Frances Adeline Ford Poling Booth

Frances Adeline Ford Poling Booth February 11, 1939 – February 25, 2025

Frances Adeline Ford Poling Booth, of Crystal River, Florida, formerly of Bloomfield Hills and White Lake, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, at the age of 86. Though she always insisted she was 39, her youthful spirit and love for life made it easy to believe. She was the beloved wife of the late David Booth and the late C. Richard Poling. She was also preceded in death by loving parents, Jay and Isabella Ford, and her cherished daughter, Pamela Ledgley (James).

Frances was a devoted mother to Kimberly Fuhs (Carl), Pamela Ledgley (James), Cynthia Nicolay (Kevin), and Richard Poling (Sherri).  She was a proud grandma to Jay Fuhs (Erin), Jennifer Johnston (Andrew), Jeffrey Fuhs, Hannah Ledgley, Hailey Ledgley, Benjamin Nicolay (Christina), Bridgette Tenney (Gary), Richard Nicolay, & Kyle Poling, step grandchildren, Alexander Brown (Rebecca), Matthew Brown.  She adored her great grandchildren:  Jay, Jacob, Chase , Luke, & Nolan Fuhs; James & Adeline Johnston: Liam Ledgley; & Frances & Jacqueline Tenney.  Her family was the heart of her world, and she treasured every moment spent with them.

Born on a cold, snowy night on February 11, 1939, Pontiac, Michigan, Frances grew up with a strong faith and generous heart.  She was a longtime member of St. William Catholic Church in Walled Lake, Michigan, and also attended St. Patrick Catholic Church in White Lake, Christ Church in Bloomfield Hills, and St. Scholastica Catholic Church in Lecanto, Florida. She was an active member of the rosary alter society and always found joy in helping others.

France had a passion for cooking, sewing, fishing, and golfing, but above all, she loved bringing people together.  Whether hosting lively party or sharing a quiet moment with loved ones, she made everyone feel special.  Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love will be deeply missed by all who know her.

She will be cremated, and her final resting places will be with C. Richard Poling at Mt. Hope Catholic Cemetery in Pontiac , Michigan, and at Christ Church in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, alongside David Booth and their beloved  dog, Cupcake.

A Funeral Mass will be held  on March 11, 2025 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 9986 Hutchins, White Lake, Michigan. Visitation will take place at 10:00 AM, followed by Mass at 11:00 AM.  A Luncheon will be held at the church immediately following the mass .

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly request that donations be made to the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to support their ongoing work in serving those affected by Parkison’s Disease, https://parkinsonsmi.org/ .

Frances lived a life filled with love, laughter, and faith.  Her legacy will live on in the hearts of her family and friends forever.  She will be greatly missed.