James Francis

FRANCIS James W. Francis passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2012 with his sister and niece by his side. He was born in Bridgeport, to the late Leslie P. Francis, Sr. and Rita E. Fici - Francis. James is survived by brother, Leslie P. Francis Jr, his loving sister Joan E. Francis, both of Bridgeport; goddaughter and niece, Serena Smith of Stratford, CT; aunt, Antoinette Fice of Haverhill, Massachusetts; cousin Jay Cutroni, and his wife Elaine, of Derry, New Hampshire, and a host of nieces and nephews. James is predeceased by his parents; a sister, Sheila A. Francis-Smith, and his faithful companion, Cocoa. James' extended family includes Frances and Clifton Andrade and their daughters Donna, Lora, Linda, and Peggie. The Francis family would like to extend a special thank you to all of Jimmy's friends at Lacey Manufacturing, where he worked for 20 years. We will all miss you and always love you. It's not that you weren't strong or that you didn't have what it takes to get through. But you built enough character already and I guess it was time for things to lighten up a little! I know it was not my call, but if I were in charge of life's wheel of fortune you'd get a free spin and I'd be right there, as always cheering you on! You were more than my brother- you were my twin, my right hand, my best friend. James, I'll love you forever. Joannie. The church service will take place at 3:00pm on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at Blessed Sacrament Church located at 275 Union Ave., Bridgeport, CT. A reception will follow at 4:00pm in the Church Hall. Burial will be private. The Adzima Funeral Home, 50 Paradise Green Place, Stratford, CT has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. To make an on-line condolence please visit them at www.adzimafuneralhome.com For more information or to make an online condolence please visit www.adzimafuneralhome.com