Frances J. Bryant, 97, of Danvers passed away at Ledgewood Rehab in Beverly MA on February 28, 2016. She was the wife of the late Arthur H. Bryant, Sr. with whom she shared 54 years of marriage.

She was born and raised in Salem and graduated from St. James High School. She was also the daughter of the late Michael and Ellen (Creedon) Hogan of Salem and was the youngest in a family of 12 children

Frances was mainly a homemaker for her husband and children, but she loved her time working at Klinks Bakery in Beverly. Her sweet tooth was often satisfied with ice cream and chocolates, but lobster was her favorite food. She enjoyed traveling and playing Bingo several nights each week.

Frances is survived by one son, Arthur H. Bryant Jr. of Shapleigh, ME and three daughters; Ellen Dalton of Danvers; Maureen Fredriksen of Salem; Jeanne and Ray Randall of Danvers.

She is also survived by her grandchildren; Michael Dalton and Melissa Carlson of Boston; Deborah Dalton and Jim Theodore of Killington, VT; Cynthia Dalton and Jim Luz of Danvers; Brad Fredriksen of Salem; Jay Randall and Liz Dewinkeller of Southwick, MA; Terri Randall of Danvers; Nicole Randall and Jason Gendron of Danvers. She also leaves behind her great granddaughter, Lilith Randall of Southwick, MA.

Donations can be made in Frances' memory to Northeast Animal Shelter 347 Highland Ave., Salem MA, or to the charity of your choice.

Her funeral services will be privately held at the convenience of her family. Arrangements by Murphy Funeral Home. For additional information or online guest book please call 978-744-0497 or visit www.MurphyFuneralHome.com.