Michael Francis, age 55, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Michael was born July 31,1970 in Campton, KY, a son to the late Pearl Francis and Virginia (Stewart) Francis Hillard. He was retired from Toyota Manufacturing, and attended the Shoulder Blade Baptist Church. Michael was a member of the Eastern Star Irvine Chapter 357, and New Hope Masonic Lodge 564. Michael was serving as Grand Chaplain in Eastern Star. Michael proudly served his county in the United States Army. In free-time, he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Michael is survived by his wife of 35 years Tricia Ann (Herald) Francis, Sadieville, KY. 1 son; Tucker Dakota Francis of Indiana, 1 daughter; Kiarra Ti-Ann Francis of Sadieville, KY, 2 Brothers; Pernell (Tracey) Francis, Lexington, KY. Clifton Campbell of Indiana. 2 sisters; Treesa (Dencil) Begley, Booneville, KY. Cynthia Wells, FL. and many other loving family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pearl Francis and Virginia Francis Hillard, Grandparents, Father-in-law; Virgil Herald, mother-in-law; Lennie Mae Herald. Pallbearers; Tucker Francis, Kiarra Francis, McKenzie Francis, Noah Francis, Zachary Francis, Pernell Francis, Clifton Campbell, Kevin Cleary.
Services held July 31, 2026 at Booneville Funeral Home with Eastern Star and Masonic Services. Officiating; Rev. Paul Turner. Burial; Pleasant Grove Cemetery of Owsley County. Booneville Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
