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1958
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2011
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Brian French Obituary
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Brian Vance French, 53, of 89 North Ridge Drive, died Friday, June 24, 2011 at his residence. He was the beloved husband to Patricia (Mohn) French for 19 years.
Born in Peoria, IL, on February 12, 1958, he was the son of Jack and Betty French.
Mr. French was an iron worker.
Surviving, in addition to his wife and parents, are children, Rachel French, Jason French, Alicia French, Robert Warden and James French; grandchildren, Salem, Hannah and Gabriel French; siblings, Leslie Hopkins, Jay French and Diane Kovach; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Elijah French.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 29, 2011 from 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown with the funeral service following at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel.
The family will be at the residence.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Uncle Phillip & Aunt Carroll Cunningham
July 3, 2011
Hope knowing that you're thought of in a kind and loving way will help to ease your sorrow and bring you peace today.
Kara Hanson
June 30, 2011
Although it has been many years since I have seen the family I am so sorry to hear the news. Keeping the French family in my thoughts and prayers.
jim trenholm
June 30, 2011
patti and family so sorry to hear of brians passing he will be missed greatly you are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Michele Hauser
June 29, 2011
Patti--I am so sorry ...Please know I am thinking of you and your family and praying for you all..Love ya
Vanette VanBebber
June 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my payers
Laura Acree
June 29, 2011
Dear Patti and French family,
I was deeply saddened by the death of Brian. This must be very difficult for you. You are in my thoughts and my prayers. Brian was such a kind person, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Brian has passed on to a better place now. You can take comfort and strength from the wonderful family you and he had together. I know their love will get you through this sad time.
May God bless you and your family during this time and always.
Sharon Hart
June 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, your family is in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time! Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to help. Sharon Hart (Travelers Rest,SC)
Crystal Vaughn
June 28, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Will keep all you guys in our prayers and please know I am here if you need anything at all.
teresa oswald
June 28, 2011
I am so sorry for your family's loss. I know that he will be greatly missed. You will be in my prayers!!
HENRY GOOD
June 28, 2011
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS.
Robert Piazza
June 28, 2011
May the love and spirit you've given to your children, and shared with your family, live forever in their hearts. Rest in peace.
Rachel French
June 28, 2011
Daddy. I love you so so so much. I wish you were still here with us and I hope you know how much you were loved. P.S. I won't let ANYONE move your salt shaker!!
sharon
June 28, 2011
I am so sorry. Plz know the family is in my prayers
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