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Francis; Gregory Christopher

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FRANCIS – Gregory C., 71, of Indian Gardens, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, December 16, 2019.
Born in Milton, Greg was a son of the late John and Elizabeth (Paul) Francis.
Greg was a fisherman with Kespuwick Resources Inc. with Acadia First Nation. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing as well as spending time with his family. He was an avid believer and supporter of his native Mi’kmaw culture and rights.
Greg is survived by the love of his life Norma “O’Reilly” Brown; the mother of his children Joan (Keith) Christmas of Membertou; his children Karina Matthews, Nicole Francis (Sean Ginnish), Claire (Bill) Meuse, Raylene (Jack) Sylliboy, Grace Francis, Candace Denny all of Membertou, Tarek Chekambo of Fort McMurray, AB., Christina Brown, Kara Brown, Victoria Brown (CJ), all of Edmonton, AB., Theresa Brown of Yarmouth. His god children Leon Paul, Vanessa Marshall, Jessica Christmas, all of Membertou, Grace Conrad of Milton. 24 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren His sisters Bernadette Graham of Bedford, Theresa (Burt) Starnio of Chateauguay, PQ., Grace Francis and Delores Rhyno, both of Wildcat Reserve, South Brookfield. His brothers John (Janice) of Milton, Daniel of Ponhook Reserve, Stuart (Bonnie) of Vernon, BC and Melbourne (Rachael Falls) of Greenville.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by 6 grandchildren in infancy, sister Mary Jane Francis and brother William.
Visitation will take place at the family home, 2534 Old Garden Road, Indian Gardens on Thursday, December 19, 2019 and Friday, December 20, 2019 until 4:00 p.m. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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  2. Todd Labrador

    We would like to offer our condolences to all Greg’s family and friends Greg was a strong man with a strong voice for our Mi’kmaq Nation and will be missed by all that knew him
    Um-sit-no-ka-ma

  3. Judith R. Maillett

    To the Francis family, Grace & Delores so sorry to see the passing of your brother. May you hold his memories close in your heart & when you are missing him you pull a memory out to reflect on. Take care.

  5. Marilyn

    Till we meet again my friend. I will think of you fondly and remember the good ole days. My memory of you will always be a man of truth and integrity. The laughs, the talks and the humour will be in my heart always. Yo Captain,

    Upp Numultes Nitap
    xo❤️

  6. Ginny

    Dear family , I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. But it is a strong reminder for us to be the best Mi’kmaq community . Greg lived his beliefs. We now need to step up, Creator made us all his relations.Mayyou all feel the presents of our love.

  7. Ginny(

    Dear family , I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. But it is a strong reminder for us to be the best Mi’kmaq community . Greg lived his beliefs. We now need to step up, Creator made us all his relations.Mayyou all feel the presents of our love.

  8. Chicken

    So sorry for your family’s loss my thoughts are with you Mel, Rachel and all others he was a great man

  10. Barry and Bonnie Francis

    RIP Greg. You will be missed by all you knew,

    And I will light a candle for you
    To shatter all the darkness and bless the time we knew
    Like a beacon in the night
    The flame will burn bright and guide us on our way
    Oh today I light a candle for you…

  11. Ashley McKinnon

    To Greg and family

    So sorry for the shock of Greg’s passing,out Hibernia we was his pride and joy all of us mckinnons were family,we still are in our heart,we are going to miss seeing his wonderful smile around and our chats

  13. Richard, Tammy, Andrew, Sarah & Kids.

    Dear Norma & families,
    Please accept our sincere condolences. We are sorry for your loss.
    May he rest in peace

  14. Frank and Jane Croft

    So sorry to hear of Gregs passing. My thoughts and prayers goes to Norma and family. May he Rest In Peace❤

  16. Roxena MacEachern

    Sorry to hear of Greg’s passing I knew Greg all my life he was a great friend of myself and my brother Ray bless you all

  19. Peggyand Richard Hatt

    Richard and I were so sorry to see that Greg has passed way .Chris ,our son use to take Dad [his grandfather] ]to visit Greg years ago ;and Greg would drop in to visit Dad often .Dad loved his visits ,they would talk hunting and fishing Please accept out heartfelt condolences .Sincerely Peggy and Richard Hatt

  22. Sharon Rudderham

    Deepest condolences to Greg’s entire family.
    From us all from Membertou and Unamaki
    Sharon Paul-Rudderham

  24. Brian/Pam Foley

    To all of Greg’s family, we are so sorry for your loss. We’ve known Greg for a long time, and had tremendous respect for him. He will be missed.

