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Arlene Francis Obituary
Arlene Francis, 76, of Davis, passed away after a long illness on Nov. 3, at Sutter Hospital in Davis.
Mrs. Francis was born in Santa Cruz on April 19, 1934.
Arlene is survived by her husband of 34 years, Donald Francis; five children, Cheri Smith, Billy Mankin, Chris Mankin, Mike Idleman and Lisa Dunkak; and four stepchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A private family graveside service will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 9:30 a.m. at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.
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Doug DeSart
November 28, 2010
Dear Don and Family,
Our group, Fremont High School Class of 1953 send you our deepest sympathies over the loss of Arlene who was our classmate.
November 20, 2010
Sorry to read about Arlene.Deepest condolences.
Arthur Kallagis
November 20, 2010
So sorry for your lost.
Janet Hess
Eunita Robinson
November 19, 2010
Eunita Robinson,I'm so sorry for your loss of your mother and your wife Don. Please contact us. Lisa I would love to see you.Arlene was a good friend and help me with the kids.I miss her.
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