Raymond Joseph Francois, Sr.

Raymond Joseph Francois, Sr., age 61, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 14, 2014 at his residence. He was a native of New Roads, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Raymond was a retired welder from Huntington Ingalls Industries. Beloved husband of Paulette Francois. Loving father of Raymond, Jr. (Rashida), Raynard and Ryan Francois. Son of the Louella Francois and the late Ernest Francois. Grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Francois. Brother of Ernest, Jr. (Dorothy), John (Betty), Bertell (Sharon), and Donell (Beverly) Francois, Ethel Lee, Cheryl Williams and the late Joyce Bellazin; also survived by 2 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Mount Hermon Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; staff and students of West Jefferson High School are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mount Hermon Baptist Church, 3512 Hwy 90 W Avondale, LA on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 10:00a.m. Elder Sean Elder, officiating Viewing will be from 8:00a.m.-10:00a.m. ONLY Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, LA Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com