Eileen A. Francis - Cremation Society of Virginia

Eileen A. Francis

December 11, 1926 - August 20, 2014

Cremation Society of Virginia - Hampton Roads Office

5265 Providence Road, Suite 104

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

(757) 474-9409 |

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community

Virginia Beach, VA

Saturday 9/27

The body of Eileen Alberta Daugharty Francis died Aug. 20, 2014 at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital. Her soul has returned “to the other side”.
Eileen’s hometown was Windsor, Ont., Canada, where she received her education and worked as a teacher. She lived in the Tidewater area since 1955. She was preceded in death by her husband of more than 50 years, Elgin Kay Francis, her sister Lillian, and her brothers George and Louis. Survivors include her son Mark Elgin Francis and his wife Cindy of Cary, NC, her son Matt Lloyd Francis of Virginia Beach, VA, and her granddaughter, Laura E. K. Francis of Cary, NC.
She was a longtime active member of the Unitarian Church of Norfolk. She was also active in the Tidewater Harmonizers a women’s barbershop chorus, and the Gold Wing Road Riders Association a motorcycle club. She was very active in ODU’s Institute for Learning in Retirement ILR. After moving to Atlantic Shores in 2011, she was active in the Welcome and Hospitality Committee.
The body will be cremated. Friends can join the family for a memorial gathering, to be held Sat., Sept 27 from 2-4pm at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community 1200 Atlantic Shores Drive in the Anchor Room. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cremate.org

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My thoughts and prayers go out to my cousins for their loss. My mom now has her big sister with her again. Aunt Eileen will be Never Forgotten, Always Missed, And Forever Loved. Love Kelly xo

She was a very special lady and will be sorely missed

I met Kay & Eileen when they were students in one of my Elderhostel Classes. Little did I know they would become such a special part of my musical family. Eileen did so much to support and promote my performances. What a dear sweet spirit! When I sit down to play the cherished upright basses I got from Kay I will be thinking of them both now.

I knew Eileen from the Unitarian church. She was special and a great friend for 30 years. Her belief in reincarnation was strong and her willingness to help and welcome new folks will be remembered with thankfulness.

I grew up across the street from the Francis's. Mark and Mat are my best friends. Eileen will be missed by every one who knew her!

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Matt, My sincere condolences to you and your family. Your mother was such a sweet lady and she expressed to me how proud of you she was. You were truly blessed to have such a loving mother. I am here if there is anything at all I can do for you. My best, Christa Peachy

I will miss Eileen's positive outlook and sense of humor. She was always encouraging others to pursue their dreams.

I'm so glad I knew Eileen. She was a rare spirit, so creative, intelligent, energetic, lively & kind. She seemed to be the assistant at every ILN meeting we went to. She sent the best emails. She was so helpful and involved at church. We had a lot in common. She grew up in Windsor, Ontario & I grew up in the Detroit area, just across the river. Our husbands were veterans. We both became UUs and both accept the concept of Reincarnation. See you again, Eileen

Dear Mark, Matt & extended family, Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother. I have fond memories of Eileen's many acts of kindness, over several decades. Her empathy, tolerance, and encouragement were exemplary. You were always assured of a warm welcome in her home. I very much regret that I am unable to attend her memorial gathering to celebrate Eileen's life. However, warm thoughts, prayers and love are being sent to you both, Vicky

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.