
FRANCIS – Eugene “Geno” M., 48, of Yarmouth, formerly of Milton, Queens County, was lost at sea on December 15, 2020 when the vessel he was on, the Chief William Saulis, sank off of DeLap’s Cove, Digby County. His body has not been recovered.
Born in Milton, Geno was the son of Michael and Karen (Mooers) Francis of Milton.
Geno fished scallops and lobster over the years for Acadia Band in Yarmouth. At the time of his death, he was employed with Yarmouth Sea Products, Bayview Marine Limited.
Geno always loved fishing in the spring, summer and fall for trout and eels. He also enjoyed playing his electric guitar, singing karaoke and having a drink with his friends.
Besides his parents, Geno is survived by his son Michael E. of Milton as well as his grandmother Shirley Demone and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins.
A private family memorial service will be held Friday, February 5, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Father Gregory Aygeman officiating. Public is invited to participate by viewing the service livestream at www.chandlersfuneral.com. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
To watch a recording of Geno’s service, please click on the following link
Offer Condolence for the family of Francis; Eugene “Geno” Michael

Helen & David Fox
So sorry that your family has to go through this terrible ordeal. Eugene’s life was taken way too young, condolences to all the family.
Richard croft & Tammy Lannan
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Gene was a really good guy. We didn’t see him much but when we did he always stopped to talk.
We had a chat with him back in September, but we never thought it would be our last.
May you rest in peace our friend til we meet again. ❤️❤️
Irving Whynot
Sorry for your loss .RIP.
Angie Mooers
I’m so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my thoughts.
Doris Grant-Ethier
Karen and Mike I’m so sorry for your loss sending lots of prayers and hugs your way
Anne Marie
So sorry for your loss,Condolences to the Families.Rest easy Geno
Gordon Eisnor
Mike and Karen:I did not know ,until now,that Geno was your son who was lost on the Chief William Saulis.My sincere condolences to you and his son Michael.
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
Mike and Karen there are no words I can say that will ease your pain. Our deepest condolences for your loss.my son chris knew him quite well from school.Bless you all at this terribly sad time.
Dennis & Sherri Harrington
So very sorry for your loss, take care☹️
Cathy and Randy Conrad and Family
Sorry for your Loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie
My heart has broken into a million pieces. The worst possible news that could ever be receive. My hearts breaks for our son. His sadness. My hearts breaks for your parents and the rest of the family. You are a truely genuine and caring person. You have the biggest heart. Always giving of yourself to others. You will always be apart of our family. You will never ever be forgotten and will always be missed.
Love always ~ Julie, Michael, Jerry, Austin, Gary & Debra xoxoxo
Mark Allison & family
So sorry to hear about this. Thinking of Mike and family
Cathy Lavender-Acker
Karen I am so sorry to hear of your loss; it truly pains my heart to think of what you must be going through..Sending hugs and love,
Cathy Lavender
Xxoo
Michelle Francis
Cousin jean is gonna be dearly missed by us all so sorry for your loss ❤️
Danny&Diana Hirtle
Our condolences go out to all of Jeans family & friends .thinking of you all during this time .
Larry and Sheila lowe
So sorry for your loss
Stephen and Marilyn Anthony
Sorry for your loss
Sandra
So sorry for your loss hugs
Judi & Ken Minard
Karen and Mike
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April Whynot
Michael and the Francis family,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Can’t imagine what your going through but know that your memories of your dad will help you through the rough times.
Jordan and Bella Oickle
So Sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Willis & Corina Huphman
So sorry for your loss….May he R.I.P.
Joanna parker
I will never forget you gino you were a true friend….until we meet again
Crystal Haley
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Valerie Rhyno
To Mike and Karen.
I am so sorry for the heartache you must endure from losing your treasured son. I am thinking of you both .
