Fran Jeffries Obituary (1937 - 2016) - Legacy Remembers

Fran Jeffries

1937 - 2016

BORN

1937

DIED

2016

Fran Jeffries Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 21, 2016.
Fran Jeffries, a nightclub singer with a silky voice and an actress who performed a provocative samba dance in 1963's "The Pink Panther," died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles, California, of multiple myeloma, according to multiple news sources. She was 79.

Jeffries sang "Shadows of Paris" in the film "A Shot in the Dark." She also had a minor role in "Sex and the Single Girl," the 1964 film that starred Tony Curtis. She also performed duets on television with the singers Tom Jones, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder.

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Her recordings include the 1960s single "Sex and the Single Girl," a cover of the John Lennon and Paul McCartney song "Yesterday," "Springtime (Can Really Hang You Up the Most)," "All the Love," and Ain't Misbehavin'." In 1966, she cut an album titled "This Is Fran Jeffries."

In addition to "The Pink Panther," Jeffries had parts in "The Buccaneer" (1958), "Sex and the Single Girl" (1964), "Harum Scarum" (1965), and "A Talent for Loving" (1969).

Frances Ann Makris Jeffries was born May 18, 1937, in San Jose, California. She married five times; each marriage ended in divorce.

Her daughter from her marriage to singer Dick Haymes, Stephanie Haymes-Roven, survives her, as do two granddaughters.

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May 23, 2024

Claudio de Simone

Di grande talento artistico, bravissima interprete canora, di una bellezza di tipo mediterraneo fuori del comune. Mi associo con mesto rimpianto e sentitissimo cordoglio, a tutti coloro che nel mondo l'hanno ammirata e amata. Indelebile ricordo (omnia humana brevia et caduca sunt et infiniti temporis nullam partem occupantia - Seneca, Consolationes, 20,8)

August 12, 2022

Friend

RAYMOND ZBYLUT

MISS JEFFRIES, WORLD'S TREASURE, HAVING SEEN AND HEARD HER SING MEGLIO STASERA WHEN I WAS AGE 14 UNITED STATES NAVY, AND MERCHANT MARINE 35 YEARS, TO FIND A LADY AS BEAUTIFUL, AND WONDERFUL AS SHE. REST MISS JEFFRIES, GOD BLESS YOU. RAY Z, OMAHA, NE,

July 27, 2022

Other

Nicholas Mattia

Her brief cameo role in The Pink Panther as I am sure many feel will go down in history with her song & samba dance. She was a girl of extra ordinary talent with a great voice. I was 9 when I seen the Pink Panther. She will alway be remembered!!!!

June 1, 2022

Other

Cheryl Ann Monteiro (aka Vocalist Cheryl Morris)

Dear Fran, I just found this guest book tonight for you, so thought I would take just a moment to thank you for all the great years of entertainment and grace you brought to us all! I loved your singing ever since I was a youngster and what a beautiful lady you were! You were definitely a 'one of a kind' special talent, and losing you was a sore loss for us all, indeed. Praying wherever you are you are in bliss, and all is well. Sending love, gratitude and appreciation out to you, always and always. Bless and rest, beautiful lady. Cheryl

January 24, 2022

Patrick

Beautiful woman, underated talent and her performance in the Pink Pather, singing Meglio Strasera, is unforgettable. Never tire of watching it or her.

January 15, 2020

Military

Fab Martz

Loving you and missing you Frances Ann

January 5, 2020

Significant_other

Forever Yours

Big Eyes........... 3 years have passed by............. loving you and missing you. 4ever Urs.

April 19, 2019

Significant_other

Fab Mar

Loving you and Missing you Big Eyes! Thank you for giving me that smile at Petco this morning .

Posted by Fab Mar

May 18, 2018

Fabiola Martinez

Happy Earth Birthday con el Amor de siempre...... same girl...... same love ..... just different time & space

Happy Earth Birthday con el Amor de siempre...... same girl...... same love ..... just different time & space

December 17, 2017

365 ....... 366.....

365 ....... 366.....

December 17, 2017

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December 17, 2017

I'm glad Buddy Boy is with you ❤

I'm glad Buddy Boy is with you ❤

October 25, 2017

Fab

4ever...........

4ever...........

