Passed peacefully away on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, age 88. Predeceased by her husband, Dr. Eric Pike in 1985, sisters Helen, Patricia, Mary and brother Jim. Frances (Fran) was born in East Islip, Long Island New York on April 18, 1927. While growing up she enjoyed going to the beach, shopping trips in the city and watching baseball. Fran attended St. John's University in Queens, New York graduating in 1956 with a degree in nursing. While working as a nurse in New York she met a Newfoundlander and future husband, Dr. Eric Pike who was attending Cornell Medical School. Fran and Eric married in New York and moved to St. John's in 1960 where they raised a large family. Fran was an avid bridge player, a voracious reader and a lifelong New York Yankees fan. She never missed a week doing the New York Times crossword puzzle. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Eric (Jennifer), Brian (Barbara), Jennifer (Charles), Gordon, and John; grandchildren: Nicholas, Katie, Benjamin, Michael and Samantha and a large circle of friends. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks and deep gratitude for all expressions of sympathy and acts of kindness shown during this difficult time, especially doctors, nurses and staff at St. Clare's. There will be no visitation or funeral service. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.barretts.ca.