In loving memory of Annette Fravel, who passed away on Monday March 16th, 2009. Annette was a wonderful caring wife, mother and grandmother, whose life work was to provide for her family. Annette was a pillar of strength and determination through her entire life, as she always worried about others before herself and gave of herself to others without any hesitation. Annette will be remembered by many for the impact she had on their lives and the amazing example she set for others, especially her children and grandchildren.

"Mom, we love you and will miss you and thank you for all you taught us about the value of hard work and selflessness and commitment to family."

"Grandma, we have always loved you and will always love you. You were the best grandma ever. We still haven't figured out how to live with out you, your sweet smell of perfume, your soft touch, your soothing words. Grandma, these are the memories that will help us carry on. We wish you would come back and would never leave, but know you will always be there in our hearts and minds. Goodbye for now, we love you and will see you in heaven."

Funeral services for Annette Fravel, 65, who passed away Monday, March 16, 2009 will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 20, 2009 at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola. Burial will follow in the I.O.O.F. Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 19 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. with family present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

She is survived by husband, Paul of Indianola; sons, Chris (Graciela Avila) Mason, Norwalk, IA, Mike (Jennifer) Mason, Luzerne, IA, Steve (Amber) Mason, Lowry City, MO and John (Tina) Fravel, Des Moines; brother, Glen W. Cooksey, Sr., Beacon, IA; 6 grandchildren Yareli Nina Avila, Phillip Mason, Christopher Mason, Mikayla Mason, Landon Mason, and Lucas Mason.