William Joseph "Bill" Francis

William (Bill) Joseph Francis passed away peacefully at the Hospice Ted and Diane Brantley House on October 25, 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Gerri Mooney Francis; two sons, William Francis of Winter Park, Florida, and Robert Francis of Prosper, Texas; and one daughter, Elizabeth Francis of Leesburg, Florida. He was a devoted grandfather to Christian Francis of Winter Park, and Franco and Leila Francis of Prosper. He was also a loving father-in-law to Valerie Francis of Winter Park and Flora Francis of Prosper.

Bill is also survived by his brother- and sister-in-law, Rick and Gayle Mooney of Vero Beach, Florida, and Lynne Mooney of Meriden, Connecticut, as well as several nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.

Bill was born on January 1, 1939, in Liberty, New York, to the late William C. Francis and Frances Meyers Francis. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Francis, and his sister, Margaret Leroux.

After graduating from Windsor Locks High School, Bill joined the Air National Guard and later served in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he began a 37-year career with AT&T, during which he relocated his family several times and ultimately retired as a District Manager. He tried his hand in real estate before moving to Texas to join Compaq, which later merged with Hewlett-Packard. After three years, he retired once more and returned to Florida to be near family.

Bill was an avid runner and cyclist who completed numerous marathons and triathlons over the years. During his final two decades living in Del Webb Spruce Creek, he enjoyed reading, playing pickleball, riding his bike and RVing to all the national parks.

Above all, Bill was most proud of his family. He found his greatest joy in the lives his children built and in the accomplishments of his grandchildren, who were his deepest source of pride.

Arrangements entrusted with BALDWIN BROTHERS Funeral & Cremation Society-Spanish Springs, 352-430-1449. Sentiments are encouraged at www.baldwincremation.com.