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David FRANCIS Obituary
FRANCIS, David Ernest
The son of Ernest and Ellen Francis, David passed away on November 4. He was born September 25, 1932 in San Fran- cisco, CA but moved to Sacramento when he was 8 years old. After graduating from McClatchy High he attended UC Berkeley for 4 years, then joined the army and was stationed in Germany. After his military service he moved to San Francisco and worked in the credit department at Standard Oil before going to San Francisco State to get his teaching degree. He taught in the Novato, CA School District from 1968-1986. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jo; 2 sons, Richard and Douglas; sister, Jean Lewis; 5 grandchildren and 4 nieces. A celebration of his life will be held Sat., Nov. 17 from 2-4pm in the Whitney Room at the Springfield Clubhouse, 2801 Springfield Drive, Rocklin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David's memory to the Parkinson's Research Foundation, or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jerry and Ann Blalock
November 20, 2012
Mary Jo, Family and Friends,
Thank you for the remembrance for Dave, a dear friend and fraternity brother. As my friend, and fellow fraternity brother, Jim Griffin recalled, everything said about Dave was so true.
His friendly face and positive attitude will be missed by so many.
November 12, 2012
The loss of David is felt by all his Fraternity brothers in Tau Kappa Epsilon at Cal, Berkeley. He will be greatly missed by all of us. To Mary Jo and his family, our condolences.
November 11, 2012
Francis Family, Sorry to about the loss of your dear loved one. You're in our prayers.May the God who gives peace be with all of you.-RO.15:33
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