MINNS, Frances Patricia – passed away after a courageous, ongoing battle with Alzheimer’s, at the John Noble Home on Saturday, July 13th, 2019, in her 91st year. Cherished mother of Shari (Raymond) Tessaro, Ralph (Marlene) Minns, Sue (Richie) Lichota, Theresa (Dan) Lichota and Lori (Willie) Couillard. Loving “Grandma” and “Nannie” of many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Frances is now reunited with her late grandson, Andrew Dow. Family and friends will be received at the TOLL FUNERAL HOME, 55 Charing Cross Street, Brantford on Wednesday, July 17th from 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday, July 18th from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. with a funeral service to follow in the chapel. Interment held at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation in Frances’ memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.