Marion Frances Armbruster

Marion Frances Armbruster, known to most as Fran, was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her, passed away on November 4, 2026, at the age of 83.

Born June 28, 1943, in Pittsburgh, PA. Fran was the youngest daughter of Charles and Bertha Pellatiro.

Above all else, Fran was a devoted mother. She raised two sons with equal parts tenderness, strength and love that never wavered. Fran's family remained the most important thing to her until her last breath. Fran worked and retired from AB Carter. She enjoyed bowling in the women's league and could often be found sewing in her spare time. Fran enjoyed cooking for her family. She adored her dogs Punky, Dixie and Lucy.

Fran is survived by her children Jeffery Armbruster of Gastonia, Todd Armbruster & wife Hannah and her granddaughter, Isabella of Sophia, NC.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Mary Kestranek, Judy Miller and brother Louis Pellatiro.

The family asks that you honor her memory by donating to The American Cancer Society.