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John FRANCIS

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Died 26 August 2026Posted 30 August 2026

Passed away peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Wednesday 26 August 2026, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Heather. Loved father and father-in-law of Rob and Karen, Ann and Phil. "Pop" to Jeff, Ana, Donald, and Will. "Big Pop" to Keira, and Flynn. Loved brother of Wendy. All messages to the Francis family, C/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North 4414.

A memorial service for John will be held at Orlando Country, 748 Rangitikei Line, Palmerston North, on Wednesday 2 September 2026 at 1.00pm. Worshipful Brother John Francis has passed to the Grand Lodge above.

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