FRANCIS, George Wm. – Age 81 of Sarnia, formerly of Hanover passed away on Saturday January 30, 2021 at Marshall Gowland Manor, Sarnia. Born in Brant Township on March 7, 1939 to the late Robbin and Freda (nee Schaus) Francis. Survived by his loving wife Sheila (Nee McClevis) and their son Rob (Sheri) or Sarnia. Remembered by his brother Gordon (Pauline) Francis of Walkerton and Sister-In-Law Merry Francis of Hanover and their families. Predeceased by his parent’s sister Wilma (Earle) Schaab, brothers Wilbert and Ross (in infancy).
Funeral Details
Due to provincial Covid-19 restrictions, a private family graveside service will be held at a later date at Hanover Cemetery.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Alzheimer’s Society www.alzheimer.ca.
Sorry to hear of your loss
Sorry to hear of Georges passing ,he was always a great guy,from the days we worked together & chats together, our sincere sympathy.
Many blessing to George. He’s up in that big garage in the sky doing what he loves. Didn’t know him long and didn’t know him as a well man but could tell that he had a beautiful soul right to the end.
My deepest sympathy to you Sheila, you meant the world to me
Love Betty xo
MY sincere condolences on the passing of George.. I have missed him shopping and wandered what has happened , but found out talking to Pastor John yesterday.
Sorry for your loss
was a friend and helped with his kindness to share his knowledge
Sheila so sorry to hear of George’s passing. Had wondered why I hadn’t seen you shopping lately. I always enjoyed his stories and reminiscences and still talk about his ‘witching’ gift. Take care of yourself and know we miss you both.
So very sorry to hear this Sheila. He was a great man . You and Rob. have our deepest sympathy . Prayers and Hugs 🤗
So sorry to have read about George my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family and prayers. I missed our chats we once had at 10-4 at the gas bar and so on. Sheila thinking of you. Doreen Watt
Our sincerest sympathy. George was a wonderful man and a good friend.
Sympathys to friends and family.
Ray and Kim Trafford
So sorry to hear of George’s passing. Sending our thoughts and prayers to Sheila and family.
Sheila and family: Ron and I send deepest sympathy to you all. George was always a man full of knowledge!
Sincere condolences Sheila and family. Stay safe.
Sheila and family..I am so sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was a great guy and always so friendly. My sincere condolences.
I send sincere condolences to my cousin, Sheila and Rob as they grieve for George, a fine and honest man. May you be comforted.
So sorry to hear about George’s passing. I always enjoyed our talks when I stopped in on my morning walks.
Sheila & Rob :
Our deepest condolences on George’s passing, he was a great friend for 45 years, we will miss the visits and phone calls, always enjoyed his company, can’t count the number of times he helped us out. RIP my good friend ❤️
Doug & Susan Schaus
Sheila, Rob & Sheri
We are so sorry to hear that George has passed away. Please accept our sincere condolences and stay safe.
Richard and Sandy Ermel
Gord and Pauline I give you my sympathy. May George rest in peace! Earl Spitzig
Our Deepest Sympathy Sheila & Family ~ Sincerely Robert & Janice
Sorry to hear of the passing of George. Our deepest sympathies to everyone.
Tom & Karen Riley
My condolences to Sheila and Rob and family. You will be in my prayers at this sorrowful time.
Sheila our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ron & Burnette Emke
So sorry to hear of George’s passing.Doesn’t seem that long ago we were children in Sunday School and Confirnation class.My sympathies to you and the family.
Dear Sheila and family
We are so sorry to hear of Georges passing. Please know we are thinking of you.
We live in Sarnia too and had no idea that you did. We are sorry we cannot come for a visitation.
Please call us sometime
Art & Dianne Holler
226-776-8956
Sheila and Rob – so sorry to hear about George.