Donald Francis

MARION – Dr. Donald M. Francis, age 52, died Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2007, at his home in Marion, from a lengthy illness that we do not understand.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. David and Virginia Duncan Francis.
Donald was a graduate of Marion Senior High School, received his B.A. degree at Wake Forest University and obtained his D.D.S. degree at the University of North Carolina. After returning to Marion, he followed in his father's footsteps in practicing dentistry for more than 20 years.
He is survived by his wife, Jeannie Hendon Francis of Marion; three sons, David E. Francis, Alexander G. Francis and Michael L. Francis, all of Marion; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert and Susan Francis of Marion and Jim and Sharon Francis of Salisbury, Md.; one aunt, Annie Edwards Francis of Marion; and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Saturday, Jan. 6, 2007, from 2 until 5 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marion Life Saving Crew, P.O. Box 784, Marion, VA 24354.
Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory is serving the Francis family.