He was born in Lafayette, Indiana, on August 1, 1941, to Alonza “Lonny”, and Mary Olive (Peterson) Francis. They preceded him in death.
He is survived by two sons, Eric “Rick” Francis, and Duane Francis, his sister, Sue (Harvey) Bryant, granddaughter, Audrey (Dallon) Small, great grandson, Eli Glover, and Special friends, Patty “Tootie” Barnett, Becky (the late Garry) Swibold, Codi (J.J. Montgomery) Swibold, Kingsley Montgomery, Cole (Rayvan) Swibold, and Jill Gaugler.
Bill was a union Carpenter belonging to the Local Carpenters Union #237. He retired from work in 2002. He was active in his union for 63 years.
He enjoyed being in the outdoors, fishing, and racing. Bill enjoyed attending Nascar events, he was always a loyal Dale Earnhardt Sr. fan. Bill loved watching football, and rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Fiatt Cemetery in Fiatt.
Memorials may be made to Blue Butts Colon Cancer Fund, 603 North Coolidge Court, West Peoria, IL 61604. To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
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