He was born in Glasgow, KY, the son of the late Price and Addie Francis. He ministered at several churches. Rev. Francis was a great husband and father, and cared a lot for his family.
He is preceded in death by several brothers.
He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Martha Francis; sons, Mark and David Francis, and sister, Brenda (Jim) Hunt.
Visitation will be Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Hibbett & Hailey Funeral Home from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm with the Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 pm.
Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Oak Grove United Methodist Church or to Lebanon Road Church of Christ.
Arrangements under the direction of Hibbett & Hailey Funeral Home, Nashville, TN.