Elaine Francis Obituary
Elaine Francis, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter passed away July 19, 2024, at home surrounded by loved ones.
Elaine was born in La Grande, Oregon to J.L. Garrison and Mae Schmaling. She has a large family and is one of 10 siblings.
Elaine married Steve Francis on May 5, 2000, in Star Valley, Wyoming. They worked hard together so that they could play hard in their favorite place, the Caribbean.
Elaine is survived by her husband, Steve Francis, two daughters, Alyssa Johanson and Erika Johanson, five grandchildren, Jayda Abel, Carson Abel, Jordyn Abel, Taycie Wilcox, and Holden Worthington, her mother and seven brothers and sister, and many nieces and nephews.
Elaine is preceded in death by her father and two brothers.
A farewell will be held 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Allen Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center Street, Logan, Utah followed by graveside services at South Morgan Cemetery at approximately 12:30 p.m. 335 South State Street, Morgan, Utah.
Memories and condolences may be shared and expressed at www.allenmortuaries.com.
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