Organization Participation
Passions
Work History
Miscellaneous
Family Facts
100
Although Frances is not an active member, she did pledge which African American female sorority?
Grad Chapter...
100
Name two of Frances's favorite snacks?
Popcorn, gummy bears, blackberries, red licorice ... and others!
100
What company did Frances work at in her 20's/30's?
Pacific Northwest Bell - The phone company
100
Name of the love of her life and the place they were married at?
Luther J. Carr, Jr. and Frances Jean Ross were married (1958) in her older brother-in-law and sister's home Henrietta & James Burton, on 31st & Day St. in the Mt. Baker neighborhood. The home was built by the Burton's and still stands today.
100
2-Part Question:
1. How many siblings did Frances have?
2. How many grandchildren does Frances have?
6 Siblings: Henrietta, Ernest, Elmer "Buster", Charlie Mae
Velma, and Thelma (1/2 sisters)
4 Granddaughters: Jasmine, Amaria, Whitney, and Briana
200
Frances served 40 years in this African American female organization. She served faithfully and in many capacities, even as president? An organization photo currently aligns a space in the Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) with many of her sisters and friends. She is now in alumni status but continues to support her organization.
2-part Question: Name the organization and what are their colors?
Greater Seattle Chapter of The Links, Inc. (Chartered 1955)
Frances seated at bottom left of photo
200
Share a bit of wisdom that Frances has shared with you?
Multiple responses...
200
Frances was employed by an engineering firm in Bellevue, WA. What was the name of the firm?
Jones Associates.
Frances worked as a communications specialists after receiving her B.A. Degree from UW School of Communications (1975).
200
What does the acronym WAC stand for? Frances has two connections to organizations, what are they?
WAC - Washington Athletic Club where she and Luther became the first African American members.
WAC - Women's Army Corps
The Women's Army Corps was the women's branch of the United States Army. It was created as an auxiliary unit, the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps on 15 May 1942, and converted to an active duty status in the Army of the United States as the WAC on 1 July 1943.
200
What is the name of the church her family attended in Log Angeles
Grant AME Church
10465 So. Central
Los Angeles, CA 90002
300
What organization has a yearly Inspire Luncheon where Frances is a table captain?
YWCA Inspire Luncheon
Sept. 19, 2024 Keynote Speaker: Dr. Mae Jemison
300
Frances put her time and money into building young people. She was a leader for many years with an organizations that began as one for girls. Outdoor experiences, friendship and service were the backbone. Name this organization.
300
Part A: What state agency did Frances retired from at age 73?
Part B: What was her role?
Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS)
Director of Diversity Affairs for Washington State (2004-2009)
300
Who here today has known Frances the longest?
Niece: Deborah "Deb" Burton, daughter of eldest sister Henrietta Burton.
Frances was living with sister Henrietta when she moved to Seattle. Deborah would be Frances first niece.
2nd longest - Sister-in-Law Charlotte Ann Carr
300
Name the state and city/town Frances was born.
Born: Ingalls, Arkansas (Mt. Olive)
Frances lived in Arkansas until age 5. Then, with her mother and father and 5 children, they moved westward to sunny Southern California.
400
Frances is a renaissance woman with many organizational experiences.
Name this community leadership organization that educates, inspires, connects, and catalyzes leaders from across Puget Sound who collaborate for collective impact.
Frances is an alumni of Leadership Tomorrow (LT)
400
Name a book that Frances has read and discussed with you over the years. She is a veracious reader!
Multiple responses...
400
What was the name of Seattle's first woman ran savings and loan bank that Frances was one of 10 founding Board Member?
(1970's-80's).
SOUND SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION The tag line: "A Women's Place."
"The first female-directed savings and loan west of the Mississippi, was established in May 1977 by a group of Seattle businesswomen." Assets of $27.5 million.
https://archive.seattletimes.com/archive/?date=19910809&slug=1299034
400
What roles has Frances filled in her tenure at First AME Church since 1962-63?
Steward Board
Church School Leader
Chairperson for Women's Day
Bulletin Board (managed for 4 decades)
Responsible parent (LJ, Dana, and Brenda)!!!
Ambassador of God's love to the greater Seattle community for FAME
400
1. What is Frances' middle and maiden name?
2. What is her nickname?
Frances Jean Ross
Nickname: Sue
500
As a University of Washington alumni and stanch HUSKY supporter, Frances put her time and talent as member of what UW program supporting students of diverse backgrounds?
University of Washington (UW) Friends of the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
The Friends serve as an advisory pipeline between the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) and the community, and provide counsel to the vice president on resource development and diversity initiatives.
500
Her time and talent lead a 30-year plus education program at First AME Church. Name the program/mission and what was its purpose.
Education Enhancement Program:
Served youth with tutoring and enhancement in the form of two weekly 2-hour session (6-8pm). Student had caring adult support and snacks. Her motto was "Investing in Yourself."
500
Frances served as Executive Assistant to which former, beloved Seattle Mayor? Truly, a high profile career move for her.
Mayor Norman B. Rice (Served Seattle from 1990-1997)
500
Frances loves the arts and theatre. She served as board member and a season ticket holder for decades for which arts organization?
A Contemporary Theatre (ACT)
500
What are the ages of Frances's children?
Luther, III (LJ) - 53 (born 1971)
Dana - 63 (born 1961)
Brenda - 65 (born 1959)