John W. Francis

John W. Francis, age 65, of Grand Rapids, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, March 24, 2017.  John enjoyed fishing and bowling and was a member of Lee Street Christian Reformed Church.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.  John was preceded in death by his wife of 22 years, Cheryl; parents, Leroy and Anne Francis; sisters, Carol and Anna; and brother, Leroy.  He is survived by his three daughters, Michelle, Hope, and Jennifer; 7 grandchildren; brothers, Ron (Johanna) Francis, Kirk (June) Francis; sisters, Susan (Jim) Lonnee, Linda (Jack) Start, Patricia Ebel, Rene Sibley, Carrie (Ed) Fancher; numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 11 AM at Lee Street Christian Reformed Church, 1261 Lee St. SW, Wyoming, with Rev. Kent Rottman officiating.  A luncheon will follow.  Interment will be held at Grand Haven Township Historic Cemetery. Contributions in John's memory may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or Lee Street Christian Reformed Church.