Mary (Francis) Francis, age 85, of Nixa, MO, passed away Friday, January 30, 2015 at Nixa Nursing & Rehab. She was born November 17, 1929, in Thomasville, MO, to Fred and Anna (Francis) Rose. She was united in marriage to Roy (R.C.) Francis on April 9, 1951. Mary enjoyed, crocheting, quilting, and going on long drives, her life was dedicated to taking care of her children. She always put taking care of everyone else before taking care of her self.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Anna Rose and three children, Loy Francis, Dan Francis and Dena Francis. She is survived by her husband, Roy (R.C.) Francis of Mount Vernon, MO; special friend and care giver,Bryan Totter and wife Dani, Clever, MO; one brother, Chester Rose, Kansas City, MO; and a host of family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 2, 2015, at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield, MO. Burial will be held in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Springfield, MO. Visitation will be held from 12-1 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2015 in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Services have been entrusted to Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield, MO.