Frances McLean Staton, 98, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Born April 11, 1928, in Montgomery County, she was the daughter of the late Charles Frances “Frank” McLean and Thelma Chandler McLean. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Perry Staton. Although they had no children of their own, family meant everything to her. She was a devoted sister, sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and cherished member of her extended family, whose lives she touched with unwavering love. She remained remarkably active, independent and in good health into her 98th year.
Those who knew her, will remember her for her hardworking nature, devotion to her family and friends, unexpected sense of humor and her deep Christian faith. She was a member of Gateway Christian Church.
Survivors include her sister-in-law, Mina McLean who oversaw her wishes to remain in her own home throughout her life; and multiple extended family.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Louis “Buster” McLean (Betty), Charles McLean, Darvin McLean, Carolyn Omohundro (Jack) and Lula Chandler (Richard); and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to special caregivers, Eunice Martin, Tammy Martin, Kelly Donathan and Henrietta Fletcher, for their compassionate care and support which allowed her to remain in her home.
Service will be conducted at noon, Wednesday, July 29, at Herald and Stewart Home for Funerals with Pastors Bill Kilgore and Glenn Emory officiating. Visitation is 10:30 a.m.-12 noon, Wednesday. Burial will be in Macpelah Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Mike McLean, Terry Omohundro, John McLean, Mark Hughes, Charlie Hughes, Joe Oldfield, Eddie Vinson, Bryce Vinson and Nathan Roush.
Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Omohundro, Ricky Omohundro, Brandon Omohundro, Wes Omohundro, Kevin Roberts, Matthew McLean and Will Scott McLean.
Services entrusted to the care of Herald and Stewart Home for Funerals.
