Ronald Earl "Ronnie" Francis

Ronald Earl "Ronnie" Francis obituary

Ronald Earl "Ronnie" Francis

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Ronald Francis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home - Nashville Chapel on Jul. 23, 2025.

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Ronald Earl Francis, 87, of Nashville, passed away July 21, 2025. Ronnie was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed traveling extensively, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his loving family. Ronnie was a proud member of the U.S. Coast Guard. He was also a loyal employee of Hunt Brothers Pizza, serving as a route salesman for many years. A religious man, Ronnie was a dedicated member of Jackson Park Church of Christ for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Norman Francis and Sarah Lane. Ronnie is survived by his wife, Sandra Francis; Children, Ronald E. Francis, Jr., Carrie Lynn Richardson, Stacy Renee Evans, Lee Angela James, and Byron Edward Francis; Grandchildren, Joshua, Jeremiah, Kelley, Sarah, Justin, Taylor, Olivia, Amanda, Stephanie, Jessica, Emma, Christopher, Dylon, and Hunter.; Brother-in-law, Phillip Taylor (Tammy Meade); And many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A Celebration of Life will be on August 16th at Jackson Park Church of Christ, 4103 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216. Visitation will be from 11am-1pm with a service at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Ronnie's name to the Church of Christ Disaster Relief Effort at www.disasterreliefeffort.org

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July 24, 2025

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Andres G.

July 24, 2025

Thoughts and prayers to the Francis family. I will miss him not seeing him at the HBP Christmas celebration.

Allen and Mary Bangert

July 23, 2025

Sandy we send our condolences, we enjoyed times together playing cards and visiting. Ron will be missed, we're here for you if you need anything Allen and Mary Bangert

Mary Rittenberry

July 23, 2025

I really enjoyed getting to know him during our work at the disaster relief effort. I know he will be missed by many

Pam Gustafson

July 23, 2025

Sandra, we are so sorry in the loss of Ronnie. He was so personable, fun, and loved to camp and socialize. He will be missed, and you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time....
Love, Pam and Gary

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Aug

16

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1:00 p.m.

Jackson Park Church of Christ

4103 Gallatin Pk, Nashvile, TN 37216

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