La Frances V. Hestle-Argrett, 80, of Orlando, departed this life peacefully at home, surrounded by love, on May 8, 2026. Born December 11, 1945, she was the beloved daughter of the late Bishop Roosevelt Hestle Sr. and Ella B. McDougal-Hestle.
La Frances was a proud graduate of Florida A&M University, Class of 1968, where she majored in pharmacology. She dedicated more than 30 years as a licensed registered pharmacist with CVS before becoming a mortician and owner of Toston LaFran’s Funeral Home in Jacksonville.
She was also a member of the Eastern Star and the Florida Morticians Association. Known for her faith, compassion, elegance, and mentorship, she touched countless lives.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Colonel Roosevelt Hestle Jr., and sisters Regina Hestle-Graham and Dorothy Hestle-Oldom. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, LaRoya Hestle; grandchildren T’Kyra, Tracy, and Zhane; siblings; nieces; nephews; and many relatives and friends.
Viewing and funeral services will be held June 5, 2026, at Hickory Avenue Church of God, 503 Hickory Avenue, Sanford, Florida 32771. Viewing: 10 to 11:45 a.m.; funeral service: 12 noon.
p.m. Professional services entrusted to Charles A. Lewis Funeral Home, with Betty L. Brown, L.F.D., in charge. Floral arrangements may be sent directly to the church.
