James W. Francis

November 21, 1931 - February 10, 2019

James W. Francis, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 10, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He went to be reunited with the love of his life his wife, Joyce. He was born on November 21, 1931 the son of the late Chester and Edna May Wilson Francis. James served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict in Italy from 1948-1951. He was a machinist at Ring Precision Components for many years. He was a member of Amvets Post #50 in Sugar Grove, War Vets Recreation, Life member (Westfield) VFW Post #6764, Lakewood Legion Post # and Westfield Moose Lodge 118. James enjoyed bowling, hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed his camp of over 50 years in Westfield. Those who knew James could relate to him saying, “Be the person you want to be, but leave an impression.” His family was his pride and joy. James is survived by his three children: Bradley C. Francis of Melborne, FL, Patrick J. Francis and Sue Van Marter both of Bemus Point, N.Y.; five grandchildren: Michael Francis of Cleveland, OH, Michelle Francis of Brooklyn, N.Y., Jennifer DeVore of Philadelphia, PA, Grandin Van Marter, Jr. of Roanoke, VA and Korrie Francis of N.Y.C.; three great grandchildren: Aiden, McKenna and Brooke; his sister: Diane Shults of Scandia, PA and Sanabelle, FL and his brother: William Francis of Ashville, N.Y. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by the love of his life his wife, Joyce L. Walz Francis whom he married on June 13, 1953 and who died on December 2, 2013; his brother: Thomas Francis. A Celebration of James and Joyce’s life will be announced at a later date in the summer. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Powers, Present & Sixbey Funeral Home, Inc., 316 East Fifth Street, Jamestown, NY. To light a candle or to send condolences to James family, please visit www.presentsixbeyfuneral.com.