Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Frances Ryan Obituary
Frances E. Ryan, 69, of Albany passed away at The Grand Nursing and Rehabilitation surrounded by her loving family on Thursday July 10, 2025. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Sniffen.
She was employed in medical transportation for the Altamont Ave. Taxi Company.
Frances touched a lot of lives thru the years. She loved spending time with family, having gatherings with loved ones and making everyone laugh to no end. Frances was also passionate about attending garage sales.
She is survived by her daughters Jaclyn Batcher (Thomas) and Nicole Benedict. Frances also leaves behind her grandchildren Johnathan Caldwell, Ashlyn Ryan, Janiya Benedict, Jayden Benedict, Lisa Duncan, Colton Batcher and Bradley Batcher as well as her close friend who was like a daughter Brittany Sims (Paul) and their family.
A Celebration of Frances life will be Tuesday July 22nd at 4PM at the Bond Funeral Home 1614 Guilderland Avenue Schenectady. A visitation will precede the service from 3-4PM.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
People and places connected with Frances
Memories and Condolences
for Frances Ryan
Tell your own story about Frances
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in Frances Ryan's name
How to support Frances's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Frances Ryan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
