Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Melanie Francis Obituary
82, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on December 11, 2025. She is survived by her daughter, Renee Francis Martindale; grandson, DeAuco Francis; sister, Georgene Price (Homer); and many beloved cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lennie (Sue) Hall; her husband of nearly 60 years, James Francis; and her son, Darryl Francis. A Homegoing Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 8, 2026, at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, 5301 Free Pike, Dayton, Ohio 45426. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Margaret's Episcopal Church.
HHRoberts.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Melanie Francis
Sponsored by H. H. Roberts Mortuary, Inc..
1 Entry
Anne Gaston Burns
January 7, 2026
I will always remember Melanie as devoted wife, mother, educator and faithful member of St. Margarets Episcopal Church. Her quiet poise and pleasant demeaner were a gift to all who knew her. My sympathies are with her family and may her memory be a blessing to all who loved her.
Anne Gaston Burns
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Melanie Francis's name
Memorial Events
for Melanie Francis
People and places connected with Melanie
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Melanie's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Melanie Francis's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
