Francine Mary Holmes

Francine Mary Holmes, 68, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on June 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 21, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois. After graduating from Maine North High School—an iconic filming location for The Breakfast Club and scenes from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off—Francine embarked on a fulfilling career as an office administrator. She contributed her skills to organizations such as ADM (Archer Daniels Midland), Pamper’d Palate, and Little Blessings Preschool/LifeMission Church.

In 1990, she married the love of her life, Eric Holmes, and together they welcomed their only child, Holly Renee. Francine and Eric enjoyed nearly 36 beautiful years of marriage, creating a home filled with love and joy. A devoted follower of Jesus, Francine was a cherished member of LifeMission Church, where she eagerly participated in women’s Bible studies and dedicated her time to serving God’s people, leaving a lasting impact with her unwavering faith and vibrant spirit.

As a true “girly girl,” Francine reveled in jewelry, perfume, and pampering herself with manicures. She was a social butterfly who thrived on connecting with friends, whether at restaurants and theaters or by hosting memorable game nights. Some of her happiest moments were spent at home, streaming movies or enjoying weekends filled with football alongside her husband and daughter, who were her greatest loves.

Francine’s exceptional cooking and warm hospitality were hallmarks of her character. She had a unique gift for making everyone feel welcome and included, creating an environment filled with love and laughter. Her legacy of joy, compassion, and faith will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew her.

Francine is survived by her husband, Eric; her daughter, Holly; and her cherished puppies, Tucker and Oakley. She is also survived by her mother, Marietta Onofrio; her three sisters, Mary Kaitschuck, Charlene Clements, and Teresa Johnson; her mother-in-law; three brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; 11 nieces and nephews; and 18 great-nieces and great-nephews.

Francine was preceded in death by a child lost through miscarriage, as well as her grandparents, Charles and Francis Pistorio, among many other cherished family members.

A memorial celebration of Francine’s life will be held on Saturday, July 11, at 10 AM at City Center Church, 17500 W 87th St, Lenexa, KS 66219. Please use entrance number 1, not entrance number 5. In place of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to LifeMission Church in her honor.