St Michael E Francis

In Loving Memory of St. Michael Emanuel Francis

November 13, 1953 – April 25, 2025

St. Michael Emanuel Francis, affectionately known as

"Mike," passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, in Naperville,

Illinois, at the age of 71. Born on November 13, 1953, in Kingston, Jamaica, he

was the eldest child of Headley Emanuel Francis and Iris Campbell Francis, who

preceded him in death.

Mike was a determined and hard-working man. He completed his

electrical apprenticeship in 1972 and began a lifelong career as a Journeyman

Electrician, proudly joining the International Brotherhood of Electrical

Workers Local 134. For nearly four decades, he served the City of Chicago with

dedication and pride.

He was the eldest of four siblings and is survived by his

brother Patrick Francis and sister Daphne Francis. He was preceded in death by

his beloved brother Lloyd Francis.

Above all, Mike loved family and in his retired years he would

never miss a family event he was invited to. He is survived by his three

children: Nathaniel Francis, Angelique Baskin (Spouse Douglas Baskin), and

Christina Adams (Spouse Cory Adams). One of his deepest prayers was to be

present to meet all of his grandchildren, and that prayer was beautifully

answered—he was blessed to meet all 23 of them (12 boys and 11 girls), each a

source of immense joy and pride.

Mike also leaves behind a large and loving extended family

of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and

great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews. His circle of care and friendship

extended beyond family; he will be dearly missed by his faithful friends Lyle

Redmon and Ronald Jackson.

Mike’s memory will live on in the laughter of his

grandchildren, the stories shared by loved ones. We will forever cling to the

memories we shared and the love he gave so freely in his own unique way.

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