September 21, 2017

Elaine Alepr

My mother grew up with Fran in the San Francisco Bay Area, before Fran became a celebrity. We lost touch with her, but were very close to her mother and father, Aunt Esther and Uncle Steve. They were friends to my grandparents. I used to get Stephanie's hand me downs, and my Dad got some of Dick Hayme's shirts. My Mom was always proud of Fran and wished they could've kept in touch. Perhaps they are now reconnected in the next realm. Rest in Peace, dear Fran. May your memory be eternal!!! Love & Prayers to Stephanie!!! Elaine Carvao Alper, San Jose, CA

August 10, 2017

Melda Y

July 7, 2017

I love you because the ENTIRE UNIVERSE conspired to help me find you - and will be with you eternally - F.

June 27, 2017

Loving you and missing you everyday.

Fran with her granddaughter Hayley and our Bella - on Dec. 2014

Fran with her granddaughter Hayley and our Bella - on Dec. 2014

June 7, 2017

Significant_other

Bella Jeffries

Even basic shopping is not the same without you. Loving you & Missing you - Everyday. Bella & Fab

Even basic shopping is not the same without you. Loving you & Missing you - Everyday. Bella & Fab

June 7, 2017

Significant_other

Buddy Boy

With Buddy Boy in her  WEHO condo, circa 2014 - "Happy Days". Our Buddy Boy  departed July 2016

With Buddy Boy in her WEHO condo, circa 2014 - "Happy Days". Our Buddy Boy departed July 2016

June 7, 2017

Neighbor

Lisa Mionie

a neighbor

a neighbor

May 22, 2017

Friend

A wonderful, earthy, fun loving, animal lover and compassionate human being. We miss you

Natural Beauty at 76yrs. old

Natural Beauty at 76yrs. old

May 18, 2017

Friend

Happy Birthday Frances Ann - We miss your laughter, your deep beautiful eyes. You were a beautiful human being.

May 18, 2017

With her granddaughter Hayley Oakes

With her granddaughter Hayley Oakes

May 18, 2017

Friend

Ron Feuer

Fran was a very special woman and wonderful vocalist. I was her pianist, accompanist for many years and we became so in sync musically, we breathed together. When she performed on stage, Fran could keep an audience entranced with her singing and statuesque beauty. Through the years we also became close friends and Fran would keep me laughing with her outrageous comments. Needless to say, I am so thankful that our paths crossed in this lifetime.

May 17, 2017

Friend

J.

A gorgeous woman who lived a fascinating life filled with love. Perfect.

May 17, 2017

Happy Birthday Frances Ann!

Happy Birthday Frances Ann

Happy Birthday Frances Ann

May 17, 2017

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May 5, 2017

F M

Big Eyes....... Next week will be a very challenging one ..... Monday it'll be 5 months since you departed and thursday 18th I'll be celebrating your birthday, I'll have a killer Margarita (nothing like you used to prepare for us) You'll be here with me in Spirit and I'll rise my glass to you! Good memories of you are with me everyday, the void is immense but thinking that your wonderful energy is roaming free through eternity soothes my pain. Loving & missing you! until we meet again. F.

May 5, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

Celebrating her 75th birthday

Celebrating her 75th birthday

May 5, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

In West Hollywood circa 2000 with our babies Bo & Daniel

In West Hollywood circa 2000 with our babies Bo & Daniel

May 5, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

Early career

Early career

May 5, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

Celebrating Xmas & the end of 2013 - WEHO

Celebrating Xmas & the end of 2013 - WEHO

May 5, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

At Superman's screening - 2013

At Superman's screening - 2013

May 2, 2017

Adrian Jae

I am desperately sorry to read of Fran's passing .
She was just stunning and I adored her . My deepest condolences to the family .
RIP Fran x

March 23, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

circa 2012 at home in West Hollywood with Bella

circa 2012 at home in West Hollywood with Bella

March 23, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

circa 1972 with Bob Hope's last Christmas Tour in Asia

circa 1972 with Bob Hope's last Christmas Tour in Asia

March 23, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

circa 2009 in West Palm Beach, FL.

circa 2009 in West Palm Beach, FL.

