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Samuel Francis Obituary

Samuel J. "Sam" Francis Samuel J. "Sam" Francis, 45, a locksmith for AAA Lock Service, died Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2003. He is survived by his wife, Jilda T. Francis. The service will be at 2 p.m. EDT Sunday at Bevis Funeral Home (385-2193 orwww.bevisfuneral.com). Family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home. A native of Chicago, he had lived in Tallahassee since 1971. He attended Godby High School and served in the Navy. He was a member of the Godby High School Baseball Boosters and the Associated Locksmiths of America. Other survivors include his mother, Sophie Singletary of Tallahassee; his father, Russell J. Francis of Chicago; a son, Nicholas Francis of Tallahassee; and a brother, James Francis of Tallahassee.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Sep. 26, 2003.

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Kelly Rankin

September 30, 2003

My deep symapathy goes to you Jilda and your son. I was so deeply saddened to hear of Sam's passing. I vividly remember your mutual love, being such a fun couple to be with, and a guy who always had a smile on his face.

Aunt Mary and Grandma Trudie

September 29, 2003

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sam. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. May fond memories help you through this difficult time.

Bob & Margie Harris

September 28, 2003

We met Sam some years ago in Tallahassee and remember him as a hard-working, caring person. Our deepest sympathies go out to Jilda and Nick-Sam will be missed! Love, Bob & Margie Harris

John Harris

September 27, 2003

Although I was just slightly aquainted with Sam the one or two tmes we did visit with one another he was a very nice and a real fun guy to be around.I'm sure he will be greatly missed by his family.Of whom I wish the most sincere Sympathy and Love.My thoughts and Prayers are with Jilda and her son in this time of mourning. Love always John C Harris

Lisa Cramer

September 27, 2003

Sam was a great guy. I knew him through baseball with Nic and my brother. Everytime I was down he surely brought a smile to my face. He will be dearly missed. To Jill and Nic, You are both in my prayers and we will all be together again one day.

Jodie Mullens

September 26, 2003

Sam was a great friend and colleague, we had been associated through his profession as a locksmith. He was very dedicated to his work and family, his wonderful wife Jilda, and loving son, Nicholas who I later came to know. He will be truly missed.

Jodie Mullens

September 26, 2003

Sam was a great friend and colleague, we had beed associated through his profession as a locksmith. He was very dedicated to his work and his family, his wonderful wife Jilda and loving son, Nicholas who I later came to know. He will be truly missed!!!!

Debbie Harris

September 26, 2003

I have loved and known Sam for many years, he was a devoted father and loving husband. He always seemed to be able to bring a smile to your face with his quick wit. I will truly miss him!!!

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