03/22/2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frances Janczak Sebesta, age 91, who departed this life on March 18, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 17, 1934, in Cochran, Texas, Frances was the beloved daughter of Talbert and Hattie Janczak. She graduated from Nursing School and devoted her career to caring for others at Bellville General Hospital, later serving as a private duty nurse until the young age of 88. Frances was always involved in her community, from participating in the PTA during her children’s school years to leading the Altar Society later in life. She was known as a loyal friend, a compassionate nurse, and above all, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Frances touched countless lives with her kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit. Frances is survived by her son, Bobby Sebesta (Connie); granddaughter, Jennifer Sebesta-Manen (Travis); great-grandchildren, Larry McKay III (Josy), Joshua McKay, Chloe Peyton; great-great-grandson to be born soon, Laramie; and step-grandchildren, Jackie Etheredge (Jim) and Keith Graham. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfones; sons, Johnny and Daniel; parents, Talbert and Hattie; and sisters, JoAnn Tomczak and Lucy Kopech.
Visitation will be held at McWilliams Funeral Home in Hempstead, Texas, on Thursday, March 26th, from 5:00–7:00 pm, followed by a Rosary at 7:00 pm. Funeral services will take place at St. Katharine Drexel on Friday, March 27th, at 10:00 am, with graveside services to follow. Family and friends are invited to a lunch provided by the family after the service to share memories and celebrate Frances’s life. Frances will be deeply missed but forever remembered in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
