The family of Howard Francis, long term resident of Poplar Bluff, would like to remind those who knew him that his memorial service will be held Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church here in Poplar Bluff. It is located at 500 N Main S.
The family suggests gifts be given to the Bob Becker Memorial Stipend at First United Methodist Church.
Howard Rogers Francis left his body peacefully while sleeping May 11, 2021. He graduated from PBHS in 1945 where he lettered every year in football and track and in 1946 married his high school sweetheart, Dorothy (Dotty) Greeson, also of Poplar Bluff. Howard served as a U.S. Postal Service employee in Poplar Bluff for 38 years and he and Dotty were devout Christians and active members of the First United Methodist Church.
The family hopes all who knew him will come and join in the celebration of his life and stay for the reception afterwards.