Robert "Burp" L. Francis
Obituary
Robert L. “Burp” Francis, 82, of Cadiz, formerly of Columbus, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023. He was born October 28, 1940 in Martins Ferry, Ohio a son of the late Lawrence Minter “Mike” and Grace Shaw Francis.
He was Presbyterian by faith and a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a former coal miner and worked in real estate.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John Francis.
Surviving are a sister-in-law, Phyllis Francis of Cadiz, 2 nephews: John and James Francis and a niece, Jody Fletcher.
Per his request, cremation has taken place. A graveside committal of ashes will take place on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. with Military Honors by the Cadiz American Legion. The family is being assisted by Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Cadiz, Ohio.
The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland-barr.com.
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Robert "Burp" Francis
October 28, 1940-March 30, 2023
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