March 23, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

Fran's Memorial Program

Fran's Memorial Program

March 23, 2017

Fabiola Martinez

Fran's Memorial Program

Fran's Memorial Program

January 27, 2017

Don Brokaw

I had such a crush on her after seeing her in the Pink panther. Very talented woman. Rip beautiful lady

January 27, 2017

Michael Earle

So sad to hear of Fran's passing. I enjoyed her work. Such a talented lady

January 9, 2017

Giselle Karkafi

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

January 6, 2017

GD

My sincere condolences are with the Jeffries family for your loss. May your treasured memories and the drawing close to God in prayer help comfort you in your time of sorrow. Jeremiah 29:12,13

January 4, 2017

GIOVANNI

Cara Fran, vado spesso a Cortina e tutte le volte non posso fare a meno di ricordarti mentre balli bella e felice. Un saluto dall'Italia e da Firenze cara Fran e grazie per il tuo elegante fascino. Giovanni

December 29, 2016

Steve Wade

Ms. Jeffries' song in "The Pink Panther" is one of my favorite incidental music scenes. She was simply stunning.

December 28, 2016

michelle plakas-kaiser

RIP

December 27, 2016

My deepest condolences for your loss May you find comfort in the God's word the Bible at 1 These.4:13-14

December 26, 2016

I remember Ms Jeffries' performance in many of the projects mentioned. She was a talented and energetic performer. My condolences to her daughter and grandchildren. May you find God's peace to comfort you. Php.4:6,7

December 25, 2016

Phillips

May the hearer of our prayers bring peace and comfort from above My prayers are with you during this time

December 24, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 24, 2016

I'm sorry for your loss and I hope that comfort finds you and your loved ones soon,Fran was a wonderful actress and singer, she will be truly missed.
Isaiah25:8

December 24, 2016

Kimberly Shields

I am saddened to hear of Fran's passing, I remember her from when I was a kid, such a beautiful woman. My heart goes out to Stephanie for her sadness with the loss of her mother...

December 23, 2016

Paula Denson

As a young child during the 60's, I remember France Jeffries as a wonderful and vibrant singer. She was full of life and comical. She was loved and appreciated by many. My condolences to the family and friends who will miss her.

December 23, 2016

Kimberly Johnson

To the Jeffries Family, My Condolences on the passing of your Dear Loved One. May the God of All Comfort (Psalms 83:18) be a Source of Comfort and Encouragement for your family at this grievous time.

December 23, 2016

Louise

"Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. Let your kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also on earth" (Matt. 6:9,10). We await that day when this prayer will be fulfilled and Fran will be united with his loving family again.

December 23, 2016

DH

Stephanie I am sorry for the loss of your
mom she was which a beautiful lady.
The words that Jesus spoke at John 6:44
can be a comfort to you and your family
at this most difficult time.

December 23, 2016

Lynn

My sincere condolences to the family.May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.

December 22, 2016

A Lee

December 22, 2016

Deborah Earle

Sorry to learn of her passing.

December 22, 2016

CAROL SCOTT

Sorry to hear about her death just watched her recently in SEX AND THE SINGLE GIRL ON TCM last month and liked her in HARCUM SCARUM as well she will be missed.
Condolences to her loved ones.

December 22, 2016

Grady Youngblood

Fran Jefferies is the Greatest Actress on Tv or Movies

December 22, 2016

Mark Challis

One of the best singers I have ever heard. The talent she had was amazing! My condolences to her family and friends.

December 22, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 22, 2016

Truly saddened to hear about Fran Jeffries. Her fine legacy will surely be remembered. May she forever live in our hearts and in God's book of life.

December 22, 2016

Stephanie, Family,

So sorry to learn of the loss of your dear mother. You're in our prayers. Her acting and her singing will be missed. May the God who gives peace be with you.-RO.15:33

December 22, 2016

Sheila S.

Thank you for sharing your beauty and talent. Rest in heavenly Peace.

December 21, 2016

Daphne Nelson

Enjoyed your work- hope to see some on TMC.
Prayers to the Family.

December 21, 2016

Harry Simpson

Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

December 21, 2016

Valenda Newell

December 21, 2016

Scott Chamberland

Rest in Peace

December 21, 2016

Adrian Barnette

We'll miss you !

December 21, 2016

Carolyn Murray

Sending my deepest condolences to your family at this sorrowful time of bereavement. I will forever treasure the memories of Ms. Jeffries roles in "Sex & the Single Girl" & "Harum Scarum", she was a wonderful dancer & singer. She will be missed but her spirit will always surround your lives. RIP

December 21, 2016

My condolences to Ms. Jeffries' family. May God provide comfort to you at this time.

December 21, 2016

Steve

Rest in Peace!

December 21, 2016

GAA

You were such a beautiful woman. It is too bad beautiful people don't live forever and ever. Rest in peace!!

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