Lula Frances Hammond (Barrett), 76, died at 5:09 a.m. Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the home of her sister-in-law, Cathy Greeling, in Godfrey, IL. Born November 29, 1946 in Kansas City, MO, she was the daughter of John and Louise (Martin) Hammond. She married Patrick Barrett on August 5, 1976, in Houston, TX. Ms. Hammond was a published author and with her husband, Patrick, established and developed a nationally recognized driver education and training business including materials, programs and services. She is survived by her husband, Patrick Barrett, by her two sons John Patrick Barrett (Courtney) of Katy, TX and Warren James Barrett (Christina) of Houston, TX, a daughter-in-law, Sarah Roberts Barrett of Houston, TX and four grandchildren, Margaret Barrett, Alexis Barrett, Patrick Barrett and Joseph Barrett, and two nieces, Sherelyn Coggins of Belton, MO, and Joyce Ann Couts of Belton, MO. She was preceded in death by her son, Michael Joseph Barrett and two sisters Doris (Hammond) Dick and Sue Ann (Hammond) Bledsoe.
Frances was a warm and caring person whose smile brought joy to others. She served as a den mother and scout leader for the Boy Scouts for twelve years. In her free time, she enjoyed playing games with her family and friends. She hardly went a day without reading a book and fantasy books were her favorite. She loved visiting the Renaissance festival with family. She went on many adventures with those in her life that loved her and now she is onto her next adventure.
Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2023 at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Godfrey, IL and a celebration of life at the Knights of Columbus (Godfrey, IL) immediately following the service. Lula was a country girl so please dress comfortably and casually. Gent Funeral Home in Alton is in charge of arrangements. Online guestbook and information may be found at www.gentfuneralhome.com