Buddy G. Francis

Buddy G. Francis, 90 passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024 at his home in Woodbury. A native of Cannon Co., he was the son of the late Rayburn and May Bell Bryson Francis.

He is survived by his wife, Martha Ann Davenport Francis of Woodbury; his daughters, Teresa Miller and Raycell (Robert) Wimberley both of Manchester; grandchildren, Robert Michael Wimberley and Steven Ray Wimberley; great grandchildren, Ryan, Blake and Raylan Wimberley and his siblings, Bobby (Brenda) Francis of Auburntown, Billy Francis of Woodbury and Marilyn Hall of Nashville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Robert Mark Nichols and siblings, Elizabeth Wilson, Joann Davis and Nile Francis.

A member of the Baptist church, Buddy was a farmer, worked at Armour creamery, Woodbury Builders Supply and Woodbury Funeral Home.  He loved life and enjoyed living so much.  He also loved music, playing guitar, singing and most of all fox hunting. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 12, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating.  Interment will follow in the Riverside Gardens cemetery.  Pallbearers include, John Francis, Kirk Davis, Tim Hall, Brian Francis, David Wilson and Brad Hall.  Honorary Pallbearers include Teddy Taylor, Greg Smithson, W.R. Nichols and Dennis Bromley.

Visitation will be Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net 

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