Fran Coker

Frances Coker (nee Prainito), of O’Fallon, MO, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Mack F. Coker; cherished daughter of the late Angelina and Jospeh Prainito; devoted mother of Edward (Teresa) Coker; loving grandmother of Stephanie (Richard) Steltenpohl, Great grandmother of Ayla Steltenpohl, and Blakely Steltenpohl; treasured Godmother of Sherry Covert.

Frances was married to her beloved husband, Mack, for 70 wonderful years, and together they enjoyed traveling, fishing, playing cards, attending baseball games, and taking cruises. She had a passion for bingo, visits to the casino, and was fiercely competitive when it came to board games. A devoted St. Louis Cardinals fan, Frances also loved doing scratch-offs and playing cards. She was a strong-willed, strong-minded woman who had a deep love for animals, especially her cats and her grand-dog, Millie. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Frances was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Memorials may be made in Frances's name to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or Stray Rescue of St. Louis.