Obituary of Gerald Francis

Gerald Francis, of Kirkton, passed away at South Huron Hospital in Exeter on September 6, 2017 at the age of 73.Predeceased by his wife Helen (1998). Father of Marty and wife Bobbie of Kirkton, and Andrea Francis-Shelton and husband Tony of Moorseville, North Carolina. Grandfather of Taylor (Kaitlyn), Aaron (Catrina) and Emi. Brother of Stan and wife Joan, and Joan and husband Don Cann. Beloved friend of Donna Gill and cherished by the Gill Kids: Kelli and husband Mike (Anna-Grace & Michael), Trevor and friend Jai, Chad, Shannon, and remembered by long-time caring buddy Mike Holland. Also will be missed by several nieces and nephews.Visitation at the Andrew L. Hodges Funeral Home, 47 Wellington St. St. Marys (519-284-2820) on Saturday, September 9, 2017 from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. A Graveside Service will be held at St. Marys Cemetery, 150 Cain St. St. Marys, on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017 at 11 a.m. Reception to follow at the St. Marys Legion, 66 Church St. N. St. Marys.Memorial donations may be made to Jessica's House Residential Hospice in Exeter.