Passed away peacefully surrounded by his children in Christchurch, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, in his 92nd year. Much loved son of the late Jack and Winifred. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Margaret, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Wayne and Dale (Christchurch), Susan and TC Wells (Hokitika), and David and Sharon (Christchurch). Loved Grandad of Jenna, Michae, Josh, Katie, and Ashley. Special Great-Grandad of Arlo, Holly, Tyler, Blake, Sofia, and Mila. Much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Rest In Peace. Messages C/- Sue Wells, 131 Tudor St, Hokitika 7810, or maybe left on Francis' tribute page at
www.thompsonfd.co.nz. A Funeral Mass for Francis will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Bealey Street, Hokitika, on Tuesday, December 12, commencing at 2.00pm. Private cremation to follow. Thompson Funeral Directors, Hokitika Ph. 03 755 7993 Members of the Funeral Directors Association of NZ
Published by The Press on Dec. 9, 2023.