Name: Service for Christopher M. Francis
Start: 2020-02-05T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Andrews Mortuary and Crematory - Market Street Chapel - Wilmington

CHRISTOPHER M. FRANCIS Christopher "Chris" Francis passed away at New Hanover Regional Medical Center on January 29, 2020 after a brief illness. Chris was born on August 6, 1974, son of Susan Brandt Quinn of Wilmington, NC and the late Thomas Michael Francis of Fayetteville, NC. In addition to his father, Chris was preceded in death by his two beloved grandmothers, Dilla Darby Brandt and Calliroy Coutouzis Maulden. Chris loved the ocean, particularly Carolina Beach, where he served as a Lifeguard for 8 years. He was on the Waves of Wilmington Swim Team through middle schools and at New Hanover High School. Chris was a devout Christian and loved being read to from the Bible by anyone who visited him. In addition to his mother, Susan Quinn, he is survived by his uncle, Robert O. Brandt and his aunt, Millie Brandt of Wilmington NC, his aunts, Mary Morgan of North Carolina and Claudette Greene of Pennsylvania and Charlotte M. Pearson of Tennessee. He is also survived by cousins, Kimberly Reid of South Africa, Lawrence and Martina Greene of Florida, Bryan Greene of Pennsylvania, and Callie and Grey Morgan of Fayetteville, NC. A service, celebrating his life, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 5, 2020, at Andrews Mortuary, 1617 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401. Guests are invited to join us at Ashton Place Club House, 233 Racine Drive, to continue celebrating his life following the service. Share online condolences at www.andrewsmortuary.com

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Published by Wilmington Star-News on Feb. 2, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Francis

Sponsored by Andrews Mortuary and Crematory - Market Street Chapel - Wilmington.

17 Entries

Colin

June 19, 2022

Had quite a few fun times with Chris, just recently was informed of his passing. I'm sorry I didn't have a chance to say goodbye. See you on the other side my friend.

Barbara Lupton

February 19, 2020

We are sorry to hear the news about Chris. He will be missed. He was fortunate to have you as a mother who loved him and cared deeply for him. His life was better because you were there for him. He will be forever in your heart. Barbara and Fred Lupton

Wendy Cook

February 9, 2020

Susan, I'm truly sorry to learn of your loss. I knew Chris because he was a good friend of my son, Shawn O'Donnell. I remember him as a sweet guy, with a lovely smile, and always polite. Throughout the years, Shawn and I have admired you for the steadfast love and devotion you gave your son. Our deep sympathy to you and we will remember you in our prayers. Sincerely, Wendy Cook

Lucy O'Neill

February 6, 2020

Susan, I am so sorry to hear about Chris. Know your heart is breaking. Sending hugs and prayers.

Roxanna Ellis

February 5, 2020

Susan I'm so sorry to hear about Chris. I remember him as such a sweet boy. He was always a pleasure to be around when he stayed with us. My heart just breaks for you.

Matt Nance

February 5, 2020

Chris was my best friend, seems like a lifetime ago. We lost touch after he moved to Wilmington, and I've always regretted it. Chris was special, and even after all these years, learning of his loss has stopped me in my tracks. He will be missed.

Amanda Nance

February 5, 2020

Amanda Nance

February 5, 2020

Our family hadn't seen Chris since he & my brother were little boys. They lost touch, but we've thought of him frequently & fondly. We're deeply saddened & all who loved him will be in our prayers.

Melva Wyche

February 3, 2020

Susan my heart breaks for you as you go through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debra Granger

February 3, 2020

Susan - I am so very sorry to hear about Chris - I can remember Chris and my Chris playing together at Cypress Grove - my heart goes out to you. Words cannot express my shock and sadness to hear this news. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Little Chris riding my old horse in the backyard.

Mary Lyn Morgan

February 2, 2020

This was taken after Chriss baptism in front of Sts Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Fayetteville.

Mary Lyn Morgan

February 2, 2020

Mary Lyn Morgan

February 2, 2020

I found my old photo album of Chris I put together when I was only eleven years old! I got to learn how to change diapers quite well at that age!

D. RENDAL AKA RENDY RETHERFORD

February 2, 2020

ONE OF MY MOST FAVORITE PEOPLE ON PLANET EARTH.....I FIRST MET CHRIS BACK IN 1979 HIS GRANDMA DILLA CONTACTED ME TO PICK UP CHRIS FOR CHURCH......I AGREED AND CHRIS WAS PUNCTUAL WITH KNEE SOCKS PULLED HIGH (5 YRS OF AGE) !! HE WON MY HEART IMMEDIATELY AND KINDLED A DESIRE TO HAVE A SON.
NO SIR ! I HAVE SINCE THEN NEVER MET ANY PERSON THAT MATCHED THE PERFECT LITTLE MAN CHRISTOPHER FRANCIAS WAS.
WHEN CHRIS ATTENDED CHURCH HE OPTED FOR THE FRONT ROW......NEVER DID HE REMOVE HIS FOCUS FROM THE PASTOR AS HE SPOKE ON THE KINGDOM OF GOD.
THE LUCKY ONES WHO KNEW CHRIS WILL NEVER FORGET HIM BECAUSE HE WAS SO EASY TO LOVE.

Clif Camlin

February 2, 2020

With my deepest sympathy and love and prayers