FRANCIS – Stephen Joseph (Joe), 95, of Milton, passed away on August 6th, 2010 in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born on September 16th, 1914, in Milton, he was a son of the late Andrew and Addie (Lowe) Francis.
Joe was a long time resident of Milton and employee of Bowater Mersey Paper Company until his retirement in 1976. He was a veteran of World War II serving with the West Nova Scotia Regiment from 1939 -1945. Joe was an avid salmon fisherman and spent many hours fishing with his sons on the Miramichi and Tobique Rivers.
Joe is survived by his daughter Karen (Robie) MacRae ; his sons: Allen (Jeannita) and Joseph (Delphine “Gerry”). His daughter-in-law Shirley Francis. His grandchildren: Melanie (Nicholas) Matulonis, Jonathan (Dawn) Francis, Julie (Shawn) D’Arcy, Allen (Carla) Francis. Grandson-in-law Michel Parent. Great grandchildren Shae and Max D’Arcy, Kristie Chase, Maggie and Callie Francis.
He was predeceased by his wife Geraldine C. (Glode), his son Max, granddaughters Connie Chase and Lisa Parent. Sisters Grace Wentzell and Evangeline Pictou and brothers John and Peter.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 10th, 2010 from 2 until 4 p.m. and 7 until 9 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, August 11th, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, Liverpool, Father Joseph Christensen officiating. Burial will be in St. Gregory’s Catholic Cemetery, College Street. Family flowers only, donations may be made to any charity. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
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Tracey Purdy-Oickle
August 9, 2010 at 2:45 amThey that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.
– William Penn
Ann and Yvon Robichaud
August 9, 2010 at 4:36 amHello, Karen and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all. Yvon and I are so glad that we went to visit Joe in December 2009. It was Boxing Day. (Karen, I am not sure if you knew that.) He did recognize Yvon after a bit of reminiscing. We stayed for about a half hour.
We are planning to attend the funeral on Wednesday. See you then. Please let me know if there is anything we can do or bring.
Thinking of you all,
Yvon and Ann
Charlotte Myers
August 9, 2010 at 10:47 amKaren,
So sorry to read about the loss of your Dad in today’s paper. He’s had a remarkable life – think of changes he has seen in the past 95 years. I know you valued the time he spent in the U.S. – you were very blessed to have had him for so long.
My deepest sympathy goes to you, Robie, Melanie (& Nicholas) and your family. I hope the memories you have of your Dad will help to comfort you all in the days to come.
Sincerely,
Charlotte Myers
The Parent Family
August 9, 2010 at 7:24 pmTo the Francis Family,
We were very saddened to hear of the loss of your dear father Joe.
We hope you are able to find some comfort through the love and support of friends and family. Remember his spirit will always be with you and his memory will forever be in your hearts
Please know that our love, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
The Parent Family
Karen,Allen and Joseph jr.
August 10, 2010 at 9:52 amTime cannot steal the treasures we carry in our hearts.
Uncle Joe will always be remembered
Sherri, Danny and Lucas
August 10, 2010 at 10:12 amThe verse that has :
Time cannot steal the treasures we carry in our hearts.
Uncle Joe will always be remembered .
that is from us to Karen, Allen, Joseph jr. and Shirley
Sorry for the mistake
Bonnie Labrador & Jerry Mansfield
August 23, 2010 at 5:25 pmTo Joe’s Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Bonnie & Jerry