Frances J. (Smith) Heacock, 74, widow of Joseph Heacock, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Frederick Living.

Born in Altoona, Frances was the daughter of the late Francis and Betty (Steer) Smith.

Frances graduated from Altoona Area High School. She worked for twenty-five years as a secretary and a computer lab instructor in Boyertown Area School District.

Frances was a member of St. Columbkill Froman Catholic Church in Boyertown.

Frances is survived by three children, Brian Heacock, husband of Gretchen; Mary Jo Heacock; and Kevin Heacock, husband of Alison; as well as five grandchildren: Ethan, Aubrey, Eddie, Amelia, and Evelyn. Frances is also survived by five sisters: Sheila, Donna, Nancy, Betsy, and Miriam.

Frances is predeceased by one brother, Ken.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at St. Columbkill Roman Catholic Church 200 Indian Spring Rd Boyertown, PA 19512. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 1:30 PM.

Inurnment will be private at the request of the family.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Frederick Living Benevolent Fund 2849 Big Rd., Zieglerville, PA 19492. You may also donate to Caring Hospice Services 400 Commerce Dr c, Fort Washington, PA 19034.