Renate Krause Francis Obituary
The passing of Renate Krause Francis of Danville, Virginia occurred on October 1, 2026. Renate, born on February 28, 1934, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Erwin Burno Krause and Klara Emma Koy Krause; her spouse Claude Leonard Francis; and her sister Dagmar Osterwalder. She is survived by: her daughters, Dagmar F. Morris and Claudett F. McGee (David); her grandchildren, James Morris (Liz), Marc Morris (Julie), Brandan Francis (Megan) and Koy McGee; and her great grandchildren, Natalie, Thaddeus, Lucas, Millie, Emma and Maddux.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Hillcrest Baptist Church (4401 Westover Dr, Danville, VA 24541-6753). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church 4401 Westover Dr Danville, VA 24541.
