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Harrison Francis Obituary
Born in May of 1941, he was the son of the late Russell P. and Ann (Shannon) Francis of Quaker Hill. He was a 1959 graduate of New London High School. After serving in the U.S. Army, he returned to the area, working at the New London Post Office until his retirement in 1999.
He is survived by Patricia Francis of Uncasville; his children, Robert Francis of Lisbon, Lynn Wilkinson of Gales Ferry; and his granddaughter, Erin Rose Wilkinson, also of Gales Ferry.
There will no calling hours. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery.
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Pat Winsor
January 14, 2013
Quiet, good kind man who loved his children. Heaven is blessed to have another musician.
Marsden Sanford Sr.
January 12, 2013
I worked with Harrison for 20 years, he was a dedicated, steadt, no nonsense worker. Rest In Peace, Brother In Arms
Marsden Sanford Sr.
January 12, 2013
I worked with Harrison for 20 years. He was a steady, dedicated, no nonsense worker. Rest In Peace, Brother In Arms.
Marsden Sanford Sr.
January 12, 2013
I worked with harrison for a good 20 years, he was a dedicated, steady, and no nonsense worker. Rest In Peace, Brother in Arms.
January 12, 2013
I was a high school classmate and remember Harrison as a friend. I'm sure he'll be missed by his family and friends. RIP, Ron Demers
January 11, 2013
I played with Harrison in the new London high school band he was a great sax player sorry for his loss . Barb Daboll
January 11, 2013
I was in the band with Harrison at new London high school .. He was great guy I will miss him.
Barb Daboll
John Longo
January 10, 2013
If you looked up "work ethic" in the dictionary, you'd see Harry's picture. Underappreciated, intelligent man. I think alot of us who worked with him were grateful for his conversation. A truly unforgettable person. Will catch up with you at the city rack. R.I.P.
bobby perkins
January 10, 2013
worked with harrison 17 yrs loved kids talked about them very much great worker rest in peace
bob perkins
January 10, 2013
i worked with harrison 17 yrs great guy always told me he loved his kids always proud of his kids great worker
lee faustino
January 10, 2013
...I had worked with you Harry and taught me to be proficient on city distribution., Rest in peace, God Bless..Lee Faustino
Jim & Barbara Pollard
January 10, 2013
Sorry of his passing
Miguel Calderon
January 9, 2013
I knew Harrison for many years as a co-worker at the New London Post Office. He was a talented individual and a good man.
Heather Gwynn
January 9, 2013
Pat, Lynn & Rob, I am very sorry for your loss. Lotsa love to you all.
Cris Cruz
January 9, 2013
I worked with Harry-O for about 7 years at the PO. Good man. Rest in peace brother.
Joann Martin
January 9, 2013
Pat, Rob, Lynn and families...
I am so sorry for your loss. May God's peace find its way to your hearts at this difficult time.....
Greg Wilkinson
January 9, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
January 9, 2013
I'm sorry for your family's loss. Thank you for your service. May your soul rest in peace.
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