  26. Cathy and Randy Conrad

    Sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. He was always a delight to talk to, and always had a big smile when he met you. Remember all the good times and that unforgettable smile. You will be missed, Cuz

  28. Mike Paul & Family

    Our sincere condolences to Greg’s family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  30. Melody

    Sending much love to all of Greg’s family. He was a great man. Always a smile and a laugh whenever I seen him. He will be missed by many.

  31. Wanda Horton

    Dear Norma and family
    Gene & I are very sad to be hearing this sad news . Greg and Gene had many a talks in the yard when he was up this way . I remember his little dog “KATIE: . He always had her with him . Told us he had to go to the store as Katie needed an ice cream on a hot day . Greg had a beautiful smile and was one of the good ones .

  32. Eldrige/phyllis whynot& family

    To john, Janice and the rest of greg’s family so sorry to hear of his passing please except our condolences.

  33. wanda finigan

    It is with great sadness to hear of Greg’s passing. He was a great guy and we shared many a laughs with him. Greg will be missed by everyone who knew him. Please accept our deepest and sincerest condolences.

    Murray and Wanda Finigan

  35. Criag & Tracey Oickle

    Wishing you all peace and courage to face the days ahead, forever hold in your hearts the good memories you created with Greg.

  36. Cheri and Roddy Hallett

    Norma & Family
    We are so sorry for your loss but knowing the outgoing and adventurous soul that Greg was, we are sure that he will be much happier when he walks on into the spirit world. May you find peace in knowing that he has been so loved and respected by many, and that his presence will be missed by all who knew him. Our deepest condolences to you all.

  37. Julie

    Soo very sorry to all the family for their loss. I met Greg when I lived up on the Ponhook Reserve years ago. He was a very nice and kind man and full of stories. I’m sure he will be missed. My deepest sympathies.
    Julie (Francis) Leopold

  38. Sherry Jermey

    To Delores, Grace and Family:

    Sorry to hear of Greg”s passing. I always remembered him with a big smile and good ear at listening when things were not going well. Remember he will always be close to you in your heart and when you think of him he will be there with you.

  39. Bonnie Labrador

    To Norma, Children, Family & Friends,
    So very sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.

    Bonnie Labrador

  40. Debra Wentzell

    Norma and the Francis Family,

    Sorry to hear of Greg’s passing. Thinking of you all and sending my most sincerest condolences. I will always remember Greg fondly and all the times we would meet in the Sobeys parking lot and he would always say Debra we are getting older with a smile and a laugh. God bless you all!

  41. Frank and Deanna Oickle

    So very sorry for the loss of your loved one. Thinking of you all during this difficult time xoxo ❤

  42. Al and Jeannita Francis

    To Norma and family ,Jeannita and I were very saddened to hear of Greg,s passing.Our thoughts are with all the family in the days to follow.I personally admired Greg,s love,respect and admiration to his culture.To his family and friends ,,keep the faith,,read Isaiah 40.31.

  43. Phyllis

    Norma & Francis Family ,
    Please except my sincerest condolences on the passing of your Loved one Greg . May he RIP .

  44. Willis & Corina

    To John and Family…so sorry to hear the loss of your brother…keep his memories close to the heart and they will bring you comfort in the days a head…GOD BLESS

  46. Cindy

    Our sincere condolences to Norma and all the family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs to all

  48. Frank and Darlene Vaughn

    Our condolences to Greg’s family. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

  49. Karen and Bob Barnes

    Dear Norma,
    Bob and I are so sorry to read of Greg’s passing. Bob always looked forward to having a chat with him and has many fond memories of Greg. We send our sincere condolences and thoughts and prayers for the coming days.

  52. Ruby Coombs

    Thinking of all your family with heartfelt sympathy. My late husband Richard loved visiting Greg .

  54. Heather and Mike Ferguson

    We re sorry to hear about Greg’s passing . We would like to express our sympathies to Melvin and the entire family .
    So sorry .

  56. Paul and Gloria Whynot

    We were sorry to hear about Greg’s passing. We knew him all of our lives. Our thoughts are with you.

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