Frances Elizabeth Lively, 98, of Noblesville, died Aug. 26, 2014 at her residence. Born Aug. 6, 1916 in Atlanta., Ind., she was the daughter of William and Bertha (Innis) Essig.
She was a 1934 graduate of Cicero High School, as well as a member of the Ball State University class of 1936. She arduously served the community for more than 60 years as a teacher, volunteer and proud citizen. She loved playing bridge, baking pies and providing pizza for many students after Noblesville football games. She was named Sagamore of the Wabash, designated as the NHS Fan of the Year, and cheered on the Millers, Chicago Cubs and Indiana University. When asked, she listed her greatest accomplishment as her 25-year teaching career, 16 of which were in Noblesville.
Survivors include her daughters, Beth Lively and Lynne Sylvester; and granddaughter, Jennifer Sylvester. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Robert E. Lively; and brothers, Meredith (India) Essig and Lowell (Thelma) Essig.
Funeral services were held Aug. 30 at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, 2051 Monument St., Noblesville, with the Rev. Jack Wolfe officiating. Burial followed at Cicero Cemetery in Cicero. Online condolences may be made at www.randallroberts.com.
