Harlan Francis Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

ROCHESTER - Harlan Francis, 74, died Friday Oct. 9, 2009 at the Colonial Hill Nursing Home in Rochester with his wife by his side.Born Aug. 18, 1935 in Dixfield, Maine, he was the son of the late Elroy and Hazel (Briggs) Francis. As a young man he moved to Connecticut, where 35 years ago he met and married the love of his life, Christine. About 5 years ago he retired to New Hampshire, where he enjoyed nature, including the deer and turkeys that would wonder through his yard. On nice days, he would watch skydivers from his deck. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed gardening. He enjoyed visits from his grandkids, especially Jennifer, Winnie and Daniel, but he loved all his grandkids. He will be greatly missed.Members of his family include his wife, Christine (Spencer) Francis of Rochester; sons, Glenn Francis and wife Lucy of Connecticut, Brian Francis and wife Michelle of Texas, and Paul Francis and wife Tammy of Maine; daughters Sandra Francis of Connecticut, and Linda Smith and Carol Napolitano, both of Texas; grandchildren Jennifer, Maria, Dennis Jr., Matt, Erika, Jessica, Jason, Keira, Logan, Kevin, Sara, Winnie, Daniel, Joe and Bryan Jr.; great-grandchildren Colby and Olivia; brothers Harry Francis of Maine and Quimby Francis and wife Dale of Maine; and sisters Florence (Skeet) Wright and husband Arthur of Maine, and Christine Huffman of Maine. He was predeceased by two sisters, a brother, nieces and nephews. Family and friends may visit Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. at the R.M. Edgerly and Son Funeral Home, 86 S. Main St. Rochester, NH.A funeral service will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the chapel of the funeral home.Burial will take place in the Rochester Cemetery, located on Franklin Street in Rochester.@Online guest book:Visit www.fosters.com/obits for an online guest book.