Francis Willey Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Francis Willey of Manchester, New Hampshire, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 18, 2025 at the age of 88. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Francis may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Willey and Gertrude Willey (Cossingham); his wife Monica Nancy Willey; and his sisters, Margaret Raitt and Roberta Watz.

He is survived by: his children, Kevin Willey, Keith Willey (Emma), Bruce Willey (Marsha) and Sharon Leary; and his brother Kenneth Willey of Coco, FL. He is also survived by six grandchildren, six great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, September 24th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium (15 Birch St, Derry, NH 03038). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 24th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the same location.