Marvin H. Francis
WILLIAMSBURG — Marvin H. Francis, 87, peacefully passed away in his sleep Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, following complications from a stroke. He was born Feb. 23, 1933, in Plentywood, Montana, to the late Maylon and Vera Francis.
After graduating high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Once he completed basic training, he was sent to Paris, France to help guard the Embassy. Thus began his love of travel and his dedication to a life of service to his country. In fact, Marv credited the Marine Corps for making him the man of hard work and integrity, which were the guiding forces in his life.