hull.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday, February 14, 2025 at Brookwood Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at noon in the church with Rev. Earl Cross officiating. Burial will follow in Burke Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice, (amoremsupport.org/donate).
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Visitation
Feb. 14, 2025
11 a.m. - noon
Visitation Details
Service
Feb. 14, 2025
noon
Service Details
Committal
Feb. 14, 2025
Burke Memorial Park
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Vicki and family, I'm sorry to hear of Miss Frances passing. She was such a sweet,beautiful, hard-working lady. I always enjoyed our many conversations when i visited Kim. Good Christian lady that loved her family and friends.
—Cathy Cook
We are so sorry for your loss. She truly was a sweet, precious family member and friend to us. We love her and she will be missed. Love and prayers . Hazel and Jack and family
—Hazel Bryant
—Donna Bailey
Out deepest sympathy for your loss
—Joyce Anderson
Oh sweet Frances. She was a grand lady indeed. So many memories of her and ole Jesse. Hugs to you guys.
—Kim suttle-barclay
—Anonymous