Russ Francis Obituary
Russ Francis (Gainesville, Georgia) passed away on October 13, 2026. Russ, born on June 11, 1943, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Russ Francis or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Russ will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Russ will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Russ’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Riad (Rebecca Francis) and Rushdy. He is survived by: his wife Lila Francis; his son James Francis; his daughter-in-law Kajal Francis; his daughter Janelle Francis; and his siblings, Ruth Francis and Ragy Francis. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Memorial Park Riverside Chapel, Riverside Drive (989 Riverside Dr, Gainesville, GA 30501). A celebration of life was held on Sunday, October 18th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Gainesville First United Methodist Church (2780 Thompson Bridge Rd, Gainesville, GA 30506).
