William Lee Francis, Jr.

Bill was married to the love of his life and best friend, Debra, for 30 years. Together they had two wonderful children. Bill loved his family. He dedicated his life to taking care of them, as he was a loyal husband and father. Bill worked for Comau Inc. for 28 years, working as a product line manager until he was no longer able to do so. He was a man of many trades, as he was often found tinkering in his garage and working on cars. Bill also loved all things outdoors. He enjoyed working outside around the house, always gardening and planting new things to spruce up the family home. Although Bill suffered from MSA for the past couple years, you would never know it as he always had on a brave, strong face, never complaining throughout his battle. His dedication and love for his family kept him strong until he was ready to be with the Lord. The memories of Bill as a fun-loving family man will forever be treasured. He will be missed immensely and loved eternally by his family and friends.

Bill was the beloved husband of Debra. Loving father of Shelby (fiancé Jeremy) Francis and Noah Francis. Dear son of William Sr. (Anne) and the late Sandy Francis. Cherished brother of Debra (Joe) Smiecinski. Adored uncle of Ryan (Roselyn) Smiecinski and Tiffany (Brian) Clauw. Dear Son-in-law of Carol (the late David) Kempa;  Cherished Brother-in-law of Denise Kempa. Bill is also survived by several great-nieces and nephews.

Visitation for Bill will be held Wednesday, April 28th at the D.S. Temrowski & Sons Funeral Home in Warren from 3-9 pm. Bill will lie in state on Thursday from 10:00am until the time of his Funeral Service at 11:00am at Trinity Lutheran Church, 38900 Harper Avenue, Clinton Township. 

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