SIDNEY STEVEN FRANCIS, III

Sidney Steven Francis, III, entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at the age of 73. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Sidney retired from Orleans Parish School Board maintenance department. He was a member of Alexander Lodge # 233 P.H.A. and Pass Worshipful Master. Beloved husband of Victoria G. Francis and the late Patricia T. Francis by first marriage. Devoted father of Keith D. (Dina) Francis, Anita F. (Ron) Sander, Kala F. (Kevin) Mitchell, Nicole Carr, Nadia Brown, Sedwick (Carmen) Brown, and Dwan L. Francis. Stepfather of Charlene G. Landry and the late  JoAnn M. Johnson. Son of the late Sidney Steven Francis, Jr and Queen M. Francis. Grandson of the late Sidney, Sr. and Elnora Francis, Dave and Evie Mills. Brother of Patricia F. Richerson and the late Kenneth (Patricia) Francis, and Linda F. Parker. Preceded in death by 3 grandchildren, also survived by 25 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousin, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Regular Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral Service at Regular Baptist Church 901 5^th St. Gretna, LA  on Friday, July 3, 2020, at 10:00a.m. Rev. Dr. T. A. Hodge officiating. Viewing will begin at 9:00a.m. at the church. Interment: Will Be Private. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe Street Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com  

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