We would like everyone to know that our mom, Frances Amaya, passed away on September 6, 2012, at 10:30 am, peacefully in her sleep. Her Rosary will be held at Morrison Funeral Chapel, 975 Vintage Avenue, St. Helena, on Thursday, September 13 at 6:00 pm. Funeral mass will be held at St. Helena Catholic Church at 11:00 am on Friday, September 14. Gravesite service will be immediately following at the Holy Cross Cemetery in St. Helena.
Frances is survived by her five children, Connie Sagadin; Frank Amaya Jr.; Pete Amaya; Mary Hegwood, and Carolyn Jess as well as 20 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren.
There will be a reception following the burial, place is to be determined. You can share your fond memories with the family at MorrisonFuneralChapel.com. In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Jude and/or Napa Valley Hospice.