Connie& Danny Mooers
Dear Karen, Mike & Grandson.: With sincere sympathy to you and your family. Caring thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. May the happiness you all shared be warmly remembered and may those memories help to ease the pain of your loss. With Deepest Sympathy. God Bless.
Michelle nickerson-forbes
Rip geno. You will be missed from the family of Daniel Forbes. Our hearts grieve with yours.
Lori Cogswell Phillips
So sorry for your lost. Sadly I can say I know how you feel my condolences
Judy(White) Hyson
I am so sorry to hear of Eugene’s passing! My sincere condolences to his family! May he RIP!
Belinda Wentzell Delong
Karen and Mike,so very sorry for your loss.Hugs to you both.
Peggyand Richard Hatt
Dear Karen and Mike .Richard and I would like to express out deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear son .,Sincerely Peggy and Richard and family
Julie
Mike and Karen and Michael. No words to describe how sorry I am for you and the family at this time. Xoxoxo
Susan M MacLeod
I am so sorry about this tragic accident that took Geno’s life. I cannot imagine how his family deals with this. May he rest in peace with the Sea.
My sincere condolences,
Susan MacLeod
Gary Davis
Marion and me send our condolences.
Wayne and Pam Westhaver
To the family, So sorry for your loss.
Alison &Ginny Hurlburt
We are sending our deepest sympathy and prayers, know that others are sending strength. Keep the love flow to ease the pain, May our God spread His wings to comfort Your family!
David and Bonnie Hatt
So sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Darren Whynot & Lisa Tarr
to all the family we are sorry for your loss R.I.P Eugene
Kathy & Barry Van Norden
Karen , Mike , Michael , Thinking of you all in this most heart breaking time . Sending our sincere condolences .
Danny Huskins
To all of Eugene’s family.
I’ll always remember Eugene,he’ll be playing his iron maiden and metallica in heaven.R.I.P Eugene..
Anne Marie Hudson
Mike, Karen and Michael,
So deeply sorry for your loss. Eugene and I knew each other since kindergarten. Boys, he liked to pick and have fun. He was a good guy. It’s so unfair for a life to be taken at such a young age. Cherish all your wonderful memories of him. My heart goes out to you all. ❤️
Susan Linda Levy
Karen and Mike and family and friends, so very sorry for your loss
Anne and Darrell Conrad
Mike and Karen
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you!!
Anne and Darrell Conrad
Merv and Bernadette Hartlen
Karen and Mike, So saddened to hear of the loss of your son. our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
Doug Winters
Our deepest condolences to all of Geno’s family.
Sincerely,
Doug and Dot Winters
Murray and Donna Rolfe
Our condolence to Mike and Karen at this very Tragic time.
valerie and gary joudrey.
TO MIKE AND KAREN AND THE REST OF THE FRANCIS FAMILY. ME AND MY WIFE VALERIE WOULD ARE SENDING OUR COBDOLENCES IN THE PASSING OF YOUR SON MIKE GENO. OUR prays are with you. keep the memories close to your heart.
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
To all the Family. We are saddened by your loss. Gone to soon. Our condolences to all the Family. Treasure your memories.
Judy Parnell
Mike, Karen and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take care of each other and treasure your memories.
Peggyand Richard Hatt
Dear Mike and Karen .I can’t imagine the pain you are going through ,but know that others are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers .Please accept Richard’s and my deepest sympathies ..Sincerely Peggy and Richard
Frank and Jane Croft
Mike, Karen and his families. I cant imagine the pain you must be going through…My thoughts and prayers are with you all…Gone to soon…Remember the memories..God Bless❤Frank and Jane
Sheila cunningham brannen
Karen and Mike
Sending my deepest condolences.
Susan d’Entremont
My sympathies to your family, I had the pleasure of meeting Gene a few years back and he fished with my friends… your loss is felt with heavy hearts
Cindy&Theodore Hanley
To Karen, Mike and Michael
We are so sorry on the loss of your son gene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Ed and Evie Fisher
To the family Sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you all.