Paul William Francis Jr.

Found his peace and passed into Eternal Life on September 24, 2022, age 91.  Beloved uncle to Ana Francis and Diana (Rick) Borders.  Further loved by relatives, friends, and colleagues.  Paul was born in Griffin, Georgia where he spent his early years.  He moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin in his late teens with his father and brother.  Preceded in death by his brother Howard H. Francis, sister-in law Rose M. Francis, parents Paul W. Francis Sr., and Nellie Francis, and many other relatives.

Paul was an outgoing and sociable person.  He loved his community and always attended cultural events, which he loved to photograph to showcase the Milwaukee experience through his eyes. He was happiest when he was in the community with other artists, family and friends.  Paul was an intellectual who took every opportunity available to acquire knowledge and he was an avid reader and collector of several hundred books.

Visitation at Krause Funeral Home, 7001 West Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, on Thursday, October 13, 2022, 10:00 – 11:00 AM. Funeral Service 11:00 AM.  Private family burial following.

A special “thank you” to the Great Lakes Hospice team who helped make Paul’s life better.

“Rest now Paul in the presence of God, your brother, mother and father and host of family and friends up there with you!”  Love you!